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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 2007
Page
3
The writer notes unhappiness with a new fountain but praises City of Aiken Water Department for fast arrival to a street leak. They reported a leak on Monday, personnel arrived within 55 minutes and dug up the street 10 minutes later to fix the problem.
The writer complains that young people lack experience and cannot find jobs. They criticize the city for allowing an unsightly news rack in a downtown Aiken area, calling it an eyesore.
Tuesday evening performance by the Aiken Community Band wowed listeners with complex classical works precise marches and a smooth swing. Local musicians were praised for their talent and dedication to the community.
The Aiken Standard clarifies a correction to the Oct 10 property tax reassessment report. It states mobile homes not used as residences are taxed at 6 percent, while those primarily used as residences are taxed at 4 percent.
The Georgia Lottery rundown lists Pick 4 Midday 2-4-2-8 and Pick 3 Evening 0-8-6 with Cash Midday 7 and Cash 4 Evening 0-2-9. Also noting Fantasy 5241251718 and Palmetto Cash 5 45 draws across the day.
Barbara Morgan and other speakers addressed a crowd outside the courthouse in a candlelight vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Cumbee Center organized the event along Laurens Street and Park Avenue, highlighting survivor stories and the impact on families and communities.
A Graniteville vigil honors 50 last year in South Carolina who were killed by domestic violence. Nicole McKie, 34, was found dead February 10, 2006, after a dispute with ex-boyfriend Jeffery Scott Jr. He pleaded guilty in 2007 and received a 30 year sentence. Aiken Standard notes SC ranked seventh in women killed by men in 2005, with earlier years showing higher counts.
Dr. Randy Cooper spoke on risk trends and survivorship at a Breast Health Center program titled Breast Cancer The Importance of Early Detection at the North Augusta Community Center. The event featured powder pink ribbons, a dinner, calendars, and a PowerPoint on mammograms and treatments.
Aiken City Councilwoman Beverly Clyburn and her husband Rep Bill Clyburn spoke at the Aiken County Democratic Party Annual Fish Fry. The event funded party operations and showcased both candidates seeking re election and a District 25 Senate challenger. A representative from Hillary Clinton campaign also addressed attendees.
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