Aiken urged to bid again for Dixie Boys World Series return
City leaders cite the Dixie Boys World Series economic impact of over 700000 for the 24 team event at Citizens Park. They note spillover benefits from out of town teams and local spending, with potential for permanent hosting and TV coverage, boosting jobs and revenues in Aiken.
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Aiken
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Alabama
Texas
Aiken Standard Publisher Scott Hunter Named
Scott B. Hunter, publisher of the Aiken Standard, is announced as leading the paper with strategic oversight and editorial direction for the publication's future in Aiken, South Carolina.
RNC Releases Documentary Countering Kerry On Iraq
The Republican National Committee issues a film available at rnc.org that portrays John Kerry as a political opportunist and criticizes his Iraq stance. It highlights Kerry's 2001 to 2003 comments on weapons of mass destruction and regime change, contrasting them with his 2003 support for disarming Saddam.
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Bush
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Germany
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Russia
White House
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Cincinnati
Europe
South Korea
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VFW
Sen
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Lieberman
Letters about school entry rules and equal protection
A reader critiques Lindsey Graham’s proposed legislation to keep a Silver Bluff High School student, arguing it would create a precedent for allowing undocumented Mexicans and noting past requirements for birth certificates and immunizations. The letter calls for an explanation from the school board’s lawyer and questions equal protection under the law.
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Silver Bluff High School
Sen. Graham
Aiken
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U.S
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Susan Giddings Declares She Is Not Running for Office
Susan W. Giddings states she is not seeking election to the Aiken County School Board or any office. She notes her service on the Aiken County Council from 1994 to 2002 and appreciation for supporters.
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Susan Giddings
Susan W. Giddings
Aiken County
Aiken Standard Seeks Reader Opinions for Letters
The Aiken Standard invites readers to send viewpoints on topics of interest for the Letters to the Editor column. Letters may be mailed to P O Box 456 Aiken S C 29802 or emailed to swallace aikenstandard com or faxed to 803 648 6052.
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Aiken, S.C
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Aikenstandard.com
New Overtime Rules Expand Protections for Millions
The Department of Labor tightens overtime thresholds to 23 660 a year, guaranteeing overtime for workers earning under that level and extending protections to blue collar, union workers, nurses, first responders, and hourly employees. Effective Aug 23, 2004, the reforms aim to reduce lawsuits and clarify eligibility amid partisan pushback.
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