Be ware bumper sticker idea for purse theft risk
A reader urges Aiken police to issue bumper stickers for owners of cars with stolen purses. The letter questions ongoing donations for computer workshops and asks where the money and computers have gone.
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Rural chicken farms require minimal acreage buffer rule
A reader argues that rural chicken farming should be allowed with a minimum land requirement. They suggest a regulation tying approval to owning a set number of acres and distance from neighboring properties to reduce impact.
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Aiken
Stop for Ducks on Park Paths
A notice advises drivers to halt for ducks along the park paths where pedestrians and wildlife interact. The guidance emphasizes safe driving and patient, cautious stops to protect waterfowl.
Local Football Score Sparks Community Pride
In a small town, residents celebrate a hard fought football victory. Local players and coaches are praised for teamwork as the team secures a decisive win at home, drawing cheers from families and neighbors throughout the evening.
Aiken Standard criticised Garcia with harsh photo caption
Reader complains that the Aiken Standard used Garcia's photo with a caption calling him a loser, finding the treatment unfair and harsh. The writer notes surprise at the placement and wording on the page.
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Aiken Residents Call for stricter drunk driving checks
Citizens voice concern over open beer cans and street behavior as Pub lic Safety faces calls to increase patrols and stop drivers with alcohol.
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Aiken
TalkBack Line and Email for Editorial Input
Readers can call the TalkBack line at 803 644 2384 to leave a message or email editorial right to edit for space and content. The brief notice invites public input on upcoming pages and content decisions.
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Editorial contact and office hours at Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard lists editorial contact details for Michael Gibbons at 326 Rutland Drive with phone 648-2311 and fax 648-6052, noting hours from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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Aiken Attorney license suspended amid arrest
The South Carolina Supreme Court suspended Sidney Chuck Jones’s law license until further order after his Sept. 28 arrest on charges including witness tampering and drug related offenses. Paul Andrew Anderson was appointed to protect Jones’ clients and handle active files, funds, and trust accounts during a nine month period with possible extension.
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Chuck” Jones
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Second Pink Ribbon Tea raises awareness about breast cancer
The USC Aiken Etherredge Center hosted the second Pink Ribbon Tea to support breast cancer survivors, their families and caregivers. The event featured speaker Jenkins Herlong, health screenings, information tables, and proceeds benefiting the Savannah River Cancer Society and the Pink Ribbonettes.
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Amy Banton
Pink Ribbonettes
Aiken Regional Medical Center
Aiken Technical College
USC Aiken
WJBF
Jennie Montgomery
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
USCA
Sue Stutman-King
Jenkins Herlong
Herlong
Aiken
Fred Cavanaugh
Peggy Piesch
Piesch
Lorraine Walker
Walker
Lydia Project
Cancer Center
Usda Nursing
Pink
Lynne Gaudreau
Savannah River Cancer Society
Burglary, thefts and vehicle damage reported in Aiken area
A series of incidents were reported including jewelry, a stereo and money stolen from an unlocked car on Star Bright Lane in North Augusta. An Aiken man chasing a deer near his home led police to a location near Aiken Elementary School. An Aiken woman said her Social Security check was missing and a jailed inmate in Alabama allegedly stole her identity. case under investigation. A motorist reported tire damage from uneven pavement on Pine Log Road and Pawnee Drive. A burglary on Greenville Street shattered a door frame and stole a refrigerator. A Highland Park Street resident said a spare tire was stolen from a Ford F-350 Monday.
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Aiken
Aiken Public Safety
Pine Log Road
Pawnee Drive
Greenville Street
Highland Park Street
School Board previews legislative preview session in Aiken
Aiken County School Board members will watch the S C School Boards Association online legislative preview at the district office 1000 Brookhaven Drive and via www sc sba org home video falllegpreview html. The meeting runs 6 30 p m to 7 45 p m with public attendance invited.
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S.C School Boards Association
Brookhaven Drive
Aiken
Scsba
Keith Liner
S.C. General Assembly
Liner
Debbie Elmore
Elmore
Duane Cooper
Roope Lottery Morning and Evening Numbers
Midday Cash 3 draws produced 4 9 1 while Cash 4 showed 3 2 6 5 and Five Midday tallied 5 8 8 3 5. Evening results listed Cash 3 as 9 2 3 and Five Evening as 5 1 8 7 3.
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