Voices and quotes from public figures span sports to politics
A collection of remarks features Deion Sanders pausing baseball for football, judges moving trials to Colorado, Buchanan’s press queries by foreign reporters, controversy over a highway sign, Dole’s campaign critique, Miss Aiken County’s tumble, Ellenton officials debating bond debt, and gun control stances from local authorities.
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Patrick Buchanan
Buchanan
Aiken Standard Subscription and Contact Details
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Aiken
Aiken Standard
Scott B. Hunter
South Carolina urged to drop motor voter challenge
The state should abandon its fight against the motor voter act while the federal government presses for retroactive implementation. SC argues the law is an unfunded mandate, but DOJ says the state must rectify harm by applying the law. The piece also covers education reform bills and criticism of DJJ delays amid inmate safety concerns.
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South Carolina
Congress
Motor Vehicle Department
U.S
Matthew Perry
U.S. Supreme Court
California
Supreme Court
US. Justice Department
New Ellenton council debated sewer referendum and future plans
A special council meeting on February 15 discussed holding a citizens referendum on two sewer options: negotiate state funding for a plan or let a receiver finish financing. The letter outlines local history, finances, and calls for accountability while urging town growth and a vote on the path forward. It also critiques media bias and touches on national gun politics and Pat Buchanan.
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New Ellenton
Cedar Creek
CCD
Aiken County
Water and Sewer Services
DOE
New Cod
WASS
NRRP
Blue Ribbon Commission
Deadline for letters on candidates in SC primary
The Aiken Standard will accept letters concerning March 2 South Carolina primary candidates if received by Monday at 5 30 p m. Letters must be brief include signature mailing address and daytime and home telephone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited and condensed.
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South Carolina
Aiken Standard
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