Editorial: talkback on health costs and downtown bridges
A reader critiques Congress for inaction on health care reform and questions drug company influence while highlighting high U S health costs and infant mortality. The letter argues against wooden bridges in downtown Aiken and urges modern materials, asks for details on staff cuts and management percentages, and invites further comments via the TalkBack line.
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Correction: Hal Linden event date announced
The Aiken Standard corrects the previously published date for the Evening with Hal Linden on page 10 of Sundays edition. The concert will now take place on September 26. Readers are urged to report any factual errors to Melissa Hanna at 803-644-2364 or editorial@aikenstandard.com.
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City Council debates kitchen definition and density rules
Aiken City Council approves amendments redefining a dwelling unit to include a kitchen and related density rules. A second reading and public hearing are set for Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. in Municipal Building Council Chambers.
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Aiken Planning Commission eyes historic wooden bridges
The City of Aiken Planning Commission will meet today at 5 p.m. to decide if three downtown wooden bridges on Chesterfield York and Union streets should join the historic registry. The Design Review Board backs historic designation while public input has been sparse.
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North Augusta chef-in-training earns Helms College designation
South Aiken High School graduate Russ Hamilton pursued culinary dreams after job layoffs. He will receive the chef designation on Sept. 20 as he completes Helms College Augusta campus studies. He cites mentors Chef David Ross and Chef Matthew Shackleton, and his hog toss victory as fuel for starting a barbecue venture and eventual restaurant plans. Hamilton plans on gaining experience in restaurants and on-site catering while building a name in his craft.
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