South Carolina Bishop Advocates Open Talk on Child Abuse
In Charleston, Bishop David B. Thompson urges candid discussion of child sex abuse in religious institutions. He recalls December priest abuse charges and says past secrecy ended with a policy requiring treatment without future assignments near minors. He notes no greater priest risk than other professions.
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RSR Lead Emissions Plan Faces Approval Amid Debate
At an Aiken Electric Co op meeting on January 10, consultant Charles Cooper for RSR Corp. touted a plan to emit under 100 tons of lead annually from a new plant. He cited lack of a plant design and claimed the target complies with laws while months later potential emissions could reach about 200,000 pounds from stack, water, and related systems, drawing support from local officials.
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Open letter and local notices from Aiken Standard readers
A mixed compendium of letters to the editor and community notes. Readers urge involvement in Montmorenci lead concerns and DHEC oversight, praise Tommy's Fight Cancer Run, thank sponsors, and call for action on school safety. Various voices including Mrs. K DiNucci and Claire M Ahrens share opinions and memories.
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Two Good Samaritans Help After Aiken County Crash
Ann Taylor thanks two men who assisted after a Wednesday accident on Trolley Line Road and University Parkway. One stayed with her until 911 arrived. the other, driving an Aiken Pest Control truck, called 911. She also commends Public Safety ambulance staff and HCA Emergency Room personnel.
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