Beginning of the end for Saddam as war begins
Editorial argues the invasion of Iraq marks the start of removing Saddam Hussein from power and freeing the Iraqi people from his regime. It recalls his repression and alleged crimes, asserts the war protects Americans from potential mass destruction, and wishes troops and Iraqis safety and eventual improved lives.
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Baghdad
Iraq
United States
Saddam Hussein
Saddam
America
United Nations
March Madness and Academic Scandal Tarnishes College Sports
The Observer-Dispatch notes a wave of college scandals eroding the academic mission. Academically ineligible athletes, fake grades, misuse of a telephone card, and ethically questionable coaching hires are cited, including St Bonaventure admitting a basketball player with a welding degree and the loss of a university president.
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St. Bonaventure
Utica
N.Y
Observer-Dispatch
Aiken Standard Staff Roster Listed
The Aiken Standard names Scott B. Hunter as Publisher and Jeffrey B. Wallace as Editor along with key department heads Art Zappa Ellen Priest Timothy E. O Briant Phillip Yates Scot Newcom J. David Boyd and Letitia Jefferson in a formal staff credit.
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Art Zappa
Ellen
Priest
Timothy E. O'Briant
Phillip Yates
Letters in support of Sheriff candidate Hunt
A letter endorses Mike Hunt for Aiken County sheriff citing more than 20 years in law enforcement and service on the U S Attorney's Office Anti-Terrorism Task Force. It highlights his budget and personnel skills in the Aiken Department of Public Safety and his school violence proposals. Readers urged to vote for Hunt as the experienced qualified candidate.
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Aiken County
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Sheriff's Department
Aiken
Mary Beth
Peter Seaha Aiken
Jody Rowland
Aiken Department of Public Works
Aiken High School Rotc
South Aiken High
Aiken Jaycees
Aiken Bicycle Club
Aiken Belvedere Radio Club
Steve Grant
Screenprint Factory
Hunt most qualified for sheriff position in Aiken forum
Lt. Mike Hunt of the Aiken Department of Public Safety impressed attendees at a Tuesday forum at Bobby's BBQ. The endorsement of community leaders like Carrol Busbee and Mark Key signals broad support for Hunt, who pledges a no nonsense, budget conscious approach to sheriff duties. Connie C. Bryant North Augusta
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Aiken
Department of Public Safety
Lt Hunt
Lt. Hunt
Aiken County
Carrol Busbee
Don Sprawls
Martin Posey
Mark Key
Aiken County Fire Chiefs Association
Connie C. Bryant
North Augusta
Hunt’s lack of qualification cited in county race
A letter to the editor accuses candidate Hunt of unpreparedness for the sheriff role pointing to a plan to use retired Aiken Police Chief Carrol Busbee for six months. The piece says Hunt would require on the job training, contrasts his claims of managing a $6 million budget and 143 personnel, and endorses Jody Rowland as more qualified.
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Mike Hunt
Aiken
Carrol Busbee
Hunt
Aiken County
Jody Rowland
Chris Guerrieri
North Augusta
Vote Ad Backing Jody Rowland For Aiken Sheriff
A resident urges support for Jody Rowland in the Aiken County sheriff race. He cites Rowland’s 10 hour shifts to boost street presence, open office accessibility, and reliance on grants when funding lagged, while noting the need for more deputies funded by County Council. The message contrasts Rowland with Sheriff Sellers on staffing and response times.
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Aiken County
Sellers
Jody Rowland
County Council
Sheriff's Department
Captain Rowland
Sheriff Rowland
Vote for Michael Hunt for Aiken County Sheriff
Longtime resident endorses Michael Hunt for the next Aiken County sheriff. The author urges fellow citizens to vote for Hunt, citing decades of residency and commitment to all who live in or pass through Aiken County.
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Marenzo
Zanis
Aiken County
Aiken
Michael Hunt
Joe B. Babb
Jody Rowland for Aiken County Sheriff Appeal
A supporter writes Jody Rowland is the only candidate with experience planning and managing a six million dollar budget and a team of over 140. he holds a master’s in criminal justice and FBI Academy graduation, arguing he is best qualified for sheriff.
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Jody Rowland
Aiken County
Aiken Running Club thanks community for road race aid
In a letter, the Aiken Running Club credits broad community support for the Triple Crown Road Races. Club president Charles McKee and co-director Dean Godwin led events including Tot Trot and 10 mile races with help from Kim Coleman, Jason Burke, and many volunteers across city departments, schools, and local businesses. Proceeds benefit area high school programs.
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Aiken
Charles McKee
Dean Godwin
Kim Coleman
Jason Burke
Aiken Parks and Recreation Department
Odella
Letters to the Editor policy at The Aiken Standard
Brief policy outlining submission rules for letters to the editor including required signature mailing address daytime home phone numbers for verification. limit of one letter every 30 days. letters subject to editing. send to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 swallace at aikenstandard dot com. fax 803 648 6052.
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