Democrats eye South Carolina as Iowa results shake race
The Iowa caucuses upended the Democratic race as John Kerry won and Howard Dean faltered. Richard Gephardt exited and John Edwards rose among contenders. South Carolina’s Feb 3 primary looms as the pivotal test to shape the nominating fight ahead of the November election.
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Aiken Standard Seeks Readers Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites reader viewpoints for its Letters to the Editor column. Writers should include signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited and condensed. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802, or email.
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Aiken Standard Staff Directory Fragment
A fragmented listing shows staff positions for the Aiken Standard including publishers editors and production directors with various email-like entries and mixed contact details. The legible names include Scott B Hunter Jeffrey B Wallace Arthur T Zappa Timothy E O Briant Phillip Yates J David Boyd Letitia Jefferson and J Newcom among others.
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Quote on patience and presence from Walter Hagen
A reflective note attributed to Walter Hagen invites readers to slow down and savor life. It emphasizes staying calm, embracing a brief stay, and taking time to appreciate simple beauty like flowers. The line reflects Hagen's philosophy on enjoying the moment.
Urban NAEP results prompt praise and concern in big cities
Urban districts willingly share NAEP scores for fourth and eighth grade reading and math, but results show most students in these cities perform well below proficiency. In eighth grade reading, two-fifths or more are below basic in seven cities, with Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Cleveland at the bottom. Chester E. Finn Jr. argues that the results expose the limits of relying on demographics and economics to explain gaps and question ambitious national goals.
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Critics spar over tuition vouchers and school funding
Letter writer Robert Kurzeja of Aiken argues that vouchers and tax credits can reduce public school burdens by shifting funding with enrollment, saving money on per-student dollars, and pressuring critics of private schooling to confront broader social issues. he challenges claims of improving public schools and urges accountability.
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Aiken Native on Keystone of the Pacific highlighted in military career
A newsletter note thanks Andre Sanders for an article about DeCarol A. Blocker in the Aiken Standard December 18 issue. The piece recalls Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee, their bonds with General Jackson, the Gettysburg campaign, and reflections on how Jackson’s loss shaped the Confederate command and legacy.
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Two Confederate Heroes of Chancellorsville
On May 2 1863 General Robert E Lee and General Thomas J Jackson secured a crucial victory at Chancellorsville against Union forces led by General Joseph Hooker. Jackson was wounded by friendly fire while returning from reconnaissance and died days later, altering the Army of Northern Virginia's fate.
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Jury Duty Calls and Evasion in Civic Duty
The writer questions why jurors are drawn from voter rolls and why many evade service. He notes some are repeatedly called while others are rarely selected and asks why many relieved at the courthouse avoid duties. He laments perceived lack of civic responsibility versus financial concerns.
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Radio Station Switch Sparks Aiken Format Debate
Aiken residents question JOY 102.7 after a format shift. The station, once offering diverse programming, now targets a small audience, raising concerns among advertisers and locals who miss its previous broad appeal and its role in the area's charm.
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Aiken's Carolina Bay Sees Community Vandalism
Reader notes vandalism at Aiken's Carolina Bay on the north side of Odell Weeks Park bench benches damaged for access to a wildlife island. Call 911 for sightings, support park safety, and remind readers to keep the area clean and valued.
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