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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 2011
Page
3
A heated letter berates a reader for anti Yankee remarks, asserts Southern hospitality, claims Yankees boosted the local economy and jobs, and dismisses history debates about the Civil War era with blunt language.
A local resident voices frustration with restaurant guests who demand high service yet tip poorly. The writer argues for a 20 percent baseline on $60 to $150 meals and higher tips for exceptional service, urging better tipping etiquette across the community.
A reflective note compares Iraq to Japan noting that in a true end of war civilians and soldiers stop killing. The speaker questions why violence persists in Iraq while Japan has peace after conflict.
The Aiken Fair selects Hunter Wilkeson as the photography contest winner. His entry impressed judges with its composition and use of light.
The Aiken County Band Concert at the Etherredge Center impressed Tuesday night with a superb musical salute. Conductors and band members earned praise along with guest baritone Bob McDonald for a memorable evening.
A shopper recalls a kind gesture at Walmart when a young woman and her daughter gave her a bouquet of yellow flowers. The unexpected gift brightened the day and inspired a message of gratitude. The writer notes they read daily and reserves space for edits.
The page shows contact details for the Aiken Standard sports editor and newsroom personnel with phone and fax numbers for the office at 326 Butland Drive and the newspaper’s email and headquarters line.
Residents view the Union Street plan today during the final open house at the Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum. The City Planning Commission seeks input on reviving downtown near Park Avenue and Union Street with ideas from Allees of Prosperity and Arnett Muldrow & Associates while preserving historic character.
The Union Street Plan displays at the Municipal Building 214 Park Ave S W from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. Residents can view maps, park layouts, and proposed renovations and submit comments via the city website or by phone or email before the Dec 13 public hearing.
Aiken School Board members hear a legislative preview focused on education finance and tax reform. Duane Cooper of the S.C. School Boards Association outlines 2011 legislation and possible 2012 changes, noting budget gains but warning that one time funds will not return. The group discusses a proposed 100 mill levy to equalize funding and potential federal cuts tied to a congressional debt deal.
Veterinary Services in Aiken hosts a Saturday open house on Whiskey Road from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The family friendly event includes clinic tours, digital X ray demonstrations, a dental cleaning show, obedience dogs, and vendor booths with staff led by Dr. Holly Woltz and featuring the office cat Bob.
The South Carolina Department of Probation Parole and Pardon Services imposes a curfew for offenders under supervision for a sex offense. The curfew runs 5 30 p m to 9 p m on Halloween day statewide. Some counties extend the curfew to additional limits.
The detainees must report to a designated location for the curfew duration and will be notified by their probation or parole agents. This directive governs where and how long individuals must report, with oversight by supervising officers.
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office cautions residents after calls claim to solicit money for the sheriff’s office. The South Carolina Sheriffs Association does not solicit funds. Sheriff Michael Hunt is named in the calls. hang up and report it. Call the sheriff’s office at 648-6811.
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