Editorial: School cuts require care in Aiken County
The Aiken County Board of Education may trim programs like the International Baccalaureate and elementary Spanish due to state budget cuts. The piece argues the General Assembly bears responsibility for the educational downturn, urging careful consideration to avoid layoffs and school closures amid crisis.
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Aiken County
North Augusta
General Assembly
Aiken School Board
Aiken Standard Staff and Editorial Team Listing
A listing shows Scott B. Hunter as publisher and Jeffrey B. Wallace as editor with key staff including advertising director Art Zappa business manager Ellen C. Priest circulation director Phillip Yates and customer service manager Letitia Jefferson.
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Scott B. Hunter
Jeffrey B. Wallace
Democrats Won't Suspend Primaries Amid War Forecasts
Amid looming Iraq conflict, Democratic contenders brace for no pause in nominating process. Critics warn early criticism could backfire, while Kerry's team predicts limited critique of Bush then renewed observations post 9/11. Republicans and Democrats debate strategy, terrorism, and North Korea policy.
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Iraq
Bush
John Kerry
Jim Jordan
Los Angeles Times
Democratic National Committee
Terry McAuliffe
The
Democrats
Democratic Party
Iran
Sen
Bob Graham
al-Qaida
Khalid Shaikh Mohammed
Mustafa ‘Ahmed al-Hawsawi
United States
North Korea
Kim 1l Jong
Saddam Hussein
Bill Clinton
Clinton
Teddy Roosevelt
White House
Jody Rowland Seen as Strong Sheriff Candidate in Aiken County
A supporter touts Jody Rowland for sheriff citing moral character, Bachelors and Masters in criminal justice, and broad county experience from Road Deputy to Chief Deputy. The endorsement notes his interim leadership, open policies, and focus on more officers on streets.
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Aiken County
Jody Rowland
South Carolina
Tam
Rowland
Mike Hunt for Sheriff in Aiken County
Letter of support for Republican candidate Mike Hunt cites his character as a Public Safety officer and leader. The writer, a longtime acquaintance, praises his respect for the team and county and his plan to improve law enforcement. Vote noted for March 25.
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Mike Hunt
Aiken County
Mike
Thomas Adams a life of work and family remembered
Thomas Adams of Allendale and later Aiken County lived a hard but productive life from birth in 1912. He endured a rough Depression era labor camp experience, raised a large family with Leona Green and later Willie Eva Myers, built homes and roads with his own hands, worked for Graniteville Company, and remained devoted to work and helping others until his death, leaving a legacy of honesty, integrity, and dedication.
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Thomas Adams
Mareh
Allendale County
Savannah
Aiken County
Leona Green
Thomas
Barney Johnson
Adams Road
Aiken
Graniteville Company
Leona
Rosa Lee
Willie Eva Myers
Graniteville ‘Company
Real
Charlie
Collins
Gracie
Jerry
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