Project Jackson drains Aiken County funds
Readers allege Project Jackson continues to burden taxpayers in Aiken County with financing for ballparks hotels and restaurants as politicians push for public funding.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 2013
Page
3
Readers allege Project Jackson continues to burden taxpayers in Aiken County with financing for ballparks hotels and restaurants as politicians push for public funding.
Public gathering at Aiken’s Makin’ stresses outdoor venue with pet etiquette and leashed dogs. The piece criticizes Obamacare politics in Washington and questions county money use for education and land moves. It calls for accountability of elected officials and hints at broader social welfare objections.
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Friends of the Animal Shelter in Aiken receives a $10 000 grant from Best Friends Animal Society and PetSmart Charities to boost adoptions at the Aiken County Animal Shelter. The effort aims to save at risk animals and reduce euthanasia while expanding foster and volunteer programs.
The Hitchcock Woods Foundation hosted the fifth annual Festival of the Woods celebrating its 1939 incorporation. Aiken residents enjoyed dinners, wine, tours, and performances led by honorary chairman Dacre Stoker and the Derelict String Band while speakers highlighted ongoing grants with the National Wild Turkey Federation.
The Aiken County Historical Museum will display more than 60 pieces in the Needleart Exhibit from Oct 8 to Oct 28. Featured works include a three dimensional pumpkin, an Imart silk fan, and a petit point belt. Demonstrations and a tea are planned Oct 13 from 3 to 4 30 p.m. The Stitchin Belles and Aiken Needlepoint Guild members will be present to answer questions.
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