Editorial: Make energy a US priority
The piece argues gasoline costs will rise and calls for decisive action to achieve energy independence. It criticizes past governments for inaction since the 1970s embargo, urges reduced oil dependence, faster shifts to nuclear and smaller cars, and a wartime level of commitment to energy policy.
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Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
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Editor notes Dr Mathis departs Aiken for Saluda County post
The Aiken County Public Schools announce Dr David Mathis, in his two years as superintendent here, will leave at year end for Saluda County Schools starting July 1. He has 30 years in public education including administrative roles in Aiken and surrounding counties. He was a finalist for other superintendencies and will leave after aiding Beth Everitt in her start.
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Bailey Exits as Standard City Business Manager
Stephen A Bailey resigns from the role of business manager at the Standard City paper effective immediately. Michael W Gibbons remains managing editor guiding editorial operations and strategy.
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Cross Prayers on Good Friday and Jesus' Mission
A devotional look at the seven sayings from the cross with three prayers to God. It interprets Father forgive them, My God why hast thou forsaken me, and Father into thy hands commit my spirit as central to the Gospel and Easter hope.
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Leaders vow decisive action to calm markets
President Bush warns he will act decisively to restore order in financial markets. New York Governor David Paterson, newly sworn in, says the state will work together moving forward.
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Community lauds emergency response after tornado disaster
A letter praises Sheriff Hunt for declaring a state of emergency and curfew, commends county council for funding resources, and thanks volunteers and city workers in Aiken for relief efforts in affected Valley areas. It notes power outages and the rapid arrival of a shower vehicle and a Red Cross hot food vehicle.
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South Carolina Gov ernment Criticized by Pew Study
The Pew Center on the States rates South Carolina an overall B minus while pointing to weaknesses in government structure. It praises data production but says lawmakers ignore objective rankings when approving capital projects, urging reform. The Capital Budgeting Unit compiles project data that could guide decisions. The Herald Journal notes the finding as evidence for reform.
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Pew Center
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