Editorial SRS top Story of 2009 for Aiken County
The Savannah River Site dominates the year’s top stories with a 1.6 billion Recovery Act allocation funding 2,500 new jobs and ongoing projects. It highlights the Mixed Oxide Facility converting plutonium to fuel, biomass plant upgrades, and the dedication of SRS workers amid internal debates.
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Aiken Standard Staff Directory Details Contacts
Publisher Scott B. Hunter leads the Aiken Standard with Jeffrey B. Wallace as Editor and Timothy E. O Briant as News Director. Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom and Business Manager Terri Cheek complete the masthead.
Upstate I 385 rehab decision outlined by SC transport chief
South Carolina Secretary of Transportation argues for an eight month I-385 rehabilitation in Laurens County to save 34.6 million dollars and reduce long term travel disruption. He cites safety and future widenings while acknowledging public communication lapses and consulting groups like the SC Trucking Association and BMW.
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Family mourns Brittany Murphy Death At 32
The family of actress Brittany Murphy says her sudden death is a terrible tragedy. She was their daughter wife and shining star as they issue a heartfelt written statement.
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Letters to the Editor in Aiken Standard
Readers are invited to send opinions on local issues to the Aiken Standard. Submissions may be mailed to Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 or emailed to letters aikenstandard com or sent via the fax line 6486052.
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Lieberman described as Republican in health care debate
Moses Mims Aiken accuses Senator Lieberman of derailing the Senate health care bill and hints at running as a Republican in 2012. The letter claims Lieberman shifted party alignment, questions his fitness to lead, and pledges support for opponents and MoveOn.org.
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League of Women Voters of SC Supports Clean Energy Push
The LWVSC commends Senator Lindsey Graham for recognizing global climate change as a scientific fact and urges action on the American Clean Energy and Security Bill. The group advocates energy conservation, renewables like solar and wind, and a national shift to clean energy to spur jobs, health, and environmental protection.
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