Chess championship vs Olympic hype in New York
Columnist argues the World Chess Championship starting November 11 in New York deserves attention alongside Olympic coverage. He recalls past matches, markets the rival players Magnus Carlsen and Sergey Karjakin, notes Cold War vibes, and explains personal chess memories and the sport's evolving allure.
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Aiken Standard Masthead and Thought of the Day
The Aiken Standard lists Ellen Priest as Publisher and Editor with Michael Smith as Executive Editor and Holly Kemp as News Editor. The Thought of the Day features a Franklin D. Roosevelt quote about fear.
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Michael Smith
Holly Kemp
Aiken County opens new recreation pool in Graniteville
Aiken County Rec reation Center unveils a reopened pool after two months of construction with a grand opening planned. The $482000 project added fountains, improved entry, LED lighting, a new deck and remodeled bath house as Langley Pond remains closed. Residents praise the upgrade and are urged to enjoy the pool before school resumes.
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Jenasys Washington
Jayden Massiah
Dasani Bell
Michael Taylor
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Graniteville
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Phil Napier
Reasonable citizens must rise above election mudslinging
Anthony DiStefano of Aiken reflects on the November election and the need for informed, respectful civic engagement. He contrasts Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, cites concerns about Congress and the judiciary, and urges unity after the vote while noting his lengthy government service.
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