Editorial Let the people of GVW speak on incorporation
The Aiken Standard invites Letters to the Editor on GVW incorporation as Graniteville Vaucluse Warrenville residents weigh becoming a single independent city. A GVW city would rank third in size in the county and would affect Aiken’s western expansion and border with the new municipality.
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Aiken Celebrated for Community and Colorful City Life
Editor reflects on why Aiken remains special citing a Friday sighting of horse drawn carriages on Bee Lane and Park Avenue as proof of the city’s magnetic pull. The piece praises local residents who work and play together and notes the town’s welcoming, collaborative spirit.
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Aiken Standard Staff Directory Details Contacts
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership and contact roles including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest News Director Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson with associated emails.
Aiken Mayor Outlines Foundational City Goals and Growth
The mayor reviews six foundational goals for Aiken including public safety, financial health, clear communication, revenue neutral taxes, service delivery, and cost recovery through user fees. He highlights accreditation in police, high ISO rating for fire, a traffic safety award, and a gang task force, with strong finances and ongoing infill growth and North Side Revitalization progress.
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Beloved Fred Greene Remembered by Family and Friends
A letter from Linda and Sam Hunley and family of Aiken honors dentist Fred Greene praising his warmth humor and memories in the dental chair. They extend heartfelt sympathy to his family and staff noting he was irreplaceable. Peter Kosko endorses biodiesel investment in Aiken County urging local support and growth in alternative fuels.
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Letters to the Editor Debate on Illegal Immigration Civil Law
A reader argues criminal illegal entry should be handled as a criminal matter, not civil, urging enforcement of existing laws and a streamlined immigration process. The letter discusses hire enforcement, border controls, guest worker debates, and protecting national identity.
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Opinion Letters to the Editor Addressed to Aiken Standard
Readers are invited to send brief opinions about local issues, up to 200 words. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length. Mail to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or email letters@aikenstandard.com or fax 648 6052.
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Peeler to Discuss Changes to State Workers Compensation Laws
Senator Harvey Peeler will outline proposed reforms to South Carolina Workers' Compensation laws in a public discussion tomorrow. He will address cost concerns, coverage gaps, and employer impact.
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