Horner Leaves Sumter for Space Command Role
Our View profiles Lt. Gen. Charles Horner known as Chuck in Sumter as he departs Shaw Air Force Base to become commander of the U S Space Command in Colorado. The article highlights his southern style, leadership, and wartime成功 as architect of Desert Storm air victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle America
Shaw Air Force Base
Sumter
South Carolina
Chuck
Charles Horner
9Th Air Force
Horner
Davenport
Iowa
Persian Gulf
U.S. Space Command
Colorado
Aiken Tipping To Trashy Side On Nature's Scale
Jerry Hayes, outdoor enthusiast and supervisor for the Bol on Group, argues for strong environmental protection in Dillon and Aiken Counties. He condemns trash from littering to illegal dumping, warns of widespread habitat loss due to clear cutting, and notes feral hogs as a managed but problematic population. He stresses hunters and conservationists must join to protect land, water, and wildlife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Hayes
Hayes
Bolon
Earth Sci
Dillon County
Nature
Aiken County
Savannah River
Georgia
Time To Get Serious About Crime Bill
A Washington Post opinion argues Congress should pass a gun control law. It cites high homicide rates in Washington and other cities, discusses the Brady Bill and licensing, and urges bipartisan action before adjournment. The piece critiques past delays and calls for licensed dealers and background checks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Center For Health Statistics
Washington, D.C
Los Angeles
Phoenix
Detroit
Jacksonville
New Orleans
Washington
Congress
House
Senate
Fie Salsties
John Chafee
D-R.i
C. Everett Koop
Chafee
Tsongas Presses Role as Democratic Kingmaker at Convention
Tsongas remains a pivotal figure in the race with 12 percent of delegates and potential to shape the platform. Negotiations with Clinton center on speaking time and endorsement, while Brown also holds leverage. If Clinton pivots to Tsongas, the Massachusetts Democrat could prevent a Bush Perot challenge and boost the party’s November prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Tsonga
White House
Bill Clinton
George Bush
Texas
Ross Perot
Tsongas
Jerry Brown
Clinton
New York
Ake
Massachusetts Democrat
Campais
Democratic National Platform Committee
Cerner
Brown
Perot
Florida
Israel
Bush
Stand Tall Valley Residents Call for Local Shopper Solidarity
Sadie Smith Langley urges Midland Valley shoppers to support nearby stores as K mart moves from Shultz Hill to North Augusta and Bi Lo closes Augusta Road. She cites long drives, crime fears, and aging residents on fixed incomes, calling locals to stand proud and vote with their wallets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K-mart
Shultz Hill
Augusta
Aiken
Augusta Road
Midland Valley
USA
Sadie Smith Langley
Aiken Standard Seeks Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer’s mailing address. Letters should be legible and preferably typewritten. Brief letters are preferred. all letters may be edited and condensed. Send to The Editor, Aiken Standard, Box 456, Aiken, D.C.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aiken Standard
Aiken, D.C
Unplanned Pregnancy Views Spark Harsh Debate
The letter condemns abortion supporters and their economic logic, arguing abortion is not a right and warning of a slippery slope toward devaluing vulnerable lives. It contrasts unplanned pregnancies with planned births and calls for responsible parenting and patience for infertile couples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irene Kuamek Setter
United States
Also Mentioned on This Page
Urner
Carl Langley
Pyre
Sen. C
Rudnick
America
Amanda
Wooten ‘Aiken
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!