Southside traffic nightmare prompts calls for eminent domain
A reader argues the Southside s traffic chaos worsens with new development and annexations. They urge using eminent domain to acquire land for a road through Hitchcock Woods and suggest concentrating development on the Northside near I 20 as a solution.
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Being Cynical Not a Crime Says Jon Stewart
A reader argues cynicism is not a crime and says ban on Jon Stewart would be unjust. The writer urges politicians to end puppet-like ties to religious extremists and ensure fair treatment for all societal segments.
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Jon Stewart
Three branches of government set up to balance power
A reader argues for equality among branches and criticizes power concentration. The note shifts to advocating smoking at Citizens Field during youth games, claiming it highlights health concerns and endorses smoking in such venues.
Schofield Middle School Teacher Killed in Crosland Park Fire
Dana Elizabeth Davis a 55 year old Schofield Middle School teacher was found stabbed to death in her burning Crosland Park home. Aiken Public Safety continues the investigation with no suspects named and no forced entry detected. Davis's daughter Christina Morris was detained at the scene on an unrelated charge.
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Aiken Public Safety
Dana Elizabeth Davis
Hahn Ave
Crosland Park
Wendell Hall
Davis
Christina E. Morris
Residents debate U S foreign policy at Great Decisions discussion
About 20 residents met at the Aiken County Library to discuss Central Asia and U S policy amid oil interests. Debates covered diplomacy energy independence and human rights with emphasis on Russia China and regional stability.
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Aiken County
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Dick Dewar
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China
Sheryl Phillips
Dewar
Phillips
Mexico
Middle East
Aiken Open Land Trust highlights land conservation at spring show
The Aiken County Open Land Trust hosted a branch at the Aiken Spring Classic Horse Shows to raise awareness of land protection and its link to the equine industry. Dick Smith and other speakers promoted conservation while art displays by Sanda Ihrington Tucker and George Edward Buggs impressed attendees. David Scott of SREL discussed watershed protection and habitat preservation alongside ACOLT's water protection group. Grand Prix designer Michel Vaincourt led a course walk for spectators.
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Aiken County
ACOLT
Sanda Ihrington Tucker
George Edward Buggs
Sevannah River Ecological Laboratory
David Scott
SREL
Scot
Michel Vailancourt
Aiken Christian students win Project Citizen contest
Aiken Christian School seniors proposed traffic improvements for Silver Bluff and Dougherty Roads after surveys and talks with officials. They recommended widening Silver Bluff and Dougherty Road, and consulted city engineers. The group earned first place in the South Carolina Bar Association contest, with praise from staffer Cynthia Cothran and Yount.
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Peter Soule
Chime Bell Church Road
Anderson Pond Road
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Larry Moris
City of Aiken
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Lauren Stephens
Aiken Christan
Cothran
Kken Christian School
Far Left
Jordan Ridley
Austin Scott
Amanda Blaylock
Tim Yount
Christian Judy
Everett Crossner
Marshall Olson
William Kabakjian
Josh Fajardo
David Matheny
Jonathan Matheny
Heather Wilson
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