HPV vaccination debate sparks freedom of choice concerns
The editorial condemns mandatory HPV vaccine as an overreach arguing it infringes parental rights and freedoms of choice. It draws a parallel to smoking bans and questions what limits may come when protecting public health.
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Public noise concerns in Aiken spark debate over discretion and development
Residents push back on a new noise code citing officer discretion and frequent loud music incidents. They warn new projects like a grocery store could trigger broader changes, including more fast food and payday lenders, while calling for stricter enforcement and fines.
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Immoral People in Every Community Note on TV Predators
A reader criticizes sensational “sexual predator” programs noting many accused are married with children and questions the portrayal of gay men as family value threats, urging readers to reconsider stereotypes.
Letter to the editor vents on smoking taxes and drinking
A reader praises results on smoker taxation and urges the paper to address alcohol related driving risks. The writer thanks Lewis Collins for a prior letter and asks the Aiken Standard to publish more on drinking and driving.
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Horses Stir Aiken's Economy Yet Readership Grim
Local readers are urged to recognize the horses' role in Aiken's economy amid fatigue from constant horse coverage. The writer notes many residents want more focus on broader local and global issues and seeks a section without horses or a different paper.
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Letter to editor argues against helping illegal immigrants
The writer claims Christians aiding illegals should face jail and questions where Christians were during Ellis Island admissions. They urge local action against immigration, oppose higher taxes, defend local services, and criticize media for attacking Anne Coulter while lamenting presumed loss of freedom.
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WalMart expands affordable drug options for shoppers
WalMart offers a $4 generic drug list to help customers manage costs, while questions linger about government action. The retailer emphasizes helping people access lower priced medicines amid policy debates.
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Public School Lunch Menus for Aiken Edgefield Counties
Week of March 12 16 menus list daily offerings for Aiken and Edgefield Counties with options across breakfast and lunch including cereals juices milk and daily specials. Bold lines indicate middle and high school choices with salads bars and varied entrees such as pizza burgers nachos and sloppy joe across days.
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