Debate over immigration history and current labor needs
The reader questions past US responses to Hungary during the 1956 invasion and contrasts it with the call for skilled entrants. They argue for stricter border controls to prevent a large influx of illegals and emphasize the desire for domestic unskilled labor and food imports, citing apple juice from China as a national concern.
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Hungary
United States
China
Supporters tout Greg Ryberg as trusted local leader
Letter writer praises Greg Ryberg for integrity and qualification while criticizing Ravenel. They argue Ryberg would win without Ravenel and defend Ryberg from critics. The piece also opposes an African American cultural center downtown and suggests relocating exhibits to a county museum on Whiskey Road.
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Aiken County
Whiskey Road
Fountain debate sparks readers in Aiken Laurens area
Readers complain about a new fountain replacing an old one amid concerns over poor roads in Aiken County. The letter urges residents to share thoughts via the TalkBack hotline and online, with names omitted and comments subject to space editing.
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Richland
Laurens
Aiken County
Aiken
Aiken Standard Delivery Dates and Address Change
Sunday Phss subscribers will receive delivery on dates listed from November 23 to December 28, 2007. Postal changes include PO Box 486 Aion SC 29802 and PO Box 208326 Ata Drive Abin SC 79802.
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Abin
S.C
Pere ‘Ais
Sen ‘Srmas
Abe Stanard
Aion
Phss
Jane
Beech Island man charged with manufacturing meth
James E. McRae, 42, of Beech Island is charged with manufacturing methamphetamine after deputies serving bench warrants found his shop home full of meth lab equipment. The odor and setup indicated ongoing production likely for distribution. Investigation ongoing with potential additional charges. three labs found this year in Aiken County.
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Beech Island
Aiken County
Sheriff's Office
James E. McRae
Beech Island Avenue
Turing
Aiken County Family Court
Michael Frank McRae
McRae
Frank
Michael Hunt
North Augusta
Kids enjoy creepy crawlies in USC Aiken summer program
Emily Biebesheimer and classmates joined USC Aiken's Kids in College for Creepy Creatures a lesson blending biology and art. Rebecca Butler taught about habitats adaptations and the importance of bugs while students hunted for critters and even made slime.
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Rebecca Butler
Butler
Emily
Augusta
USC Aiken
Continuing Education
Warrenville
Preston Seigler
Lear
Nola Wallace
North Augusta
Nola
Rebecca Wallace
Rob Novit
Aikenstandard.com
Rob Novi
Evening to Remember Adds Warmth for North Augusta Seniors
The Senior Adult Ministry of First Baptist Church of North Augusta hosted an evening dinner with turkey and dressing, green beans, salad, and desserts, drawing 160 to 170 attendees. Gospel singer Ken Turner performed, receiving a standing ovation, as organizer Rev. Ty Lochridge announced continued quarterly events to suit seniors who cannot drive at night. Turner shared work in the Dominican Republic and offered CDs for sale. For more details, contact the church office at 279-6370.
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North Augusta
First Baptist Church of
Ty Lochridge
Tumer
Dominican Republic
Tumner
Turner
First Baptist Church of North
Suzanne Stone
Ken Turner
RSVP volunteers sought in Aiken area
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program seeks volunteers in Aiken to assist at the Council on Aging Social Services Offices Health Department Habitat for Humanity Thrift Store Public Schools and other sites. Contact Ed Jelineck or Dorothy Moyers for details. Jamie Murphy at (803) 279-4191 for Parent Project info. The Parent Project meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays in July 7 to 9 pm at Public Safety Courtroom and at various churches and community centers in Aiken County.
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RSVP
Aiken
Council On Aging
Social Services
Health Department
Habitat For Humanity Thrift Store
Ed Jelineck
Dorothy Moyers
Public Safety
Sev ‘Ral
Aiken County
Jamie Murphy
AHS Class of 1972 Plans December 29 Reunion
The Aiken High School Class of 1972 plans a reunion on December 29, 2007. For details visit the class website at www ahs1972.com or contact Janet Hallman Mattocks at 649-3024.
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Aiken High School
Janet Hallman Mattocks
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The readable fragments list lottery style numbers and brand names without a coherent event or outcome. No clear person, organization, place, or date is identifiable to form a factual summary.
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