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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 2017
Page
11
The Aiken Standard notes its founding in 1867 and lists current leadership including Publisher Rhonda Overbey Executive Editor Michael Smith News Editor Holly Kemp and a thought of the day by Rabbi Hyman Judah Schachtel.
Scott Hunter reflects on a violent weekend in Aiken, recalling two police officers murdered previously and a mass shooting at South Aiken High School. He praises law enforcement, honors community volunteers, highlights school improvements, Rotary scholarships, and Children's Place efforts, urging ongoing fabric repair.
South Carolina AG Alan Wilson highlights progress since 2012 with the Human Trafficking Task Force. The 2016 annual report shows 50 closed trafficking cases in state courts, 36 with minors, and 28 cases pending, 22 involving juveniles. The plan includes expanded data collection, victim services standards, diversion court for juveniles, and rapid response teams.
A reader notes that while legal equality exists on paper, real rights for women are still hindered by sexist attitudes and harassment. The piece cites the president’s behavior toward a female news anchor and locker room culture, praising the 5 million participants in marches.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime telephone for verification. Submissions must stay under 500 words and include a brief headline. Anonymous or organized-cause letters may be declined. emails to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P.O. Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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