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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 2016
Page
13
Ellen Priest publishes the Aiken Standard founded in 1867 with Tim O Briant as editor and Holly Ellington as news editor. The Thought of the Day cites a Truman quote about leadership and society.
Editorial argues the 1 percent hospitality tax collected since June has exceeded projections, bringing in 780 000 and funding projects like entry signs. It notes funds require council approval for withdrawals and cites tourism driven gains as justification to keep the tax.
The Aiken Standard invites readers to send signed letters with the writer’s address and daytime phone for verification. Letters must be under 500 words and may be edited for length, clarity, libel, and taste. Anonymous and organized-campaign letters will not be published.
Washington columnist notes Marco Rubio faltered in a debate showing repetitious lines and limited Senate achievements. Chris Christie pressed his inexperience while others questioned Rubio's depth. The piece argues Rubio may appeal to GOP elites but lacks substance for a general election against Clinton or Sanders.
A letter to the editor urges Aiken City Council to add litter control to the city vision. It cites Palmetto Pride data and SC efforts, argues litter harms economy and quality of life, and calls for education enforcement and pride as low‑cost steps to improve the community.
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