Aiken approves scaled back Murphy Oil plan for Richland Avenue
The Aiken City Council, after residents voiced concerns, approved a revised Murphy Oil convenience store plan on Richland Avenue. The new design reduces fueling positions, removes a car wash, relocates dumpsters, enhances landscaping, and better matches surrounding stores while meeting zoning allowances and addressing aesthetic worries.
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Aiken Standard Staff Contacts and Roles
Publisher Scott B. Hunter Executive Editor Timothy E O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Advertising Director Dee Taylor Managing Editor Michael W Gibbons Classified Advertising Manager Letitia Jefferson Delivery Manager Laura Tiedman This listing outlines the staff titles and contact designations at the Aiken Standard newspaper.
Truth versus ideology in the bin Laden raid response
Fox commentator Bill O'Reilly argues coerced interrogation played a crucial role in locating bin Laden, challenging liberals who deny its efficacy and urging presidential control over such methods for national security. He cites waterboarding of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed Abu Zubaydah and Rahim al Nashiri as pivotal, and condemns ideological denial while defending decisive action against terrorism.
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Readers clash over fair tax debate on Sundt column
Online comments on Jerrold Sundt’s May 5 guest piece volley about the fair tax. Readers dispute who pays, whether taxes rise, and how government revenue would be affected, citing federal and state versions, middle class impact, and political motives.
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Aiken County School Nurses Advocate for Students
Kathy Klein RN outlines the role of full time school nurses in Aiken County elementary, middle, and high schools. She notes caring for medically fragile students, immunization checks, health screenings, flu vaccines, and student health education while inviting staff and parents to consult today.
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Democrats Oppose Oil, Immigration, and Unions Across States
Statement by Marshall Phillips from Aiken asserts Democratic policies harm oil states by blocking drilling in Louisiana Alaska and Texas. It also claims immigration and union actions threaten budgets and public safety while criticizing federal aid and presidential leadership.
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Sand River Headwaters project filmed in Aiken parkways
The Sand River Headwaters Green Infrastructure segment filmed in Aiken parkways highlights gains from the project while noting Park Avenue parkways cannot be used as before. The writer urges officials to restore Park Avenue parkways to their original condition.
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