Thought of the Day from Aiken Standard
Publisher Rhonda Overbey and executives presented a Thought of the Day quote from Ouida, the 19th century English writer. The note attributed the line about a cruel story on wheels to Marie Louise de la Ramee.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 2017
Page
11
Publisher Rhonda Overbey and executives presented a Thought of the Day quote from Ouida, the 19th century English writer. The note attributed the line about a cruel story on wheels to Marie Louise de la Ramee.
Don Law, a retired newspaperman and Aiken historian who helped shape the Savannah River Plant era, died age 94. A World War II B-17 navigator and former Air Force Reserve lieutenant colonel, he was praised for deep local knowledge, mentorship, and his enduring legacy at the Aiken Standard. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church in Aiken with private burial at Ridge Spring Cemetery.
In a lengthy letter, Liam McGinley of Aiken criticizes President Trump and GOP backers while urging support for North Augusta council candidate David McGhee. Cynthia Gordon endorses McGhee and praises his community work. Tonya L. Marchant offers thanks and pledges integrity as Aiken County Probate Judge.
The City of Aiken outlines a major infrastructure upgrade with a focus on water and sewer systems. City leaders emphasize funding through user fees and local option taxes, and present a proactive, data driven approach to replacements and rehab. City Manager John Klimm and Public Works Director Michelle S. Jones lead the briefing with Mayor Rick Osbon and Council.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters up to 500 words with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Do not publish anonymous or pen name letters. Include a brief headline and email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P.O. Box 456 Aiken SC 29801. Publication is discretionary.
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