Self defense stance on sheriff performance
A reader argues that people would defend themselves in a sheriff related case and questions why critics expect others to act when in their shoes. The letter invites reflection on judgment of others' actions.
City traffic light project funded by state money
The Aiken Standard reports over the last month that the downtown traffic lights project was engineered and funded with state funds from Columbia. Local money is not used.
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Embarrassed Americans urged to leave for Korea or Iraq
The speaker questions national pride and invites those who feel embarrassment to relocate, asserting freedom and lineage are earned through sacrifice while challenging dissenters to migrate to Korea or Iraq.
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Obama biracial claim questioned as critique of fitness for office
Opinion asserts that race is irrelevant to qualification and labels Barack Obama a traitor. Calls for impeachment based on perceived disloyalty rather than policy details.
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Opinion on Obama leadership and policy standards
The author argues Obama leadership and policies do not measure up to past presidents unless one supports socialism and government control. The piece questions local law enforcement as role models and criticizes officers for talking on cell phones while driving.
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Health care bill critics urged to voice flaws and defend stances
Readers are invited to comment on the health care bill. Sarah Valin may explain death panel concerns and Joe Wilson could justify calling the president a liar. Call the TalkBack hotline or email editorial@aikenstandard.com. Names may be withheld or edited for space.
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USC Aiken jazz band brings new genre to local students
USC Aiken's jazz band, under Lauren Meccia, expanded its outreach by performing at a Rotary Club event with 15 players. Members include Alex Buckman and Joshua Williams, former Lexington High School members, now studying sports science and geology, as the group plans school visits to South Aiken High and Corbett Middle School and a regional directors workshop.
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Bocce Tourney Aids Special Needs Playground Project
Leadership Aiken County hosts a bocce ball tournament at Whitney Polo Field from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to raise funds for an all inclusive playground costing up to 175000 dollars. Event features silent auction food vendors and teams competing for the gold.
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Contact Information for The Aiken Standard Editorial Desk
Readers may submit tips to the newsroom by calling 644 2401 or emailing editorial aikenstandard com The managing editor is Michael Gibbons at 644 2381 and mgibbons aikenstandard com Sports Editor Cam Huffman is hhuffman aikenstandard com Newsroom line 1 644 2401 The paper is published by Aiken Communications Inc with updated subscription rates and delivery notices for 2009.
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Six Republicans to debate for 3rd District seat in Aiken
Six GOP candidates Richard Cash Neal Collins Jeff Duncan Joe Grimaud Rex Rice and Mike Vasovski will debate Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Aiken Municipal Building as they seek the GOP nomination to succeed U S Rep Gresham Barrett.
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Georgia Lottery Draws Monday Winners Report
Georgia Lottery results list Cash 3 Midday 6-9-3 Cash 4 Midday 8-4-8-4 Cash 3 Evening 0-3-4 Cash 4 Evening 5-0-6-6 Fantasy 5 numbers 19-15-21-4-39 drawn Monday with no reported prizes.
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