County OK for private academy amid zoning debate
The Aiken County Planning Commission unanimously approved the Family Foundation of Hancock New York plans for a $6 million private academy in Monetta. The decision upholds county development standards and rural zoning, backing a school aimed at helping children with learning disabilities and welcoming Tony and Betty Argiros to McCormick County.
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McCormick County
New York
Zimbabwe crisis deepens after Mugabe return
Zimbabwe faces a watershed crisis as President Mugabe returns from Cuba to a tense political scene. His deputy pulls back briefly but Mugabe's Sunday return signals a slide toward economic collapse, with Thabo Mbeki planning a long‑planned visit next month while farmers urge squatters to allow farming to continue.
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Thabo Mbeki
Zimbabwe
Clinton's Role in Elian Case Cited as Lacking Leadership
Havana reports frame the Elian Gonzalez case as dragging on due to indecision by Janet Reno and a passive Clinton. The piece argues the president must use the bully pulpit and that Reno should act, or a new attorney general may be needed. It notes the five month delay, Cuban-American expectations, and calls for decisive action.
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Reno
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Lazaro
Elian
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Bill Clinton
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Hope for students amid school violence memories
A writer reflects on hope during a week with safety concerns at Midland Valley High and Lone Oak Elementary. He recalls two students detained for a school incident, honors the Columbine and Oklahoma City anniversaries, and contrasts past classroom mischief with today’s violence awareness. He urges calm, pause, and progress toward safer schools.
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Columbine High School
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Oklahoma City
Lone Oak Elementary
Roger Manual
The Blessing of Jesus Resurrection and My Failures
The narrator confesses deep grief over Jesus death and his own failures to follow him. He recalls denying Jesus three times, contemplates guilt, and finds renewal upon encountering the risen Christ and his remaining disciples, while grappling with forgiveness and trust.
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Letters to the Editor Guidance for Submissions
Brief letters with the writer signature mail address and daytime and telephone numbers for verification. All letters are subject to editing and condensing. Address Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 Email to editorial@duesouth.net or fax to 803-648-6052.
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