Staton for State Superintendent in South Carolina
The editorial endorses Bob Staton as the best Republican nominee for state superintendent of education, arguing he supports public education with a business model and fiscal conservatism. It warns against Karen Floyd, who backs tuition tax credits and vouchers, and criticizes SCRG for pressuring lawmakers.
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Bob Staton
Karen Floyd
Spartanburg
Mark Sanford
U.S
Lindsey Graham
Jim DeMint
Floyd
Staton
Gov. Sanford
SCRG
State Department of Education
Letter praising Skipper Perry’s service and campaigning
Greta Mason of Aiken writes in support of Skipper Perry, praising his 30 years of community service and criticizing political attacks. She notes his THF action and a bill to fix TIF loopholes, urging readers to vote for him on June 13. She cites her long acquaintance and asks others to back his candidacy.
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Skipper Perry
Skipper
House
Greta Mason
Aiken
Advertising Director and Production Leaders Named at Aiken Standard
Arthur Zappa is listed as Advertising Director and Phillip Yates as Production Director at Aiken Standard, with web references noted for both roles.
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Arthur
Zappa ‘Azappa
Aikenstandard.com
Phillip Yates Pyates
Sheriff of the Year honors reflect agency goals and ongoing enforcement
The S C Sheriff's Association named the sheriff Sheriff of the Year. He says the award honors the entire office, validates the plan set by command staff, and signals continued focus on growth and drug enforcement while addressing community complaints.
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S.C. Sheriff's Association
Sherif
Department
Vote on June 13 to reelect Charles Barton to County Council District 6
The letter urges voters to support Charles Barton over opponent Joe Randall. Barton is praised for perfect attendance at four years of meetings and committee work, while Randall is criticized for missing multiple meetings. The note emphasizes dedication, public service, and community involvement as reasons to vote Barton another four years.
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Charles Barton
Charles
Joe Randall
Randal
Butch and
Denise McGee Aiken
Kick out the good ole boys in Aiken
A local resident urges change in town leadership, saying the old guard must be replaced. The writer, living in Aiken for four decades, accuses politicians of undue influence and endorses citizens taking control of tax money by choosing whom to send to represent them. The note singles Skipper Perry as a starting point for removal, arguing it is time to end familiar political networks.
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Skipper Perry
Sen
Lindsey Graham
Aiken
Pol Cians
Perry
Taxpayers Forum Declared Successful in Aiken County Race
The Aiken County Taxpayers Association hosted a Taxpayers Forum for all South Carolina House candidates. Ray notes press balance gaps, lists six races, six incumbents, three challengers, and twelve questions with all answers provided by challengers.
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Aiken County Taxpayers Association
Aiken County
South Carolina
House of Representatives
Taxpayers Association
S.C
Ray ‘Aiken
Barton seeks District 6 seat in Aiken County
A 14 year old supporter urges voters in Aiken County District 6 to elect Charles T Barton to the County Council. He is described as honest, hardworking and dedicated to Graniteville, aiming to prevent the town from becoming a ghost town. Voting is urged for June 13.
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Aikens County
Charles T. Barton
Graniteville
Tam
Aiken County
Perry deserves another term for support of disabled
Lawmakers praise Rep. Skipper Perry for aiding people with disabilities and aging caregivers. The 81st District rep backed legislation allowing more individuals to live in Tri-Development Center houses, relieving caregivers while preserving involvement in family life. Perry has been named Legislator of the Year by the South Carolina Human Service Providers Association for two consecutive years.
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Rep
Perry
Tri-Development Center
Sertoma Club
Rep. Perry
Sam
Skipper Perry
House District 81
S.C. Human Service Providers Association
Vote for Staton for Superintendent of Education
Reader endorses Bob Staton over Karen Floyd citing support for public schools and opposition to private-school funding. Mentions Staton’s 2002 2005 Education Oversight leadership, honors, and belief in keeping parents out of control. criticizes Floyd’s backers and incentive pay for teachers.
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Aiken Standard
Karen Floyd
Bob Staton
House
Floyd
Vote for Joel Randall Dist 6 in Republican Primary
Mery Davis of Graniteville endorses Joel Randall, praising his high ethics, listening stance, and willingness to rethink positions. Randall, who served District 6 for 12 years, supported the Aiken County industrial park, creating jobs. Davis recalls respectful, constructive exchanges and urges voters to back Randall next Tuesday.
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Joel Randall
Joe Randall
District 6
Aiken County
Mr. Randall
Distret 6
Mery Davis
Graniteville
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