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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 2009
Page
11
Editorial argues for a new law making sexual relations between teachers and students 16 or older a felony. It cites instances of 27 educators with licenses revoked in three years and supports up to 10 years in prison for violators. It urges readers to contact the Aiken Standard Letters section.
An editor warns drivers that a brief distraction can cause a crash as a car drifts from looking away to collide with a turning vehicle. The incident leaves two cars heavily damaged but no serious injuries, stressing careful driving even in good weather and open windows.
Publisher Scott B. Hunter and Circulation Director Scot Newcom oversee operations at the Aiken Standard with email access listed for staff and readers. The note outlines roles and contact channels for the newspaper in South Carolina.
A columnist clarifies that South Carolina voters approved a 15 percent reassessment cap on growth in property value, not a blanket tax cap. The piece notes constitutional issues, calls for voter education, and cites Clemson university findings on unequal effects across property categories and income groups.
The South Carolina attorney general requests 2.3 million in the next budget to press the Catawba River water dispute with North Carolina. The case has cost 1.2 million so far, with a Washington law firm and hydrologists aiding the effort. Officials warn reduced funding risks tourism, industry, and water supply.
Scott Singer of Aiken County Council warns the $3.6 million cut from the sales tax diversion could hit EMS and law enforcement. He urges the General Assembly to honor local government funding and asks constituents to contact state officials.
The Aiken High School Band expresses gratitude to Applebee's for sponsoring their flapjack fundraiser held last weekend. Students enjoyed a delicious breakfast and look forward to future collaborations with the restaurant.
U N Secretary General Ban Ki moon urges President Obama to coordinate humanitarian aid for hundreds of millions in the developing world hit by the economic crisis. He seeks leadership and commitment to unlock large investments for green recovery and planet conservation.
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