Aiken Standard Founding Details and Editorial Leadership
The Aiken Standard traces its 1867 founding with RHONDA OVERBEY as Publisher, MICHAEL SMITH serving as Executive Editor, and HOLLY KEMP as News Editor. The paper continues to present local news, community notices, and regional reporting from Aiken and surrounding areas.
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Rhonda Overbey
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Holly Kemp
Thought of the Day Quote About Grandmothers
A Lois Wyse quote notes a mother becomes a true grandmother when she stops dwelling on her children's faults and becomes enchanted by her grandchildren's wonderful deeds. The line reflects affection and a shift in perspective toward family joy.
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Lois Wyse
Aiken backs sharrow plan to expand bike lanes
The Aiken Planning Commission unanimously recommended funding sharrows on Park and Hampton avenues linking downtown to USC Aiken. Cost is about 101000 with 80 percent federal funds and 20 percent city CPST funds. Residents cite safety benefits and minimal parking impact while speeding concerns persist at Hayne and Park avenues.
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Aiken Bicycle Pedestrian Task Force
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Rudy Mason Parkway
Planning Commission
Tax bill potholes South Carolina roads and wallets
A columnist rails against a new South Carolina tax package raising gas taxes by 12 cents total and expanding credits. He critiques half price college, earned income tax credits, and vehicle maintenance credits, calling the reform RINO and urging SCDOT under the governor for accountability while arguing lasting road fixes require real structural changes.
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Ergo Rino
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Half-price College
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Letter writers discuss ACA impacts and Aiken County chair race
A reader argues for universal medical care and criticizes ACA repeal efforts. The letter supports Andrew Siders for Aiken County Chair, praising his business ties and military background, and endorses his candidacy over Gary Bunker, citing leadership and economic rapport with companies.
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