Leakage from Hanford tank draws doubled down government stance
Readers dispute federal claim that leakage poses no immediate threat. The letter criticizes officials for downplaying risk and accuses the Obama administration of deception in Hanford Washington nuclear waste handling.
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Aiken Standard TalkBack column blasts political correctness
A reader defends Paula Deen and criticizes government spending on Obama Africa travel, arguing taxes and PC concerns go too far. The writer denounces DOJ funding cuts and church prayer limits while urging readers to call or email with comments to the Aiken Standard.
Correction to Captions Names Former North Augusta Principal
A correction notes that Todd Bornscheuer served as principal of North Augusta High School, not his previously reported title. The Aiken Standard invites readers to report factual errors to Melissa Hanna at 803 644 2364 or editorial email to set the record straight.
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Residents discuss Dougherty Road improvements in Aiken
Dozens attended drop-in sessions at the Knights of Columbus Hall as URS Consultants outline Dougherty Road Corridor Study proposals. Plans include widening to three lanes and extending several streets to improve access, with public input open through July 12 and materials online at cityofai kensc.gov.
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Recycled barn to boost Highfields PSJ show in July
A derelict Barn B at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds in Columbia is being saved from demolition and rebuilt at Highfields Event Center. PSJ owner Rick Cram orchestrates the move with Nancy Smith of the State Fair, adding 196 permanent and 168 portable stalls for the July 13 14 celebration. Coalitions include George Galvan Cooper Home and Stable and Beard's Landscaping handling teardown and hauling.
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AAA predicts dip in holiday traffic for Independence Day
AAA Carolinas estimates 471 300 South Carolinians will travel for the Independence Day holiday, down 2 percent from last year as higher gas prices and a shorter period trim trips. Aiken Public Safety urges planning, early departures and defensive driving to reduce drunk driving risks.
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