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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 2021
Page
7
The Aiken Standard, a historic newspaper founded in 1867, lists Rhonda Overby as publisher and John Boyette as executive editor with Holly Kemp serving as news editor. This archival credit outlines leadership roles at the South Carolina paper.
The piece argues the federal government should compensate landlords for losses from eviction moratoriums enacted during the pandemic. It notes rents, the $45 billion relief pool, and legal challenges, warning of a looming eviction crisis if Congress does not act. The author cites Supreme Court implications and constitutional concerns.
Columnist John Boyette reflects on starting the 2021-22 school year in Aiken County noting the mix of anticipation and nerves, the impact of educators, and his own path from student to sports writer. He credits teachers and family for shaping his outlook and salutes education’s role in the community.
Readers debate migrant relocation to key swing states to influence elections and congressional races. The letter claims migrants are being sent to Texas Florida Arizona New Mexico Nevada Georgia Pennsylvania Wisconsin Minnesota with aims to alter districts and votes. The piece argues vaccines are politicized and urges nonpartisan public health.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with real name and address for publication, including a daytime phone number for verification. Letters must stay under 500 words and include a brief headline. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P.O. Box 456, Aiken SC 29801.
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