Aiken Standard Leadership and Founding Era
The Aiken Standard traces its origins to 1867 with key staff including Publisher Ellen Priest and Executive Editor Michael Smith. Holly Ellington serves as News Editor as the paper reflects on history and commentary.
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Haley argues against moving Gitmo detainees to U S shores
Gov. Nikki Haley testifies before the House subcommittee opposing the Obama plan to close Guantanamo and relocate detainees to the Charleston area. She warns tourism and security risks, cites Charlestons past hate tragedy, and offers alternatives to fund balancing the federal budget.
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Aiken Standard Calls for Signed Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Letters must be under 500 words and may be edited for length clarity libel and taste. Pen names are not allowed and anonymous letters will not be published. Publication is discretionary.
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County Council Faces Budgetary Predicament for 2016-17
Aiken County confronts a roughly $3 million revenue-expenditure gap in the Fiscal Year 2016-17 budget process. Current year results show a $4 million potential surplus, driven by $63.4 million in revenues against $59 million in expenditures, but next year hinges on the loss of one-time $4.7 million non recurring funds and vacancies. Council weighs tax and fee options, fund balance use, and long term vacancy cuts while aiming for a balanced June budget.
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Clinton Warren ticket remains plausible in Democratic race
Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson analyzes how Elizabeth Warren as Hillary Clinton’s running mate could shore up the Democratic base and address vulnerabilities in a Clinton Clinton versus Trump general election, noting Warren’s Wall Street stance and Wall Street reform pedigree.
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