Pacers on top yet again in NCAA golf chase
USC Aiken's golf team led by All-Americas Scott Brown and Dane Burkhart won the Peach Belt Conference tournament by six shots over Columbus State to advance to the NCAA Division II Southeast Regional. Brown was named Division II player of the year, Roberto Diaz freshman of the year, and coach Michael Carlisle was named coach of the year.
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Aiken district faces NCLB subgroup counting concerns
The Associated Press notes up to 1.9 million U S students may be excluded from subgroup tallies under NCLB. In Aiken, all PACT scores count toward school totals, but subgroups require 40 to 50 students, risking unreliable estimates. States differ on rules, with calls for uniform standards on sample size and test rigor.
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Aiken Standard Staff Directory Listing
The Aiken Standard lists its newsroom and management team with roles including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen Priest Internet Director Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
Easter is the beginning of the future
This column reflects on Jurgen Moltmann 1940s war experiences and his theology of hope. It notes his survival in Hamburg, later German captivity, and his search for comfort in faith, leading to works like The Crucified God and A Theology of Hope. The pastor at Aikens First Baptist Church argues Easter defines hope and signals a future of life with God.
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Lawmakers Rewrite School Calendars With Tourist Gain
The General Assembly removes local control over school calendars for all South Carolina districts. The governor signed the bill in Myrtle Beach, citing broader tourism interests, while Upstate districts feel sidelined.
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Aiken High students raise 7000 for Child Advocacy Center
Three Aiken High School students and their advisor delivered a $7000 check to the Child Advocacy Center after a charity drive during last fall’s spirit competition with South Aiken High School. A student shared her abuse experience anonymously to spur support, illustrating the community’s commitment to abused children. A Blue Jeans & Black Ties fundraiser is planned at Ford Conger Field with tickets at 40 dollars.
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Mattie Hall Center Caring Facility Praised by Family
Evelyn and Warrington Jackson of Aiken say Tallie Jackson died at Mattie C. Hall Health Care Center after more than a decade since a stroke. They describe Station 2 staff as tireless, the center as clean and cheerful, and note singing groups bingo cookouts and activities. Nicki Major helps resolve issues.
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Letters to the Editor Address for Aiken Standard
Residents are invited to send opinions on local issues to the Aiken Standard. Write to Letters to the Editor Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 or email and fax details provided for correspondence.
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