Aiken Standard Staff and Leaders Highlighted
The Aiken Standard notes its founding in 1867 and lists key leaders: Publisher Ellen Priest, Executive Editor Michael Smith, and News Editor Holly Ellington. The piece includes a Thought of the Day attributed to Dale Carnegie.
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Ellen Priest
Michael Smith
Holly Ellington
Elisabeth Hardy named Aiken County Teacher of the Year
Dr Elisabeth Blumer Hardy a 23 year veteran of the classroom was named 2016 17 Aiken County Public Schools Teacher of the Year at an awards banquet at Newberry Hall She teaches AP literature English II at North Augusta High School and leads Real Life 101 Her heartfelt reaction underscored a broader tribute to teachers everywhere including educators across Aiken County The piece honors teachers as essential figures who shape doctors lawyers plumbers and nurses and encourages public thanks to educators everywhere
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Elisabeth Hardy
Aiken County
Amanda Burnside
Paul Knox
Carrie Clark
Hammond Hill
Lisa Colquitt
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Kathryn Linton
East Aiken School
Elisabeth Blumer Hardy
Newberry Hall
North Augusta High School
Aiken County Public Schools
Aiken Standard Seeks Signed Letters To Editor
The Aiken Standard invites readers to submit letters to the editor signed with the writer’s address and a daytime phone number for verification. Letters must stay under 500 words and may be edited for length, clarity, and taste. Anonymous or organized-campaign letters will not be published.
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Wall on the U S Canada border called for by columnist
Column by Michelle Malkin argues for a northern border wall and stricter screening. It alleges Canada fast tracks Syrian refugees, cites flawed databases and downsized Border Patrol on the U S side.
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Canada
America
Donald Trump
U.S. State Department
Washington
Letter to the Editor on unisex facilities and safety
A reader argues against transgender bathroom and fitting room access in public places. The letter claims increased risk to children, cites Target policy, questions women’s rights groups, and urges alertness for parents and concealed weapon holders. The author asserts that gender neutrality endangers females and mocks the policy finalizing with a sarcastic remark.
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