DMV reform shows promise in six location pilot
The six site pilot at the South Carolina DMV includes a greeter, Saturday hours, and online services. Aiken’s office operates Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with more online renewals and address changes. Online processing reaches 141,000 applications monthly. starting Oct 1, drivers 65 and under may renew online. The reform aims to curb long waits and improve accountability under Gov. Sanford.
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Aiken Standard Names Leadership Team in Editorial Roles
The Aiken Standard lists Scott B. Hunter as Publisher and Timothy E. O’Brian as Managing Editor. Jeffrey B. Wallace serves Advertising Director with Arthur T. Zappa as Business Manager and Ellen C. Priest as Production Director.
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Jeffrey B. Wallace
Arthur T. Zappa
Ellen C. Priest
Cautionary tale of The Stanley Works and political posturing
The Stanley Works, a major U S hand tool maker based in New Britain Connecticut, faced tax and budget pressure after proposing to move its headquarters to Bermuda to save taxes. Critics claimed the move would hurt government revenues and workers while competitors had already offshore their addresses. After weeks of media pressure the company abandoned the plan, reporting in April that profits fell and 1000 jobs would be cut, illustrating the clash between fiscal policy and private sector realities.
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Ban on Constant Dog Chaining Proposed Across Jurisdictions
Edward J. Graef of Aiken argues for statewide and federal laws to ban constant chaining or tethering of dogs. He notes loneliness, boredom, and aggression from isolation, along with unsanitary conditions and increased pet overpopulation. Readers are urged to contact officials supporting legislation.
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Support for American soldiers from Virginia Beach reader
A Virginia Beach correspondent responds to Brenda Tolton's letter claiming unpatriotic views about Pvt. Cooper. The writer cites personal ties to the 122nd Regiment, urges compassion for troops, and argues war's hardships are unglamorous. The piece defends soldiers' right to express feelings and asks Tolton to extend respect to service members and their families.
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Letters to the Editor Submission Details
Policy requires letters to be brief and include signature mailing address and phone numbers for verification. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard P O Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 Email swallace at aikenstandard dot com Fax 803 648 6052
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End of summer brings back to school signs and stress on teachers
The piece notes teachers readying classrooms for the new year at Aiken High and Aiken Middle, with summer projects and genealogy work by Tammy. It discusses longer hours, stagnant pay, and budget cuts from the South Carolina General Assembly, urging greater parental support and active involvement in education.
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