Marine Corps League seeks help for Operation Rudolph drive
Volunteers in Aiken support Marine Corps League efforts to ship care packages to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Donations of batteries phone cards CDs DVDs socks T shirts hygiene items and snacks are requested with pickup at H O Weeks Activities Center on October 26. Donors pay no postage.
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Afghanistan
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H.O. Weeks
Aiken
Liberty
Aiken Traffic Blues and the Call for Patience
An editor notes growing traffic in Aiken and asks readers about bottlenecks at Silver Bluff and Dougherty and about driving woes to the mall. The piece contrasts local gridlock with Los Angeles and D C, urging patience as a practical cure and suggesting some areas to avoid during peak times.
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Aiken
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Los Angeles
D.C
The Business of Christianity and Community Support
A reader defends the historical role and sacrifices of Christian figures and institutions while praising the local leaders who served Graniteville and Aiken County. The letter argues faith has shaped civilization for 2000 years and lauds Representative Bill Clyburn and local officials for their service, support during disasters, and ongoing community safety efforts.
Quote on fitness for police service sparks debate
A public figure or interviewee questions the suitability of young people for police work. The speaker asserts no individual owned at age twenty has shown responsibility to serve as an officer, claiming such candidates lack the mindset required. The remark highlights ongoing concerns about policing standards and youth readiness.
Oak Creek column on deputy shooting rampage tragedy
Steve Bocek of Oak Creek reflects on the fatal shooting spree by 20 year old deputy Tyler Peterson that claimed six lives including his nephew Brad Ley Schultz. The column emphasizes the community’s grief and calls for accountability and support for survivors.
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Steve Bocek
Oak Creek
Bradley Schultz
Tyler Peterson
Letter Urges Votes for Mayor Fred Cavanaugh in Aiken
A local letter urges citizens to vote on November 6 for Fred Cavanaugh in the mayoral race. The writer praises his 21 plus years on the City Council, service on many boards, USAF veteran status, supportive wife Lee, church involvement, and hands on community work, urging readers to elect him again for steady leadership.
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Aiken
Fred Cavanaugh
Cavanaugh
USAF
Lee
Ed Hammor
Cumbee Center Thank You For 2007 Whiskey Road Race
Acknowledgments from the Cumbee Center thank volunteers sponsors and partners for the 2007 Whiskey Road Race. Praise goes to Target Bechtel Brown and Company Aiken Regional Medical Centers Bridgestone Firestone and others. Organizers look forward to 2008 with the Aiken Bicycle Club and city staff.
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Aiken Regional Medical Centers
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South Aiken Physical Therapy
Carolina Awards
Carolina Pediatric Medical Associates
Carolina Panthers
Club Car
Kimberly Clark Corporation
Meybohin
Veterinary Services
Holly ‘Waltz
Howell Printing
America’s Fish & More
Edgefield
Publix
Grave's Auto Salvage
Firehouse
Aiken Bicycle Club
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Lisa Hall
Aiken Parks and Recreation
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