Viewpoint critique on domestic violence policy in South Carolina
The commentary questions Charlie Condon's order to halt dropping charges and notes the need for balanced action. It credits Gov Hodges for elevating the issue and a task force, but criticizes lack of follow through. It praises Attorney General for taking action and potentially saving lives.
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Eneral
Charlie Condon
Condon
Jim Hodges
South Corona
Gov
Hodges
Congress
South Carolina
Aiken Standard Staff Roles Listed For 2024 Edition
The Aiken Standard names Scott B. Hunter as Publisher and Jeffrey B. Wallace as Editor among a list of key staff: Art Zappa Advertising Director, Ellen C. Priest Business Manager, Timothy E. O Briant Managing Editor, Phillip Yates Production Director, Deborah Dyches Circulation Director, Letitia Jefferson Systems Manager, and David Boyd.
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Scott B. Hunter
Jeffrey B. Wallace
Art Zappa
Ellen C. Priest
Timothy E. O'Briant
Phillip Yates
Deborah Dyches
bittersweet trip as Corey heads to College of Charleston
Parents describe a poignant send off as daughter Corey begins college at the College of Charleston. They recall her excitement, the packed dorm supplies, orientation steps, and hopes for growth, while acknowledging empty nest feelings and parental pride.
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Corey
Charleston
College of Charleston
Mary Lou
PTO
Wwe
Graham’s measure sparks debate over laws and freedom
Jim Wetzel of Aiken defends Lindsey Graham, arguing that fewer laws are better for security and self reliance. He criticizes Holcomb for wanting more federal rules and praises Graham as courageous, effective, and rooted in South Carolina values, unlikely to join an Eastern elite.
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Rerry Romans Suet
Lindsey Graham
Holcomb
Washington
Senate
Sen
Strom Thurmond
Jim Wetzel
Aiken
Sunday alcohol sale ban sparks hypocrisy charge
Opponents argue that banning Sunday sale of alcoholic beverages is hypocritical, claiming prohibition failed to curb misuse while leaving six days unprotected. They warn alcohol abuse parallels risks from cars, drugs, and firearms, and stress character and self discipline cannot be legislated.
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Aiken
The Fame Demon That Ruined Elvis Presley
Elvis life ruined by fame the thing that made him famous frames a sober view of the 1950s icon. The piece notes how crowd scrutiny and wealth turned joyful energy into stress and paranoia. Presley hid at Graceland and in hotel suites while sleep escaped him and substance use crept in. The essay compares him to Monroe Ruth and Wayne as cultural figures who survived longer. Elvis died at 42, heart broken by the burdens of celebrity.
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Elvis Presley
Graceland
Tenesse
Presley
Elvis
James Dean
Marlon Brando
Pres
Nelson
Thave
Marilyn Monroe
Babe Ruth
John Wayne
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