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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 2007
Page
4
Community voices dispute that the sheriff's department sets bonds while judges decide them. Residents discuss local employment limits and advocate for opportunities closer to Wagener and within the community.
Aiken residents issue a bold challenge urging the City Manager to tour Hampton Avenue and Ridge Avenue areas to personally compare neighborhood conditions with their own. The request underscores perceived disparities and calls for accountability.
Vendor on Park Ave reports sales halved after a new store layout. Others echo dissatisfaction with the changes, noting poorer performance compared with the past two years. The comments suggest a broader negative impact on foot traffic and revenue.
The proposal to include the entire Vaucluse community in the GVW incorporation is under discussion with strong views. Critics warn against dividing the town, arguing the whole community should be included rather than splitting Vaucluse.
A local victory for Dick Dewar as he secures a city council seat amid low voter turnout. Only about 20 percent of eligible voters participated, prompting questions about the strength of democracy when participation is so limited.
A 20/20 report last Friday declared that police cannot impersonate a minor for charges and noted the ruling as illegal per a federal judge. The piece urges Aiken County Council to consider this before enacting the new ordinance.
Residents of Montmorenci report steadily increasing water bills and seek clarity on billing practices. They inquire about the supervisor of the Montmorenci water district and request explanation for recurring increases and potential rate changes amid ongoing service concerns.
Eyewitness accounts describe a polo player allegedly striking his horse, raising concerns about professional conduct and potential legal violations. Critics question why authorities and animal welfare groups, including the Aiken SPCA, have not spoken out or acted to address the mistreatment.
The owners of Springside and University Parkway apartments show little interest in annexation by the City of Aiken, as none attended the Planning Commission meeting signaling hesitation about the move.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson will appear at Second Baptist Church in Aiken on Wednesday Sept 19 at 6 PM as the final stop in a five day Carolinas voter education and empowerment tour addressing voter registration education and involvement. He will discuss energy and the environment. church contact is 649-2665. Aiken County hosts 18 high school bands at Midland Valley High Mustang Classic on Saturday Sept 22 starting 3 PM with Midland Valley exhibition at 9:15 PM and awards to follow. Bands include Wagener-Salley Ridge Spring Monetta Aiken High Batesburg Leesville Silver Bluff Strom Thurmond and others with band director contact via 663-7066.
Washington Group International official in Aiken hosts a downlink presentation of Leadership Under Fire by former NASA astronaut Jerry Linenger at the USC Aiken Convocation Center Monday at 1 am. The event invites community leaders, business owners, and students to hear his account aboard Discovery in 1994 and Mir in 1997. The Lions Club meets Monday at Cumberland Village with a guest speaker and district governor following dinner and the meeting.
Applicasons af ter the Town of Burnettown Sassafras Beauty Pageant open to females 0 18 and males 0 6 will be held Saturday Sept. 22 at Midland Valley High School auditorium. For info call Town Hall at (803) 93-2676 or email harmettown abellsouth.net.
Nanette Langner and Sharon Taylor Padgett, former Aiken Artist Guild presidents and instructors at Aiken Center for the Arts, present a joint exhibit at Hitchcock Healthcare. The display runs through October in the lobby at 690 Medical Park Drive.
Aiken Singers will rehearse Tuesday at 5 45 in the Brown Pavilion at the Aiken Center for the Arts. Anyone who loves to sing can join.
The group performs at assisted living facilities and other venues in the Aiken area. For further information call 642-2316.
The Southeastern Natural Science Academy will hold a Savannah River forum at Savannah Rapids Pavilion on Tuesday Sept 19 from 8 30 a m to 4 45 p m. The event covers the river state water agreements river science and water quality awareness with pre registration required contact 706 828 2109 or visit the academy site.
The Civil War Advisory Board will meet in Aiken on Tuesday September 18 at 7 p.m. at the Aiken County Historical Museum. Citizens may share ideas on observing the Civil War sesquicentennial. Call Ben Hornsby at 803-896-6265 or email BFHornsby scdahstate. seus for details.
Tickets for the National Symphony Orchestra concert at the USC Aiken Convocation Center go on sale Wednesday February 15. Prices range from 17 to 40 dollars with 10 am release. Purchase by phone online or at the Convocation Center box office.
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