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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 05, 2019
Page
3
Aiken Standard presents Thought of the Day by the editorial staff. Publisher Rhonda Overbey and editors Michael Harris and Holly Kemp oversee coverage and style in this 19th century founded paper founded in 1867.
Aiken residents enjoyed a busy weekend with Kiwanis tricycle race at Odell Weeks center, Kite Festival at Generations Park, Woolstock at Citizens Park, and Relay For Life at USC Aiken. Ongoing Charity Horse Show at Bruce's Field highlighted local greenspaces and outdoor resources for all ages.
Columnist argues democracy is in peril after twenty years of Trump governance. He notes polarization, failed unity, and erosion of rule of law while urging Trump to pivot and lawmakers to cooperate. He emphasizes the need for leadership that unites all Americans and preserves a republic.
Letter writers urge keeping the Aiken Hospital intact, arguing its historic value warrants exploring salvage and adaptive reuse. They cite regional projects converting abandoned facilities into housing and stress long term financial and cultural benefits over quick demolition.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer’s address and daytime phone for verification. Limit under 500 words, may be edited for length and taste. No pen names or anonymous letters. include a brief headline and email to letters at aikenstandard com or mail to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29801. publication discretionary.
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