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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 2006
Page
3
A customer laments poor business due to lack of response at the Odell Weeks tennis center. The complaint cites nonworking voice mail or unreturned calls and urges that the issue was a mechanical failure rather than intentional disregard.
A reader defends polo coverage as vital to Aiken County economy which earns over 60 million dollars annually and sustains many local jobs. The letter urges continued horse country reporting despite criticism and invites more reader comments via Talkback.
The Aiken County Board of Education approved an AlertNow emergency communications system purchase in early summer, not this week. A correction states Apple Fest last year raised 514000, not 51400, and invites readers to report errors by phone or email.
The Ruth Patrick Science Education Center at USC Aiken celebrates two decades since naming, honoring Dr. Ruth Patrick. The 98 year old scientist attended a 1986 groundbreaking eve nt dedication banquet and joined community leaders and scholars in the anniversary events. The center has drawn grants and hosted thousands of visitors to promote math and science education.
Aiken activists and volunteers gathered for the Relay for Life team captain meeting. Co-chair Sheri Still, a 12 year cancer survivor, spoke of early detection saving her life. Chair Dennis Bartholomew announced a goal of 1000 survivors and $140000 in donations for the May 18 2007 event with plans for 50 teams and $5000 per team.
Aiken County Habitat for Humanity held Habifest and Auction at General Elliott Inn to raise money for low income housing. Richard Church notes community support and ecumenical Christian housing ministry roots while attendees bid on Jamaica trips art pieces a signed guitar from Hootie and the Blowfish and other items. The group aims to build seven to eight houses yearly, up from four to five, and sponsors the 302 Polo Golf Tournament at Cedar Creek on Oct 16. For info call (803) 642-
A fragment mentions an Aiken High graduate with a October Loyalty theme and South Carolina Lottery draw numbers for Thursday across Pick 3 Pick 4 Cash 3 Cash 4 and Fantasy 5. No further readable details follow.
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