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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 2009
Page
5
Reader voices criticize a presidential Saturday event handing out candy to 2 000 children. They accuse taxpayer funds of being used for political messaging and label the president an Islamo-Fascist in a charged, opinionated remark.
Frustration rises at the Downtown Aiken Post Office on Laurens Street as staff shortages shrink service from five to one or two open windows. Patrons report long lines and slow help, calling for managerial action to improve customer care.
A reader criticizes Senator Lindsey Graham for supporting Car and Trade legislation, claiming it will raise energy prices and cost jobs. The letter invites public input via hotline and email to the Aiken Standard, noting names may be edited or omitted for space.
The Aiken Standard apologizes for an incorrect stock market graphic in Friday's issue. The paper pledges accurate reporting for Aiken County and beyond and invites readers to report factual errors by phone or email to editorial staff.
Quamn Williams-Thompson, a Wagener Salley High School graduate and Navy veteran, spoke of pride and sadness at the Veterans Day program. She lost her husband in 2008, has two children, and hopes to return to the Navy while praising cadets, especially the many girls in ROTC. Her cousin Deonte Williams and other family remain in Wagener. Contact Rob Novit at rnovit@aikenstandard.com.
An opening reception for Lynn Carlisle, famed equine and canine artist, launched the fall art season at the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame and Museum. The 16 piece show includes 15 works for sale with proceeds supporting the museum.
The Aiken Standard details office hours at 326 Rutland Drive and contact numbers for departments, along with publisher and editors. It lists subscription options EZ Pay rates for various terms and delivery schedules including Sunday and SundayPlus dates for 2008.
Charleston artist Rick Reinert leads a plein-air painting workshop at ACA on Saturday Nov 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to oil and acrylic artists with scholarships available and pre registration required. In case of bad weather indoor sessions follow at ACA.
Aiken Center for the Arts hosts Pie in the Air on Saturday November 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 122 Laurens Street SW. Registration costs 125 dollars for non members and 112.50 dollars for ACA members with phone Rumble at 641 9094 or online at aikencenterthearts.org.
The Wise Outrageous Women group will meet Wednesday at noon at Charles Wesley United Methodist Church 3510 Trolley Line Road. Harry Shealy will present the program and attendees may call 641-7409 for more information.
The listing shows Aiken's November trait Initiative and Friday’s winning numbers across multiple draws. Include Pick 3 and Pick 4 midday and evening results, Palmetto Cash 5, Power-Up, Mega Millions with Mega Ball, and Fantasy 5 entries. No prizes or outcomes specified.
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