Durant Scholars and Historians Are Remembered
A tribute recalling Will Durant (1885 1981) and Ariel Durant (1898 1981) as American historians recognized for their enduring impact on history writing. The excerpt notes publishing leadership at Aiken Standdaman founded 1867 with RHONDA OVERBEY and MICHAEL HARRIS among the staff.
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Local lawmen rehearse worst case school attack
Glynn County officials and federal agents gathered at Brunswick High School for a tabletop drill to plan responses to a school shooting. The exercise, while sobering, underscores the community’s commitment to preparedness and shared responsibility for campus safety.
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Marshall County High School
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Glynn County Schools Police
Glynn County
Brunswick High School
Ellis
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Trump backs National School Choice Week amid education reform push
Star Parker argues President Trump uses National School Choice Week to press reform. Betsy DeVos calls for school choice, critiques federal mandates, and highlights low NAEP results for black students. She questions Common Core and federal control, urging parental choice and market ideas.
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Center For Urban Renewal and Education
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Creators Syndicate
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Who is Qualified to Define Presidential The Role
A reader argues that true presidentialness comes from actions benefiting the American people rather than appearance or rhetoric. The letter cites Jefferson and Truman to question what makes a president, condemns legible hypocrisy in lawmakers, and ends with a provocative cultural jab. Gus Fitch in Aiken weighs in on leadership and accountability.
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Letters to the Editor guidelines at Aiken Standard
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