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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 2006
Page
15
A letter to the editor from Aiken Standard warns that portable music players like iPods can cause hearing damage. It notes that high volume with earphones over long periods may lead to hearing impairment and a generation of hard of hearing Americans if not used wisely.
A reader condemns a front page piece by Jimmy Massey as unpatriotic after praising WWII heroes. The letter argues the 9 11 attack justified patience and loyalty to the nation while praising veterans and criticizing coverage. A second writer urges reform of South Carolina divorce laws to reduce pain and unfair outcomes.
Publisher Scott B Hunter Editor Jeffrey B Wallace Advertising Director Arthur Zappa Business Manager Ellen Priest Internet Director Timothy O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson listed for Aiken Standard operations and contact roles.
The deal leverages AT&T's strong technology base and BellSouth's network to enable bundled services. Analysts say mergers and selective acquisitions helped AT&T regain prominence and may boost service offerings for BellSouth customers. The industry could see enhanced competition and broader packages.
The piece cites the state constitution and court rulings on public school funding and asks whether a minimally adequate education justifies investment. It quotes officials and ends with a personal reflection on children as the state’s future and asks for opinions on the investment required.
Aiken County Taxpayers Association rebuts claim that the Board of Education is its chief nemesis. It cites public schools serving 93 percent of students, 68 percent of property tax support, and a 52 percent tax revenue rise over seven years. The group invites volunteers to help report license tag violations and ensure fair tax contribution. Vicki L. Simons urges publicity of the association’s work.
South Carolina lawmakers debate budget priorities with a focus on repaying state trust funds. The House Republicans push spending caps while distinguishing true trust funds such as Barnwell, Superb, and Tire funds from reserve accounts like the insurance premium fund. Speaker Harrell proposes a committee to classify funds and reclassify nontrue trusts as reserves.
A brief public call for readers to weigh in on whether the state should reimburse funds, inviting letters to the editor at Aiken Standard, Box 456, Aiken, South Carolina 29802 or via email. The item emphasizes civic involvement and reader opinion on fiscal accountability.
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