Energy focus on target in Bush speech sparks local intrigue
In the State of the Union, President Bush urged ending oil dependency and highlighted nuclear power and hydrogen tech as paths to reduce foreign oil. Local readers note the Savannah River Site and Aiken County stand to gain from hydrogen research and potential nuclear power ventures.
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Medicare drug benefit underway with broad enrollment
Twenty three days into the new Medicare prescription drug benefit 24 million people enrolled nationwide including 372 920 in South Carolina. Most systems work with pharmacists filling a million prescriptions daily while others face initial access problems. A toll free helpline and 1 800 MEDICARE caseworkers offer help if needed.
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Coretta Scott King Legacy and Individual Recognition
Coretta Scott King carried on Martin Luther King Jr.'s work with grace not as his shadow but in her own right. She faced difficulty with dignity, yet many attributed her achievements to her husband rather than her own efforts. The speaker argues she deserved lasting recognition as Coretta, not merely the wife of Martin.
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Readers praise care at Aiken Regional and mourn local loss
A reader thanks Dr. William Durrett at Aiken Regional Medical Center for a radiofrequency back treatment and credits the staff with a pain relief that lasts years. The letter also condemns lenient sentencing in the Woodward case and notes Wesley Key’s death, praising his service and the impact on friends and family.
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Wesley Key remembered as a devoted, optimistic colleague
A tribute from a longtime coworker honors Wesley Key of New Ellenton who died January 23. The message recalls his 24 years of service, unwavering faith, positive spirit despite illness, and his late wife Brenda. It contrasts his Christian life with calls for political reflection on Bush and war policy.
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Surgery Center of Aiken Opens With Positive Patient Experience
On December 29 2005 a patient underwent outpatient surgery at the new Surgery Center of Aiken performed by Dr Dean Page. The center is described as state of the art and the patient praises scheduling registration operation and recovery and commends Dr Page Dr Durrett and staff for a comfortable compassionate experience.
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Coaches of MVHS valued for character and life lessons
Warren B. Whitson lauds Rick Knight and Marty Harper and MVHS staff for shaping students at Midland Valley and Silver Bluff High Schools since 1981. He argues coaching builds teamwork, positive character, and commitment, linking them to lasting success in sports and life.
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Aiken residents urge EEDA committee role in schools
Pat Kirk argues for ongoing EEDA committee work to guide high school major selection and workforce readiness. He cites Rep Bill Clyburn approval and calls for collaboration among advocacy groups, the school board, parents, and educators to strengthen public schools and attract industries.
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Local coaches face scrutiny in high school programs
Readers debate the role of coaches in district sports and how policies shape student athletics. Supporters urge clear standards and accountability while critics warn against overreach and politicized decisions affecting teams and morale.
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