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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 2011
Page
10
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The Aiken Standards names Bill Reynolds as Person of the Year for his work on Celebrate Aiken. The Forever Stamp concept was introduced in 2007 and now accounts for 85 percent of stamp sales, eliminating the need for small denomination add-ons as postage rises. New Year resolutions in 2011 urge weight loss, quitting smoking, and healthier habits.
The unemployed Army veteran who proposed action figures to create jobs paid a $165 filing fee to run in a special election for the State House seat vacated by the death of Cathy Harvin from Summerton. The piece notes broader concerns about gas prices and mourns the deaths of Alex Bush and Katie Scott in a head on crash.
Aiden standard news desk lists Timothy E O Brant tobriant and Phillip Yates as executive editor and production director with contact lines for editorial staff. The note assigns roles to Letitia Jefferson as Classified Advertising Manager.
The TRAC column argues the 635 page Tax Realignment Commission report should drive next year’s tax debate. It notes legislators rejected adopting or debating the package, yet the authors urge broadening the tax base and lowering rates. South Carolina remains a low tax state overall with targeted reforms proposed.
South Carolina maintenance crews in 44 of 46 counties worked over Christmas and the weekend to keep highways safe. About 1,650 workers logged over 21,000 hours, deploying 6,848 tons of salt 1,543 tons of sand and 308,555 gallons of salt brine and calcium chloride. Secretary H B Limehouse Jr praised their effort and dedication.
A reader advocates embracing diverse media views and warns against attempts to ban outlets. They defend the First Amendment and urge listening to MSNBC and other perspectives to make informed decisions.
A reader argues that hard times come from factors beyond personal choices. Wealthy individuals who defend their fortune should share with less fortunate Americans, and the author questions the character of those who resent redistribution.
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