Thought of the Day from Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard presents a Thought of the Day attributed to Henrik Ibsen highlighting the idea that truth lies with the person closest to the future. The item notes the publication’s 1867 founding and lists RHONDA OVERBEY as Publisher, MICHAEL HARRIS as Managing Editor, and HOLLY KEMP as News Editor.
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Trump Minute Nation Stays Busy As Global Stage Heats Up
Editorial notes time moves fast from G7 and NATO summits to diplomacy with Russia and nuclear questions. In Aiken County communities feel the ripple effects of policy shifts, defense jobs, and national security debates as Fort Gordon and Savannah River Site shape local livelihoods.
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Tomorrow's graduates need new life skills and collaboration
An extensive study by Microsoft and McKinsey Education Practice examines the life skills kindergartners will need as high school graduates in 2030. It emphasizes collective problem solving, teaching others, and balancing academic, emotional, social, interpersonal, and intrapersonal intelligences, with attitude as a key driver of workplace productivity. Dr. Frank G. Roberson of Horse Creek Academy Charter School referenced.
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Memories fade as Birds Butteries closes on Laurens Street
The Laurens Street shop Birds Butteries has closed leaving locals recalling Ron and Dari Brenneman who offered seed birdhouses and advice. Patrons miss the friendly service, loyalty, and retirement wishes shared, while a letter-writer notes fond memories of a neighborhood business and its role in local yards.
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