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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 2006
Page
3
A letter from a City resident argues extra fees for recreational services are unjustified. The writer says residents already pay taxes to support facilities and programs and that outsiders should bear the cost, urging others to stop whining and pay up.
A TalkBack letter argues pit bulls should be outlawed not as a breed but due to owners and trainers. The writer claims owners who train dogs to be aggressive should face penalties, suggesting harsh penalties for those who put dogs and others at risk.
A reader argues against outlawing pit bulls, claiming behavior hinges on how people raise their dogs. The letter stresses responsible ownership and training as the key factor, criticizing bans as ineffective.
Readers urged to comment on jail bookings printing and to curb names in print. TalkBack line 803 644 2384 and editorial email invite brief messages. readers’ names not required or published.
The Aiken Standard apologizes for misidentifications in the Westminster Dog Show results. Corrected placements reveal Gunner taking third in Best Lap Dog Over 50 Pounds, Max owned by Mike Feri winning first in Friendliest, and Max owned by Mike Fern placing third in Best Child Handler category.
At Leavelle McCampbell Middle School Veterans Day observance students and staff performed the Star Spangled Banner including the fourth verse. Band director Kimberly Woods coordinated the cross curricular project with support from Mrs South Carolina America Jennifer Graham and Sgt Don Henry of the Aiken County Sheriff's Office. Henry, a 1979 graduate, urged students to value freedom and gratitude for veterans while praising the school for teaching the anthem and history through this National Anthem Project.
Army Maj. Samuel Laine of Aiken and five battalions from the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, earned combat patches at a Veterans Day ceremony at Forward Operating Base Warner in Kirkuk Iraq. Laine is a West Point graduate in his 13th year of service at age 30 plus, and his father Jim Laine noted family pride as the veteran family has prior Gulf War service. Maj. Gen. Mixon praised Laine and others serving in the Global War on Terror during the ceremony.
Aiken County School District plans a $2 million reallocation to Millbrook's addition as costs near $5.9 million. Dr. Bill Gallman notes bids are out of line, citing prior projects at Byrd Mossy Creek and Oakwood Windsor. Board meets at 7 p m with a 6 30 p m informal session to hear alternatives and contingency options.
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