Umpire’s Blunder Spurs Tigers Anger and Grace
Detroit Tigers pitcher Armando Galarraga carried a near perfect game until a blown call by umpire Jim Joyce in Detroit. Replays confirmed the mistake as Tigers win 3-0 but lose immortality. Joyce apologized, Galarraga accepted, showcasing rare sportsmanship.
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Aiken Standard Staff Roles and Contacts
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership and contact details including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa News Director Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Business Manager Terri Cheek Managing Editor Michael W. Gibbons Classified Advertising Manager Letitia Jefferson.
Dea Baldwin Seeks S C House District 83 Seat
Republican candidate Dea Baldwin from North Augusta announces her bid for South Carolina House District 83. She highlights education funding reform, public private partnerships, tax overhaul, transparency, and accountability, drawing on 15 years in public education and family values.
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Bill Taylor Support Declared by Local Shop Owners
Frank and Peggy Garvin of Aiken state they back Bill Taylor for S C State House District 86 after displaying his sign at Hardtail Custom Cycles. They note Taylor’s down to earth stance and his belief in a God given right to protect oneself evidenced by his concealed weapons permit.
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South Carolina GOP splits over reform and ballots
Letters to the editor flag Gov. Mark Sanford’s reforms as hindered by a hostile legislature. Gresham Barrett is urged as best suited to unite the party and advance conservative reform. Voters are asked to back Barrett in the June 8 primary to heal divisions and move the state forward. Additional letters praise Dr. Michael Vasovski’s libertarian-leaning GOP stance and urge support in the D C Third District race, while criticising Rep. Jim Stewart and endorsing Bill Taylor for District 86 in June 8 primaries.
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Bill Hixon for State House District 83 Promises Honest Vote
A lifelong Columbia resident promotes Bill Hixon for House District 83 pledging honesty and listening. Backed by supporters who praise his business background, tax conservatism, and focus on job creation, schools, and district prosperity ahead of the June 8 vote.
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Letters to the Editor Invitation from Aiken Standard
The notice invites readers to submit opinions on local issues. It lists mailing address Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 email letters aikenstandard.com and fax number 648-6052 for correspondence.
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