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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 2009
Page
3
The reader speculates on why many local barbecue joints are open only on select days. They question if a political conspiracy by Bush and Cheney targets barbecue lovers. No verifiable evidence is provided.
A neighbor asks the owner of a large gray poodle in the Sandstone subdivision to keep the dog in the yard to stop roaming. Cat owners are urged to keep pets inside or find new homes. Congratulations to the South Africa Calliope for winning awards across multiple divisions.
Readers vent in TalkBack posts about Obama with strong reactions while Bush is not referenced. Comments express surprise and concern at the discussion tone.
Commentators urge stronger effort to secure the Games noting dual plane flights to Copenhagen and questioning past presidential involvement. The speaker argues against continued public debt and suggests Air Force One should be grounded amid financial concerns and perceived foreign influence.
Michael Hunt leads improved patrols and community programs in Graniteville to protect seniors and workers. He coordinates outreach, speeds response times, and partners with local groups to create safer, more aware neighborhoods for elderly residents and daytime staff.
The text claims cheaters win and that being high or drunk excuses work. It suggests a belief that people can obtain everything without effort or integrity.
Aiken Standard invites letters on Aiken bushes trimming. Call TalkBack at 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard com. Writers may remain unnamed and comments may be edited for space and content.
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office adds Michael Deangelo Spencer to a list of suspects tied to a string of burglaries and grand larceny. Deputies seek Kelvin Addison and Julian Gavin, both armed and dangerous, in a broad case with photos released. public tips rewarded up to 1000 dollars.
In conjunction with World Habitat Day Mayor Fred Cavanaugh proclaimed Habitat for Humanity Day in Aiken. Richard Church of Aiken County Habitat notes the program has finished 76 homes county wide and aims to help families with affordable housing despite low wages. He cites a two bedroom SC rent of about 675 dollars and a need to earn 12.98 per hour to keep housing costs under 30 percent of income.
Readers can submit to the Aiken Standard via editorial aikenstandard com or call the newsroom at 644 2401. Managing Editor Michael Gibbons can be reached at 644 2381 for more information. Delivery times and redelivery hours are listed, with subscriptions and payment terms noted.
Augusta ABC and NBC affiliates WJBF and WAGT will share sales news and other operations starting January 2010 under a letter of intent signed by Media General and Schurz Communications. WJBF will provide services for WAGT, while WAGT keeps programming aside from local news and FCC license obligations.
Carr Farms of Ridge Spring will receive 56 750 from the USDA for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects under the REAP program. The funds will support upgrades to the cooling system and irrigation pumps with more efficient replacements. Vernita F. Dore, USDA Rural Development State Director, announced the aid.
The Pick 3 Evening numbers are 5 0 8 and the Pick 4 Evening numbers 6 2 0 3. Palmetto Cash 5 results are 9 2 16 30 13 with a 2x multiplier. Cash 4 and Fantasy 5 were unavailable at presstime. see Wednesday's Aiken Standard for winning numbers.
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