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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 2010

Page

3

Local Soldier Killed in Afghanistan Sparks Call to Withdraw

A reader expresses grief over a local soldier's death in Afghanistan and urges immediate withdrawal from conflicts. The letter blames President Obama for mishandling wars and domestic issues, calling for an end to U.S. military involvement.

Afghanistan Obama

Kudos to Aiken parks walking trail around Citizens Park

A reader praises the Aiken Park and Recreation Department for the Citizens Park walking trail and references a Friday Talk-Back discussion about Sen Jim DeMint and the concept of natural law. The note argues that natural law should not apply to religious belief and notes religion is faith-based rather than scientific.

Aiken Park and Recreation Department Citizens Park Jim DeMint

Senator DeMint criticised for pushing beliefs on others

The writer argues Senator Jim DeMint uses his position to influence how people live and should be removed for failing to protect constitutional rights. The second note says Monday in Aiken brought friendly shopping moments where people felt appreciated.

Sen Jim DeMint

Bicycles Restricted on Highways Over 35 MPH

A reader argues bicycles may not ride on highways posted above 35 mph due to speed limits. The letter asserts bikes should be taxed and tagged like others if given the right, and criticizes President Obama as showing signs of pathological narcissism.

Obama

Blessing of Animals Draws Crowds at St. Thaddeus Church

At St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church during the Feast of St. Francis animals and their owners gathered for a blessing led by Father Joseph Whitehurst. Pets included dogs cats a hamster and a cockatiel named Crockatiel Dundee with Ruth and Steve Gordy. The event supports a youth fundraiser dog wash run by teens including Sarah Fox. The church has performed animal blessings since at least 2007.

St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church St. Francis of Assisi St. Thaddeus Joseph Whitehurst Crockatiel Dundee Ruth Steve Gordy Cockatiel Allison Ludlow Shadow Erly Maryann Zeliznak Nino Ein Gedi Seymour Zeliznak Barney Lamar Beauregard Sarah Fox Whitehurst Amy Banton Luke Vincent Benjamin Orowski Ruth Gordy

Newsroom tips and contact info for the Aiken Standard

The notice lists phone numbers and emails for editorial contact including the newsroom at 644 2401 and managing editor Michael Gibbons at 644 2381. It provides submission guidance, addresses, and publication details for subscriptions and circulation.

Newsroom Aikenstandard Michael Gibbons

Equine Steering Committee opens 2010 11 series in Aiken

The Equine Steering Committee of the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce launches the 2010 11 Equine Performing Arts Series with Shaggin On The Hill featuring cabaret singer Kendall Pasalic at Hathaway Bridge Farms on Oct 23. Tickets priced at 150 for the four events.

Aiken County Greater Aiken Equineing Committee of Samantha Charles Horse World Sam Aiken Pasalic Bremer Hopeland Farms Powderhouse Aiken Polo Club Highfields Liza Towell-Boyd Harold Chopping Aikenchamber.net Meybohm Realtors Aiken Saddlery and Supply Equine Divine Ben Baugh Bbaugh Aikenstandard Com

City Council Agenda For October Meeting

Aiken City Council meets at 7 p.m. Monday October 11 at 214 Park Ave SW Old business includes board and commission appointments. New business covers a senior commission, deputy city solicitor, generic lease purchase agreements, and Meadow Brook Acres annexation and concept plan. Strategic Plan goals are up for approval.

City Council Park Ave. S.W Daniel Roberts Meadow Brook Acres

Break-ins and thefts reported in North Augusta and Aiken

A North Augusta woman reported a break in on Thomas Park Road with damage to a window and doors but no items stolen. A go kart was stolen from Tractor Supply on Wheat Road. An Aiken man reported tools stolen from a Timberchase Lane garage. An Aiken woman said someone broke into her Lancaster Street home through a back window and stole 330 dollars.

North Augusta Thomas Park Road Wheat Sheriff's Office Timberchase Lane Lancaster Street

South Aiken groups schedule evening meetings

The South Aiken High School PTO meets tonight in the library. The AARP chapter hosts its monthly gathering at South Aiken Presbyterian Church at 3 p.m. The South Carolina Writers Workshop convenes Tuesday evening at the Aiken Public Library on 314 Chesterfield St S. Call Amy Blunt at 617-8916 for details.

South Aiken High School Pto The AARP South Aiken Presbyterian Church Aiken South Carolina Writers Workshop Aiken Public Library Chesterfield St S Amy Blunt

Sunday and Saturday Lottery Winning Numbers Report

Sunday's and Saturday's lottery results list Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings with numbers 0 0 2 and 3 9 9 0, Cash 3 Midday 4 8 1, Cash 4 Midday 9 1 7 3, Five Midday 4 0 0 7 8, Cash 3 Evening 8 2 8, Five Evening 2 0 0 7 4, Cash 4 Evening 4 6 6 9, Fantasy 5 34 2 24 35 39. Saturday Cash 4 Evening 5 0 8 0, Fantasy 5 21 29 30 36 37, Win For Life 4 5 15 22 23 33, Free Ball 39.

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