Editorial: Home rule or Columbia rule in poultry regulation
The piece argues for local home rule against state preemption of county controls on poultry farms near homes. It notes eight counties restrict farms more than state rules while the Senate debates limits on such county measures. The author warns against measures that erode local governance and calls for preserving local decision making.
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Letter to the Editor Critiques Darwin Worship and Education
James Collins from Wagener criticizes Darwinian education and the classroom podium principle. He argues teachers and professors brainwash students, including himself at North Carolina State University, and urges reaching children to counter Darwin’s influence.
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Aiken Standard Staff Contacts and Roles
The Aiken Standard lists newsroom and advertising leadership including Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur Zappa Business Manager Ellen Priest Internet Director Timothy O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd with contact details and roles.
Couric to Anchor CBS Evening News Prompts Debate
Interview discusses Katie Couric replacing veteran anchors at CBS and whether a woman can gain audience trust like Cronkite and Rather. Local female reporters say promotions widen opportunities, but note many qualified women were overlooked for years.
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Walter Cronkite
Dan Rather
CBS
Diane Sawyer
Elizabeth Vargas
ABC Nightly News
Beltway Democrats silent as McKinney clashes with Capitol police
Column argues Democrats fail to defend Capitol Hill police amid Cynthia McKinney incident. It cites McKinney’s claim of unwanted contact by an officer, calls out political figures and activists, and contrasts Democratic stance with Republican bills to protect the Capitol police. It references past police deaths and party alignments.
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Lt Governor Bauer criticized for speeding and VIP behavior
The piece accuses Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer of NASCAR style speeding in Laurens and Chester counties with state troopers giving “free passes.” It urges Republicans to consider his high speed conduct before the June primary and mocks his VIP designation as Very Immature Person.
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Immigration policy debate outlines paths and pitfalls
The letter argues illegal immigration harms economy and safety with estimates of 11 to 20 million people and cites crime and assimilation. It critiques Senate and Republican approaches and proposes a McCain Kennedy like plan with fines, verification, and eventual citizenship alongside strong enforcement and border control.
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Letters to the Editor Appeal for Opinions
Readers are invited to send opinions on local issues. Write to Letters to the Editor SC 29802 or email, and use the fax line 648-6052 for submissions.
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Couric Reflects on Move to CBS Evening News
Katie Couric explains why leaving the Today show to anchor CBS Evening News felt terrifying yet thrilling as she begins a new chapter in her broadcasting career.
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