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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 2002
Page
4
A compact reflective quote highlights Ellen Glasgow’s view that ideas cycle between antiquity and modern relevance. It emphasizes capturing fleeting thoughts as a link to reality and creative insight.
Education chief Inez Tenenbaum warns that South Carolina public schools lost over 178 million dollars in 2001 2002 due to budget reductions. Aiken County faces higher taxes to maintain services while districts cut staff and programs. The state must prevent further cuts and boost funding to restore levels and accountability without harming districts like Aiken Spartanburg York and Lexington.
The Allen Standard announces its core leadership team with Scott B. Hunter as Editor, Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director, Art Zappa Business Manager, Ellen C. Priest Managing Editor, Timothy E. O Briant Production Director, Phillip Yates Circulation Director, Deborah Dyches Systems Manager, J David Boyd Customer Service Manager, and Letitia Jefferson.
Nick Gillespie reviews prospect of a second longevity revolution driven by drugs mimicking calorie restriction, cloning, and nanotechnology. He cites Austad and Olshansky while noting ethical objections from Kass and Fukuyama. He reflects on his parents and his children in light of longer lifespans.
Citizens, leaders, media, churches, and educators are urged to weigh two questions. Should Aiken allow Sunday alcohol service and consumption? Should Aiken plan reservoir lakes and pumping stations to ease drought, protect crops, and provide wildfire water sources?
A reader argues against transferring weapons grade plutonium from Rocky Flats, Colorado to Savannah River Site, urging retention at Rocky Flats until security risks are addressed and General Order No 1 is respected. The letter questions Homeland Security involvement and the logistics of a 3000 mile move amid terrorism concerns.
The article questions Bush administration rhetoric linking dissenters to al Qaida and asks whether groups like Timothy McVeigh, the Ruby Ridge movement, or racist skinheads have such ties. It probes actions aimed at extremists and includes a clarification from Isob Smith in Aiken.
Margaret H. Fitch voices concern over Historic Preservation Committee decision affecting the McGhees Mile property. She argues for individual property rights, urges compromise, and cites personal impact and broader fears of government intrusion. She praises Phillip Merry for challenging the majority.
Nancy Gregory of Aiken applauds South Aiken High School for a well behaved graduation last month. She contrasts it with prior ceremonies and credits Mr Gassman for a quiet, orderly start to the program. She hopes Aiken High can match the smooth salute next year.
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