Voting for Christian claims overshadows real qualifications
The author questions voters who back candidates solely on proclaimed Christian values, arguing that honesty, experience, and public service matter more for economy, jobs, and schools than religious beliefs. They urge seeking truth and choosing leaders who serve all constituents.
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Reynolds Farm Road urged to stop trash dumping
Residents appeal to the public to avoid using Reynolds Farm Road as a dumping ground. The recycling site operates daily except Wednesdays and Sundays, and neighbors urge community help to keep the area clean.
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Readers urged to call in about crowded bicycle groups
The Aiken Standard invites letters on bicycle safety after a rider group of 17 became a concern. Call 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com with brief comments. Names will not be published and submissions may be edited for space.
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Portrait of the Past correction for cheerleaders’ awards
The Aiken Standard issues a correction for a July 1979 item about Aiken High School cheerleaders winning awards at Columbia College. The paper apologizes for the error and invites readers to report incorrect information.
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Western Carolina State Fair thrills crowds at Aiken grounds
Crowds lined the Aiken fairgrounds for the Western Carolina State Fair with 40 plus rides from Belle City Amusements. Organizers expected about 15 000 attendees from noon to midnight with featured thril l rides including the Nitro Drop Zone Power Surge and a 100 foot century wheel. The fair emphasizes safety with inspections completed pre opening and notes steady rider interest despite tough times for ride builders. Special events include Sea Lions Splash and Ball of Steel Stunt Show along with a petting farm and antique tractor display.
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Contact Information for Aiken Standard Submissions and Rates
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Halloween Audubon Trail Ride Promises Spooky Fun
The second Audubon Fall Rally hosted by Aiken Ladies Aside takes place at 9 a.m. on Halloween at the Silver Bluff Audubon Sanctuary and Center. Riders in Ghostbusters and Zombies divisions compete in a hunter pace style route with costumes encouraged and awards for best outfit. Sponsors include Oak Manor Saddlery and Louis Heffner Equine Dentistry. Cost is 40 dollars per person, 50 dollars day-of, lunch included. nonparticipants pay 5 dollars for lunch. For more information call 644-0240 or visit the local site.
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Aiken Saddlery
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Spooktacular Halloween Event at Aiken Gymnastics
A Halloween event called Spooktacular will take place at Aiken Gymnastics on Friday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. for children 3K and older. The price is $12 per child. Reservations are available by calling 649-7556 or visiting aikengymnastics.com.
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Local quilt guild makes difference in Aiken
The Carolina Pine Quilt Guild spent Make A Difference Day crafting comfort quilts for the Aiken Department of Public Safety. Workers at the Aiken Quilt Shoppe completed over 20 quilts for distribution to fire departments and the Child Advocacy Center, with Cisco donating a Flip camera for Make A Difference Day video clips.
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Saturday Lottery Winning Numbers Report
Saturday draw results list Pick 3 and Pick 4 for midday and evening, Palmetto Cash 5, Powerball, Powerplay and Cash 3 4 and FIVE draws with several numbers. Some drawings such as Cash 4 Evening Fantasy 5 and Win For Life were unavailable at presstime.
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