Aiken Standard Leadership and Thought of the Day
The Aiken Standard notes its founding in 1867 and lists key staff names including Publisher Rhonda Overby Executive Editor Michael Smith and News Editor Holly Kemp. The issue includes a Thought of the Day attributed to Baltasar Gracian about the art of asking.
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Rhonda Overbey
Michael Smith
Holly Kemp
Editorial urges new revenue not tax increases for Aiken County
The piece praises holding line on taxes but warns sustaining it is unsustainable. It cites a $186.8 million budget with a $2 million deficit and notes options include debt service shifts and reserves. It advocates external revenue like grants and impact fees, warns against deep reserves, mentions the Riverside Village TIF effect, and calls for careful June 20 council review.
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Aiken County
University Parkway
Rhode Island
Riverside Village
Hammond’s Ferry
Project Jackson
North Augusta
Aiken Letters to the Editor Discuss Local Change and Parking
Jacob Ellis writes from Aiken praising historic downtown charm while criticizing modern changes such as underground power lines, The Alley upgrade, and a parking garage. He urges funding shops instead of public projects and questions future developments in the city.
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Aiken
Laurens Street
Morgan Circle
Trump’s outsider stance shapes interpretation of Comey talks
Columnist Carl Golden reviews how President Trump’s blunt style challenges Washington norms and fuels debate over his dealings with James Comey. The piece contrasts perceived intent with legal implications, noting supporters blame media missteps and critics cite obstruction of justice while highlighting Comey’s testimony aims.
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FBI
James Comey
Washington
Trump
Washington, D.C
America
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Paris
Pittsburgh
Comey
Michael Flynn
Flynn
Senate Intelligence Committee
Loretta Lynch
Letters to the Editor Guidance from Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters up to 500 words with the writer’s address and daytime telephone number for verification. Include a brief headline. Publication is discretionary and letters linked to organized campaigns will not be published. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or send to P O Box 456, Aiken SC 29801.
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Know How They Voted Track Votes on GovTrack Site
GovTrack hosts a voting record page showing how U.S. House and Senate members cast ballots. Access via the provided bit.ly link to view individual roll call details and rollup summaries.
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