Editorial: Lawmakers Fail On Texting Ban And School Ties
An editorial questions why the South Carolina General Assembly did not pass two driving related bills. One would criminalize texting while driving with a fine and license point loss. the other would suspend licenses for underage dropouts to boost graduation rates. The House-approved school attendance measure stalled in the Senate, prompting frustration at inaction on road safety and education.
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City plans input session on Tree Pruning Standards in Aiken
Aiken Planning Commission invites input on nonresidential tree pruning and maintenance standards at a June 15 session in Council Chambers 214 Park Ave S W. The meeting seeks feedback on whether updates are needed and invites written comments by July 2.
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Advertising executive credits at Aiken Standard listed
The text lists staff roles including Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Business Manager Terri Cheek Managing Editor Michael W. Gibbons and Advertising Letitia Jefferson with contact lines.
Abbreviated Letters Urge June 8 Primary Votes
Readers urge support for multiple candidates in the June 8 Republican primary. Endorsements include Neal Collins Jeff Duncan Nikki Haley Gresham Barrett Bill Taylor Bill Hixon and Robert Bolchoz with calls for experienced, principled leadership in South Carolina politics.
Voter letters push candidates in South Carolina race
Readers advocate for Eliz abeth Moffly Nikki Haley Dea Baldwin Vincent Sheheen and Jim Stewart in the South Carolina June 8 primary. Supporters urge education focus two party system financial oversight and legislative service.
Dea Baldwin for South Carolina House District 83
Select Baldwin urges voters in District 83 South Carolina to support Dea Baldwin in the Republican primary on June 8 2010. The seat being vacated by Don Smith, who retires after years of service, covers North Augusta Belvedere and Merriwether Edgefield County.
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Bill) Martin
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Letters to the Editor at Aiken Standard
Readers are invited to submit opinions on issues of concern. Letters should be 200 words or less and may be edited for length or clarity. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or via email at letters@aikenstandard.com or fax to 648-6052.
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Vote Taylor Regardless of Political Philosophy
A citizen announces support for Bill and urges voters to replace longtime federal state and local office holders, insisting party affiliation should not shield incumbents and calling for political change.
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