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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 2004
Page
2
A College Acres resident calls for removing election signs after polls close and criticizes the higher local road tax while urging a return to the old opinions page format. They praise Aiken High School football offensive line for overlooked team effort.
Community members question the pay and scheduling of Aiken County EMS staff who reportedly operate paycheck to paycheck while school janitors earn higher wages. Critics urge budget review and better prioritization, noting missed holiday bonuses and worker hardship.
Letter cites frustration with limited space and traffic as downtown parking backs up and restaurants face long lines. It argues against tour buses and praises voter patience and church outreach while condemning photo theft at a fundraiser.
The Aiken Standard corrects prior misstatement naming Josh Jackson as a College of Charleston player. Jackson is a 6-foot-8 center from South Aiken High School and was misreported in Friday's edition.
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office seeks Melissa Leaverette and her 3 week old son who disappeared Monday after she had taken the child for a doctor's visit amid drug counseling. She may drive a 1996 Honda Accord with South Carolina plate 529 FNP. If seen, contact Investigator Jason Feemster at the Aiken County Sheriff's Office or call (800) 922-9709.
USCA students and Stand for Children volunteers tutor Kennedy Middle School students at Cushman Apartments four days a week. The effort in Aiken County supports younger children with homework and outdoor activities, with state director Gail Graham praising the program and calling for broader involvement.
The 13th Edward Teller Lecture Banquet in Augusta features Dr Henry Wagner Jr of Johns Hopkins University discussing the history and future of nuclear medicine. The event honors Ned Bibler and Kara Beharry with the 2004 awards and scholarships. Tickets are $45 each or $600 for a table of ten, available from CNTA or MCG.
North Augusta firefighters from the Public Safety Department modeled in a charity calendar to raise funds for Relay for Life and needy families at Christmas. Eric Shafer and 11 crew members unveiled the project at Firehouse Labs, selling about 70 calendars at 10.95 each and boosting local business by 300 to 400 dollars.
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