Missionary engineer Frank Vandegrift dies at 87 in Aiken
Frank Vandegrift, a 15 year old at a religious retreat who became an industrial missionary in the Belgian Congo, Kenya, and later directed Auburn University’s cooperative education program, died March 27 at his home in Aiken. He led coops, won the Schneidler Award, and influenced SRS and Education boards.
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Names and Titles from Aitken Standard Monitor Staff
A list of editorial and production staff including Scott B. Hunter Jeffrey B. Wallace and James R. Bennett Jr with roles such as Circulation Director Pressroom Supervisor and Systems Manager. The document also references Timothy E. O Bri and Garth R. Groshans in supervisory and management positions.
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Wealthiest Still Pay Most Under Tax Cut Plan
Washington analysis shows the top 2 percent pay 40 percent of income taxes and the top 29 percent cover 90 percent. The bottom 60 percent pay zero percent while the Earned Income Tax Credit grants cash relief. Liberal plans would raise spending and the tax cut would mainly aid the wealthy, critics say. sauwoerterman is ener of staff for Rep. Joseph R. Pitts.
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Diversity in College Admissions and the Powell Standard
A Detroit federal judge voided the University of Michigan Law School’s minority quota like admissions and rejected diversity as a compelling state interest. The ruling contrasts with a separate decision upholding preference points for minorities, signaling a likely Supreme Court clash. The case highlights ongoing debate over race, policy, and the goal of an integrated higher education system.
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Science and faith collide in debate on evolution
A reader argues science remains vital despite religious belief, criticizing creationist tactics and praising the modern scientific method. The letter defends genetics, natural selection, vaccines, and technology, while questioning the conflict between science and faith and urging modernization of the discussion.
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