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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 2011
Page
3
Aiken Standard letter writer vocally opposes Republican candidates over Yucca Mountain closure. The editor highlights political spin by several politicians, asserting they prioritize politics over science and misframe global warming in addressing national needs.
A bicyclist may travel on a state highway like US or state routes that allow nonmotorized traffic under state law. Interstates prohibit nonmotorized vehicles for safety and traffic flow reasons, even though state roads may permit bikes in many contexts. Overall rules vary by jurisdiction and posted signs.
The state hosts five major pension groups totaling about 530,000 retirees while facing a $19 billion funding gap. The question remains how pensioners will receive payments amid the shortfall and potential reforms.
The Carolina Bay is praised as unneeded for change while observers blame inconsiderate people for trash. Marti Healy asserts no action is required and the area should be kept in peace.
Readers back a mandatory spay and neuter ordinance as the only solution to cat and dog overpopulation. The letter urges the Aiken County Council to pass such a law and invites comments via hotline or email.
The Aiken County Board of Education will hear a legislative update from South Carolina School Boards Association staff member Duane Cooper at Tuesday’s 7 p.m. board meeting. He will present proposed legislation to restructure education finance. The session is at the district office 1000 Brookhaven Drive with Dr. Gary Senn noted for the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center.
The text lists hours 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, a Rutland Drive address, phone and fax numbers, an editorial email, and editorial staff roles for the Aiken Standard.
Aiken City Council will review plans to demolish and rebuild the McDonald’s on U.S. 1 at I-20 with a 5,176 square foot facility, new drive through, and expanded parking to 53 spaces including four bus spaces. The project requires landscaping changes to meet updated county storm water and parking requirements and uses city water and sewer. The meeting also covers URS lease renewal at 28,090.20 monthly with $10,000 directed to Railroad Depot debt and $10,000 to URS Building loan. council previously approved first reading.
Bandit the border collie mix won the Buck-a-Like contest promoted by Aiken Wild Read. Nominated by veterinarian Sybil Davis, Bandit was available for adoption at the Aiken County Animal Shelter, neutered and microchipped, with a $35 adoption fee. The prize supported Friends of the Animal Shelter.
A Summerville man saw two men near a vacant Chatfield Street house in Aiken and noted a missing air conditioner after they left in an older white Ford Expedition with a spare tire. A Graniteville woman reported a Cottage Street break in with most items packed. A total of 10 coins were stolen from a storage trailer per sheriff. A Jackson woman said her car on Shetland Drive had paint carved on Saturday per sheriff.
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