Mike Roberts Resigns as USC Aiken Coach Amid Slow Start
After a 3-0 season start the USC Aiken Pacers dropped six of seven, prompting veteran coach Mike Roberts to resign ten games in. Athletic Director Randy Warrick praised Roberts for prioritizing players and education while noting the Peach Belt Conference remains competitive.
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Pell Grants limits harm low income students
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel argues against tighter Pell Grant eligibility as tuition rose 10.5 percent to an average 11 354 for four year public universities. With more minorities and low income students seeking college, merit based aid expands faster than need based aid, risking access for those most dependent on Pell Grants. Congress should restore generous limits.
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Aiken Standard Staff Roster Details Editorial Team
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership and department heads including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest Managing Editor Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
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What I Think About South Carolina Commerce
Fred Humes, Economic Development Partnership director, says the SCDOC has done well in the past year and commends Tim Dangerfield. He notes a comeback in the economy but warns of missed opportunities as growth resumes. He also criticizes state marketing cuts, saying fewer resources reduce response.
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Aiken coaches defend salaries and impact on students
A letter writer from Aiken High School explains their $41,313 total pay with coaching supplements, argues coaching is a full time commitment, and says athletic budgets rely on boosters and gate receipts not taxpayer funds. They defend Coach Johnson and urge appreciation for all coaches.
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Missing Jack Russell Skip Seeks Return After Fence Slip
Family searches Langley Gloverville area for brown and white Jack Russell Skip missing since December 9. After doors knocked and flyers posted, no lead found. $500 reward offered for Skip's return.
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Wailing of sirens heard after store fire scare
The reader notes errors in yesterday's edition and questions spelling and grammar across publications. The writer criticizes sloppy language in media and education, citing misused phrases and redundancy as widespread issues.
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Free Iraq, culture war dominate 2005 column
A columnist predicts 2005 will be defined by the Iraq war and a heated culture war in the United States. He cites defenses of Christmas displays, critiques of liberal media, and hopes for progress in Iraq while hoping for calmer public debate and victory for conservative values.
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