Aiken Standard TalkBack readers weigh taxes and local issues
Readers discuss raising cigarette taxes to fund Medicaid in South Carolina while opposing proportional gasoline tax hikes. Others report a bicycle theft on Breezy Hill and praise Masters Week landscaping at Houndslake Country Club. Applause for AAA and Aiken Prep bands. call TalkBack at 803 644 2384 or editorial aikenstandard com with brief comments.
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Correction credit for Aiken photo misattributed
The photo of the One-Stop Transition Center in Aiken published Tuesday in the Aiken Standard should be credited to Mike Butler of the PR store, which submitted the image.
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Norfolk Southern nears a settlement over Graniteville derailment
Norfolk Southern moves toward a settlement to cover personal injury and property damages from the January 6 2005 Graniteville train derailment and chemical spill. Spokeswoman Susan Terpay said a formal agreement is reached though details remain to be worked out. A separate class action settlement last year covers evacuation expenses and medical treatment, with future protocol outlining how claims are filed and compensated. The scope, timing, and number of class members are still being determined, with various law firms representing clients.
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Bath Mill facing tax sale over back 2003 dues
Linda Jones and husband John bought the Bath Mill site in 2003 for 40000 and paid 2000 in taxes but 2003 taxes remain due triggering the November 6 delinquent tax sale. Aiken County Administrator Clay Killian explains state law bars tax collection until back taxes are paid. The 9000 square foot administrative building serves as the Jones home while Valley Building Supply and Valley Instructional Service employ about 10 people.
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Crane Co Buys Dixie Narco In Major Vending Move
Crane Co acquires Dixie Narco Inc a Whirlpool subsidiary that makes soda vending machines. Williston plant to stay open as a separate unit with production continuing there. Dixie Narco currently loss making and will undergo changes over months to reach profitability.
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Bed Bath & Beyond Opens in Aiken at Hitchcock Plaza
Residents cheer Bed Bath & Beyond opening in Hitchcock Plaza at E Pine Log and Silver Bluff Roads, offering housewares gifts bedding and electronics with extended hours and coupons. Store manager Shane Smith notes strong early response and a bridal room for registry.
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Aikens Mor October Traits and Lottery Numbers
Aimed at readers, the note lists October traits with Loyalty as the mor of October and presents multiple daily lottery draw results. It includes Pick 3 and Pick 4 Midday and Evening combinations, Cash 3 and Cash 4 results, Fantasy 5 numbers, Moga Millions, and Moga Ball figures.
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