Ryberg Urges Regular Pay Plan To Retain State Workers
Sen Ryberg advocates keeping public employees on regular pay to retain talent, arguing private firms would not allow retirement with double pay. Aiken delegation urged to back regular pay, while employers predict a 3 percent raise this year. A letter defends American freedoms and flags while welcoming political change in South Carolina and defending the NAACP.
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Readers latch onto road plans and housing deals in Woodside area
In a pointed letter to The Aiken Standard, a reader questions the routing of construction traffic through Plantation South via Drayton Hall Drive toward a Woodside gate and notes an overlooked Woodside easement issue tied to annexation. The piece likens city finances to a wash over a Chesterfield Street home sale and questions a low income housing land purchase by Aiken Development Corp. The writer urges a public discussion and invites comments via Talkback.
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Two in Armed Robbery Sought at Beech Island Park
Aiken County Sheriff's Office continues to search for two black men linked to an armed robbery at Holly Hills mobile home park on 315 Marks Road Beech Island. One suspect wore blue jacket camouflaged pants a red bandana across his face. the other wore a white shirt camouflaged pants. No injuries reported. Call (800) 922aa y or Crime Stoppers at (866) 88-CRIME with tips for a up to $1000 reward.
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Scout earns Eagle with Carolina Bay bench project
Eagle Scout candidate Brian Hoepker 18 completed four new benches at Carolina Bay as his project inspired by a blue heron. Hoepker, a South African High School cross country runner and Troop 110 member, credited Scouts leaders Carl Jacobs and Kevin Stoner and Lowe’s for lumber discounts. He developed the idea after noticing a heron during practice runs and hopes future visitors enjoy the view.
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Columbia activist urges Corbett students to strive and act with integrity
At A L Corbett Middle School an assembly featured Columbia pastor and activist Redfern who urged students to practice and pursue excellence. He spoke of code or conscience, honesty and self-respect, and discipline, while principals Bass and Johnson praised the unity celebration tied to Black History Month. Star Sullivan praised the message and aimed to sing in church and school, noting courage as essential.
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Old Dibble Road Faces Wildlife and Fast Driving Tradeoffs
Residents along Old Dibble Road report abundant wildlife and heavy traffic as new estates rise near Cedar Creek and Montmorenci. Some favor slower speeds and safety measures while others praise the area’s scenery, serenity, and access to travelers, with property values climbing amid development.
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