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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 2003
Page
2
A TalkBack discussion on Saddam Hussein and 9/11 fuels distrust of the president. Readers express concern over links between Saddam and the attacks, the burden of war, and the continuing hunt for Osama bin Laden while condemning evil, yet arguing limits on removing dictators.
Readers complain about parent involvement in schools and English language concerns, urge focus on local issues such as fair booths and car inspections, and invite comments via the Talkback hotline and email. The letter stresses fairness and community feedback.
Former South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon spoke to the Aiken Republican Club outlining the five to ten year horizon for winning the war on terrorism. He urged continued Iraq involvement and urged energy policy shifts toward efficiency and alternative fuels to reduce dependence on foreign oil. He criticized Saudi and Chinese practices and noted a $100 billion annual Chinese trade advantage. The GOP primary slate includes DeMint, McBride, and Ravenel. Democrats include Inez Tenenbaum and Marcus Belk.
Julie Robins announced her departure from STAR Riding to lead a similar program in Brevard North Carolina. In three years she built the therapeutic horseback riding program while guiding about 30 riders and more than 35 volunteers. Denise Hodo and Patsy Sheldon will assume riding instruction coordination as the program continues.
North Augusta High School Band Boosters raise funds for the January Outback Bowl trip. Sponsorships range from 35 to 1000 dollars with program listings, plaques, and wider recognition. A golf classic on Nov 10 at North Augusta Country Club offers 300 per foursome, with hole sponsorships and contests. Fruit sales and a band room contact provide additional fundraising avenues.
Midland Valley High School earns Lower State first place advancing to AAA state finals at Newberry High. The Pride of the Valley perform at 3 p.m. with awards around 4 p.m. Silver Bluff, Wagener-Salley and Ridge Spring-Monetta also earned state bids in respective classes.
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