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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 2017

Page

9

Aiken Standard leaders and masthead details

The Aiken Standard notes its founding in 1867 with publisher Rhonda Overbey, executive editor Michael Smith, and news editor Holly Kemp guiding the newsroom.

Rhonda Overbey Michael Smith Holly Kemp

Thought of the Day by Grace King on possession of the past

A reflective meditation on how the past remains our true possession across life. The author argues time cannot take our memories, defining identity as inseparably tied to what has been.

Grace King

Drones spark security concerns at Savannah River Site

Editorial notes that drones prompted security questions at the Savannah River Site where twelve sightings were reported in 2016. The Department of Energy later said no drone sightings could be confirmed.

Savannah River U.S. Department of Energy Aiken Standard Crime Tripp Girardeau Vincent Sheheen Camden Senate House Judiciary Committee Aiken County U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Aviation Administration

Drones spark debate over safety and laws in South Carolina

Aiken and national discussions on drone use raise privacy and security concerns. Lawmakers consider flight limits near jails, while a federal court narrows commercial registration. Officials note scant local enforcement and urge responsible, safe flying away from crowds and sensitive sites.

FAA Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court Aiken South Carolina Karl Odenthal Eric Abdullah Aiken County Odenthal

Kushner Faces Scrutiny as Russia Probe Deepens

Columnist argues Jared Kushner is central to the Russia investigation amid reports he proposed using secure Russian equipment to establish a secret channel with Moscow. The piece notes Kushner’s growing power, FBI focus, and Trump’s Twitter-driven troubles, while highlighting a separate controversy involving his sister.

Ashington D.C Jared Kushner Trump Kushner Moscow Russia White House West Wing Steve Bannon Bannon FBI Sergey Kislyak Vladimir Putin Barack Obama Kislyak U.S Robert Mueller James Comey Nicole Meyer Beijing Kushner Companies New Jersey United States

Letter endorses Gary Bunker for Aiken County Council Chair

Dr. Veldman urges support for Gary Bunker citing fiscal crisis, balanced budget reforms, and nonpartisan approach. He argues Bunker has detailed financial insight from his columns and can lead tax reassessment, essential services, and efficiency drives without harming county employees.

Gary Bunker Aiken County Gary John Veldman Aiken

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