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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 2008
Page
3
A cradle Catholic and school teacher objects to students wearing rosaries as jewelry. She notes rosaries are traditional prayer beads taught by nuns to aid devotion and should not function as gang symbols or fashion.
The text accuses self-righteous non-smokers of hypocrisy for complaining about smoking while using gas-powered vehicles. It argues nonsmokers face real global problems and urges focusing on broader issues rather than restricting smokers rights.
A reader shares prayers for Carley McMaster and her family asking for God’s watchful care in the coming months. The note expresses sympathy and a wish for strength and guidance.
Midland Valley Band parent commends Aiken High School Band for an energetic drum major and standout performance at the Mustang Classic Tournament of Bands on Saturday September 20. The writer stresses pride in authentic, live music with heart.
Reminder that geese deemed hostile are protected by federal rules. People may deter or chase them but must not harm or injure the birds under wildlife protection.
A reader asks if SRS offers a program for high school graduates with straight A's. They provide a TalkBack hotline number 644-2384 and an email editorial@aikenstandard.com for comments. Readers may comment briefly and anonymously, with edits as needed for space.
The Aiken County School District could save 18 million over a decade by hiring Energy Education Inc to audit more than 1,200 campus evaluation areas and cut electricity and gas use. The board unanimously authorized administrators to negotiate and report back with a recommendation.
Dee Dee Dement, the property manager, cut the ribbon for The Haven at Market Street Station a 284 unit complex off Robert M. Bell Parkway. Open since July with some construction continuing, roughly 40 units are occupied as tenants enjoy a pool, fitness center, garage rentals and resident events. The community attracts USC Aiken students, Savannah River Site workers, Aiken Regional Medical Center staff and Bridgestone Firestone employees. Rent starts at 685 dollars with one two and three bedroom layouts.
The Aiken County 4-H program invites youth to join the newsletter team writing articles taking photos and distributing copies. Open to 4-H members and students. For info email Kristi Schlegel at kschlegl clemson.edu or call 649-6297 ext. 113. UPCOMING: Jackson offers ballet for ages 4-8 at the Community Center with Creative Movement 4:30 5:30 p.m. and Pre-Ballet 5:30 6:30 p.m. Classes run Mondays Sept 8 through June 1 with $45 monthly tuition. register at (803) 471-2221.
The Croft House senior living facility lists events and services including pizza and tea parties, musical entertainment, pancake breakfast, line dancing, flower arranging, bingo, and senior classes led by ophthalmologists, podiatrists, nutritionists, blood pressure clinics, and hearing representatives.
The Aiken Standard lists daily contact numbers, subscription offers, and past lottery results including Pick 3 4 9 8 and Mega Millions 9 32 43 34 52 with Mega Ball 4. It notes Fantasy 5 numbers were not available at presstime and references upcoming publication dates.
North Augusta officials report phased road work on Palmetto Parkway and I 20 to support I 520 interchange construction. Daytime lane closures are planned several days weekly for months with nighttime closures for safety. U S 25 widening to six lanes and new ramps and bridges over I 20 are underway with traffic shifts anticipated late November or December.
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