Helmet advocacy in Aiken Standard reader comments
A reader expresses surprise at Dixie Thunder's recent comments in the Aiken Standard. The writer supports helmet use, noting helmets provide extra protection even though they do not prevent accidents. They personally would not ride without a helmet and would not encourage others to skip one.
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Community asks cleanup for lot by Leavelle McCampbell Middle
Residents of Graniteville urge Aiken County School Board to clear the overgrown lot next to Leavelle McCampbell Middle School and trim hedges over the sidewalk. GVW Fire Department and citizens collaborate to improve town cleanliness, calling for action on downtown eyesores.
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Upward prices a disturbing trend in Aiken homes
Talk Back readers critique rising home costs in Aiken as developers lure out of state buyers, while locals worry housing remains unaffordable. A separate note laments lack of patriotism for the 9 11 five year anniversary with few flags displayed in Aiken.
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Correction: Silent auction bidding details corrected
The Living On the Go cover story for Saturday September 16 2006 notes bidding in the Artists Row Painted Palettes silent auction is now open and closes at 9 p.m. October 6. The Standard regret the error and provide this correction.
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Foxdale Equine nets 13 9 win in APC Burger King 12-Goal
Foxdale Equine defeated Hyde Park Farm 13 9 at Whitney Field in Aiken Polo Club action. Gustavo Usandizaga scored six goals, Carlos Gonzalez added five, and Matt Sekera two as Foxdale opened a six-goal lead by halftime. Hyde Park Farm rallied in the fourth but could not close the gap.
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Burger King
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Hyde Park Farm
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Carlos Gonzalez
Matt Sekera
Foxdale ‘Siquine
Janacio Novillo
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Foxdale
Amy Flowers
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New Bridge Polo and Country Club
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Aiken Polo Club
City employees enjoy Fun Day at private Hole-N-One event
City of Aiken closed Hole-N-One Family Fun Center Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a private Fun Day for about 90 to 100 city workers and their families organized by Al Cothran. Attendees enjoyed mini golf, batting cages, arcade prizes, and a catered lunch as they participated in a celebratory, loss-free outing.
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H. Odell Weeks
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Rebecca Stoll
Jennifer Good
Mary Ann Hill
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Day for Kids festival crowds grows at North Aiken Elementary
The Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club of Aiken moved activities to North Aiken Elementary School for the annual Day for Kids festival on a sunny Saturday. Normand Roy credited strong sponsorships G Force Cable Hole-N-One Family Fun Center Cycle Sport and Carolina Amusements with a record turnout and activities from inflatables to reading tables.
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Lottery results and notes from press time
Winning numbers for Pick 3 and Pick 4 drawings at midday and evening. Powerball and Cash games listed with Power Play. Fro Bal shows 20. No Saturday numbers available at press time. will appear in Monday’s paper.
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