Aiken Standard Staff and Leadership
The Aiken Standard lists its founding year 1867 and names key leaders including Publisher Rhonda Overbey Executive Editor Michael Smith and News Editor Holly Kemp. Thought of the Day reflects Albert Schweitzer’s call for personal responsibility in faith and morals.
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Holly Kemp
Albert Schweitzer
Aiken County Chooses Elevator Contractors For Library Repair
Aiken County Council voted to contract Carolina Elevator Co operative Inc to complete repairs on the Aiken County Public Library elevator, out of service since October amid prior vendor delays and ADA compliance concerns. The move follows community letters criticizing the previous contractor and aims to restore library access for seniors and disabled patrons.
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Aiken County Library
Chesterfield Street
Aiken
Aiken County Council
Aiken Library
Letters to the Editor Guidelines at Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters up to 500 words with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Include a brief headline and email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29801. Publication is discretionary and anonymous letters are not published.
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Gorsuch Confirmation Debate Echoes 1991 Thomas Hearings
Column by Star Parker arguing that Senate confirmation politics repeat past misuses of character attacks. Parker praises Judge Gorsuch for basing decisions on traditional interpretation and universal justice rather than political partisanship. She cites the Judiciary Act and biblical principles as the source of judicial integrity.
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Letter highlights pay gaps and dangers for state DOT workers
A reader praises DOT staff for flood and emergency work while noting 18 percent pay shortfall versus neighboring states. He recalls trio of workers killed on duty and urges legislative action. The letter also urges library modernization in Aiken and references council vote on elevator repairs.
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Tony Redmond
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