Economy as top focus for South Carolina Legislature
In Aiken last week Speaker Bobby Harrell highlighted the economy as the Legislature’s chief focus for the current session and the coming two decades. He argues that all state functions hinge on economic health and calls for a laser focus on boosting jobs, industry, and tax revenue to prevent cuts to education, health care, and public safety.
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Faithful family leaves for Milan missionary work
Ron Smith, his wife Amy, and their four children from Philadelphia will relocate to Milan, Italy, to serve as missionaries. The move follows more than a year of planning and widespread prayers from Aiken, South Carolina, and across the nation.
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Aiken Standard Staff and Contact Details
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership and key staff including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace News Director Timothy E. O Briant and others with roles in advertising production circulation and customer service.
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Obama Panetta CIA pick sparks debate on security boldness
Column argues Panetta lacks intelligence background yet could lead CIA as Obama weighs tough war on terror. Critics warn against repealing FISA and renditions while Panetta favors field manual limits on interrogations and coercive methods. Strong views on effectiveness and risk.
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Readers praise Councilman Bunker and belt tightening
A letter lauds Councilman Gary Bunker for his fiscally cautious stance and urges belt tightening in next year’s budget. The writer commends the Aiken County Council as good stewards of public finances and notes wage stagnation and rising living costs. A separate note thanks the Aiken Water Department for detecting a leak and saving water and money.
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Gary Bunker
Aiken County
Bunker
Aiken
Aiken Family Y Honors Its Warm Welcoming Staff Z
A member highlights Zaneta known as Z at the Aiken Family Y for her joyful greeting, personal attention, and genuine care. The letter praises her name meaning and her role in creating a welcoming workout atmosphere at the Hitchcock Healthcare Facility.
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Lottery funds in S C education questioned amid cuts
A reader asks how State Education Lottery money is allocated as South Carolina faces $334 million in budget cuts and considers eliminating teacher raises and board certified bonuses. The editor cites Dr. Jim Rex and requests clearer accounting before reducing pay and bonuses.
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Jim Rex
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Obama election not to be denied says advocate
A commentator rejects conspiracy claims against Barack Obama’s 2008 election and urges Windham and peers to accept the result. The piece notes the Supreme Court’s rejection of challenges and praises Obama’s coherence and intelligence.
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Barack Obama
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