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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 2003
Page
13
The Spartanburg Herald Journal argues SC cannot keep expanding prison populations while cutting budgets. Lawmakers face a $1 billion shortfall and must avoid treating corrections like other agencies. The prison system cannot control inmate numbers and must house them humanely.
Gov. Mark Sanford shifted from closed to open Cabinet sessions admitting past legalisms and fears. He argues openness builds public trust and helps resolve state problems and the budget crisis, as reported by The Myrtle Beach Sun News.
A Greenville ministers group representing more than 22,000 black Baptists urged an end to protests and urged healing in a county torn by a bitter controversy over a Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. They commend leaders for stepping forward as the community seeks to move past the divisive dispute and restore economic and social harmony at County Square.
Publisher Scott B Hunter saan and Jeffrey B Wallace lead advertising. Art Zappa serves as advertising director with Ellen Ellen as business manager. Timothy E O Briant oversees production with Phillip Yates as circulation director and Scot Newsom as managing editor.
A letter from Henry E. Holley argues deputies are scarce in Aiken County and criticizes morale and equipment. It endorses Jody Rowland for sheriff, citing Rowland’s 22 years in law enforcement, leadership roles, Academy and FBI training, and grant success that saved taxpayers money. The writer urges readers to vote March 25 and support Rowland.
A letter endorses Jody Rowland for sheriff, arguing education and leadership matter, urging voters to back Rowland March 25. Other letters discuss qualifications, integrity, and support for Mike Hunt. Local voices emphasize experience, communication, and public service in Aiken County’s sheriff race.
Aiken County resident praises Chief Deputy Jody Rowland and Lt. Martin Redd for rapid response to a house scam. The offender was caught near Columbia and the full amount paid back within three weeks. Supporters say Rowland could become the next sheriff and back him 100 percent.
A power pole and lines were knocked down on Rutland Drive causing a westbound lane closure and blackouts at the newspaper building. Public Safety and SCE&G crews worked through the outage. power returned around 7:15 PM after rapid rerouting and repairs.
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