Not Front Page Quality Provokes Reader Complaint
A reader criticizes the Aiken Standard for placing a minor crime story above the paper’s masthead and for including a direct quote containing a four letter word. The missive argues the piece lacks necessity and journalistic value for front page display.
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Traffic light sensors aid downtown traffic flow
Editor notes that devices on downtown traffic lights are sensors detecting vehicles at intersections to optimize signal timing and improve flow. For more, visit the Aiken Standard results page.
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Tree Butchery Sparks Community Backlash
A resident voices frustration over local tree cutting, warning of ecological damage and loss of shade. The complaint emphasizes neglect of environmental concerns and calls for decisive action to protect remaining trees.
Palin Critic Says Palin Should Stay Home
A letter from a reader in the Aiken Standard on October 17 urges Sarah Palin to return to Alaska and stop meddling in national politics. The writer claims her influence cost Senate and congressional seats and contributed to White House problems, ending with a wish to see her last.
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Question on $108,000 Fire Department funds at New Ellenton council
A resident at a New Ellenton City Council meeting asked where $108,000 of Fire Department money went. Officials could not answer, prompting concerns about off the books transactions and demanding clarification on the missing funds.
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Real estate sale listed for $140000 on York Street
A vacant York Street lot is listed at 140000. Readers are invited to comment via TalkBack at 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com. Names need not be published and comments should be brief. the paper reserves editing rights.
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Big Lots Opens Grandly in North Augusta with School Gift
Big Lots celebrated its North Augusta grand opening with a ribbon cutting and freebies. District manager Dale Murphy and local dignitaries hosted the event, giving North Augusta Middle School a $2,500 check for technology to aid students.
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Aiken Standard Contact and Delivery Details
The notice lists publisher FUsLISHOR and contact Scott B. Hunter with phone and email, for The Aiken Standard established 1867. It provides mailing address, subscription rates, delivery zones, EZ Pay info, and 2010 Sunday Plus delivery dates.
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Blessing of the Hounds Returns on Thanksgiving in Aiken
The Aiken Hounds hold the Blessing of the Hounds Stirrup Cup and Opening Meet on Thanksgiving at Hitchcock Woods Memorial Gate. The event begins at 1 a.m. officiated by Father Garrett Clanton and lasts about 30 minutes. New staff members Ria Burton and Danielle Sertick join as whippers-in, with colors awarded to members including Katherine Gunter. Attendance requires a 0.6 mile walk from Laurens Street, dogs and smoking restrictions apply. Contact numbers: 642-0528 or 643-3724.
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SRNS patent for ultrasonic liquid level detector at Savannah River
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions earned a patent for an Ultrasonic Liquid Level Detector developed at Savannah River National Laboratory. Inventors William Hinz and Dennis Katz designed a compact sensor to measure fill levels in hazardous liquid waste containers remotely, with a shielding plug to minimize radiation exposure. The device uses a vertical cable, spring, sensor and vented chamber and can be adapted to smaller sizes for remote filling scenarios.
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