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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 2010
Page
9
A Bowen meditation on memory’s quirks. It highlights how memory picks out a vivid, mischievous scene of a small boy outside, chewing melon in dust, rather than the solemn cathedral, revealing memory’s choosy, temperamental nature.
South Carolina moves toward raising cigarette taxes from 7 cents to potentially 30 or 50 cents per pack as House and Senate pass differing measures. Gov. Sanford would veto, prompting possible override votes. Advocates say higher costs deter youth smoking and improve health outcomes across parties.
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The report notes higher class sizes and more course preps for many high school teachers. With fewer staff and less planning time, educators struggle to prepare for four or five courses versus two or three. The economic strain affects instruction, though most teachers strive to meet student needs.
A community member allege the district sugarcoats ban reviews and calls for accountability amid complaints about the high school experience. The writer notes two children endured difficulties and urges acknowledgement of the issues affecting students.
Readers share views on issues for publication at the Aiken Standard. Send letters to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, Box 456, Aiken, SC 29802 or via letters@aikenstandard.com or fax 648-6052.
The Aiken Standard lists publisher Scott B. Hunter editor Jeffrey B. Wallace and staff roles. Advertising director Arthur T. Zappa news director Timothy E. O Briant circulation director Scot Newcom business manager Terri Cheek managing editor Michael W. Gibbons and classified advertising manager Letitia Jefferson are shown with email addresses.
Debra Hamm and Debbie Elmore discuss a redesigned Palmetto Gold standard in SC school ratings. The new system addresses shifting goals under EAA and No Child Left Behind, aims to reward progress, and focuses resources on schools most needing help while preserving excellence.
U S attorney Dennis Burke says preventing missing link in smuggling networks is vital after agents raid five Arizona shuttle businesses and arrest dozens accused of transporting people from the Mexican border. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi cites hospital visitation rules backed by the White House to allow LGBT partners access and decision making.
A reflective essay laments the entanglement of executive and legislative branches with ideologies and finance. It warns of moral breakdown, privatization of life, and large scale scandals like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, arguing the government feeds on corruption and questions personal ethics.
A couple and their teenage son reported a silent triangle shaped craft with three white lights overhead at 8 30 PM on April 13. The trio said it made quick turns before fading east to west and plan to watch the sky more closely.
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