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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 2008
Page
3
A reader questions why a tax free weekend for firearms occurs amid budget cuts to essential services and early prison releases. They warn public officials may assume residents will use guns to confront criminals.
I express thanks to all who shared their beautiful horses and carriages on Saturday.
A reader argues about food stamp eligibility and alleged misuse of benefits. The letter questions city programs and funding decisions, urging more support for schools and critique of a skate park project while challenging the fairness of car crusher payments and public aid.
Residents can request neighbors lower loud music and contact the TalkBack line at (803) 644-2384 or editorial aikenstandard.com to submit comments. Names are optional and comments may be edited for space and content.
Four new Aiken Board of Education members took the oath of office as budget cuts loom. Administrators report more than 940000 savings needed, amid a 2 percent slide in state revenue projections. Act 135 and summer school funds face deep reductions, with possible furloughs if budgets tighten further.
The City Planning Commission urges City Council to approve a 0.42 acre park at 228 Stewart Drive with a basketball court benches two playground areas and a water fountain. Residents praise the safe play space while one neighbor expresses noise and privacy concerns prompting a wooden fence and possible buffer. Daily city maintenance is noted.
The Aiken NAACP branch elected its officers and executive committee for two-year terms at Smith Hazel Recreation Center. New officers include Rev Brendalyn L. Jenkins president and Philip Howell first vice president. Sheriff Michael Hunt spoke on gang prevention and patrol staffing. Installation date to be announced.
The notice lists office hours and contact details for the Aiken Standard including addresses and emails. It also lists staff roles such as News Director Managing Editor and Sports Editor with phone numbers.subscription rates and delivery dates for Sunday Plus are provided.
Tuesday results list multiple games with numbers for Pick 3 and Pick 4 at midday and evening, Palmetto Cash 5, Mega Match, Cash 3 and Cash 4, Fantasy 5, Mega Millions drawings, including a Mega Ball. No outcomes or prizes are stated.
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