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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 2007
Page
3
A reader notes that several parking areas and lots are not under police authority. The inconvenience is shown when a friend’s car was damaged and police did not respond, prompting a delay before reporting to the station. The piece also muses on adding flora to the Aiken fountain and mentions a petting 200 permit requirement.
Citizens ask if the pillars around the new fountain at Richland and Laurens will be lit. The reply is they should be lit, though current lighting seems bland. People wonder about Christmas lighting expectations.
Readers urge more investigative reporting and scoops while praising local coverage. They note a benign tone and call for stronger journalism focusing on North Augusta city issues, downtown fountain concerns, and municipal teamwork.
Nicho las Williams and family joined about 175 teachers, parents, and kids for the International Walk to School event at North Aiken Elementary. The morning gathering on Aldrich Street highlighted pedestrian safety education with participation from local officials and sponsors.
A short local directory item lists two contact numbers for The Aiken Standard, 644-2381 and 644-2396, with an address or web reference to a standard com site. The notice provides no further details about services or hours.
The page lists multiple lottery draws and winning numbers including Pick Miday and Palmetto Cash games with various midday and evening results. It references historical publication dates and a long sequence of numbers tied to different draws and games.
Local artists must enter arts and crafts horticulture and the new Artistry In Wood show for the Western Carolina State Fair. Deadlines vary October 13 for arts and crafts and October 17 for horticulture and October 18 to 19 for Wood submissions.
The New Ellenton Trail Riding Club announces its fall ride October 19 to 21 on Bank Tree Road. The 38 year old club, with about 25 members, offers two yearly rides and a spring event. A disc jockey will play music, worship is planned, and Boy Scouts will cook lunch Saturday. Registration costs vary by age and day. Call (803) 663-3031 for details.
The God Committee performs at Etherredge Center October 25 28 with ticket tiers 15 7 and 10. A Brown Bag talk on October 25 at 1215 in Room 116 Humanties and Local Sciences Building invites lunches. Aiken Center for the Arts hosts gallery opening October 25 from 6 to 8 PM with details via phone or website.
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