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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 2007
Page
11
Readers urge the United States to pursue self sufficiency in energy through biodiesel ethanol hydrogen and nuclear options. They note past calls for conservation and tax breaks but warn that relying on foreign oil endangers national security and the economy. Congress funding and urgent action are needed to match the rhetoric with results.
The editorial notes the 2008 campaign season kicks off with Mitt Romney visiting the Rotary Club of Aiken as the first announced candidate to appear in the area. It expects more candidates from both parties to visit Aiken County ahead of early South Carolina primaries and compares the trend to the 2000 cycle. It signals November-like momentum and urges readers to anticipate a busy political season.
The Aiken Standard lists key staff positions including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa News Director Timothy E. O Briant and others. It provides contact emails for editorial production circulation and management roles.
Column notes the Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce 89th Annual Dinner and Greater Good Awards with 540 attendees. It highlights 2006 leaders Paul Durban and 2007 Chair K D Justyn, recognizes volunteer members, and praises local businesses shaping Aiken’s future. J David Jameson, president/CEO, lauds chamber volunteers and economic goals.
The Spartanburg Herald Journal notes a Republican majority plan to meet privately in the state House to set rules and discuss state business. Critics warn secrecy erodes trust, as citizens are excluded from debates and the public’s business may be hidden from view.
A letter to the editor accuses the SCDOT of butchering 150 year old oaks on Gregg Avenue. The writer says the trees were destroyed in a day and believes city limits would have sparked more protest. Neighbors fault SCDOT SCEG and cable TV officials for pruning decisions and want involvement from others.
A Gregg Avenue resident and neighbors urge Kelvin Oglesby SCDOT assistant resident engineer to deploy chain saws today to remove dangerous branches on South Boundary. They fear falling limbs could crush or block travel, asking for swift safety measures.
Readers are urged to share opinions with the Letters to the Editor section. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length. Mail to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 or email letters aikenstandard.com or fax 648-6052.
The president states a decision to increase troops in Iraq despite opposition from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Cheney notes action to get the job done while the administration faces pushback on war plans.
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