Editorial Super spring for S. Aiken athletics
South Aiken High School athletics dominate spring with baseball soccer golf track and tennis teams competing for state titles. Girls soccer advances to AAA state title game in Columbia. boys soccer seeks Lower State title at Brookland Cayce. baseball in regional tournament. golf at state championship. track and tennis show strong finishes.
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Vote Against County School Bond Referendum May 25
A letter argues the Aiken County School Board seeks a 236 million bond to build and repair six schools. It notes high teacher satisfaction, lack of bond language on the site, near doubling of taxes for businesses, and urges voters to oppose the May 25 referendum.
Aiken Standard Staff and Contacts
The Aiken Standard lists its leadership team and contact details including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa News Director Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Business Manager Terri Cheek and Managing Editor Michael W. Gibbons with their emails and roles.
North Augusta Aiken County school bond proposal debated
The letter argues against a $236 million bond for six new schools in Aiken County. It favors using 1 percent sales tax revenue to fund one school at a time, reducing debt and oversight challenges. The writer urges voting no on May 25 and criticizes federal education policy and promises from the referendum.
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Long Overdue School Bond Referendum Support
A letter urges voting for the school bond to replace and refurbish decrepit overcrowded schools. The writer argues local control, local tax dollars, and modernization are vital for economic viability and community strength.
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Vote Yes for North Augusta High School Upgrade
A North Augusta community advocates a May 25 vote to replace the run-down overcrowded high school with safer newer facilities. The goal is to improve education quality, space for teaching, and overall quality of life for residents in North Augusta and Aiken County.
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Vote on bond referendum mirrors money and expansion concerns
A South Carolina reader argues the Aiken County School Board uses taxpayer funds for a facilities push rather than helping students. The letter questions priorities, power, and the impact of tax increases on public education and facilities.
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Education legacy orients Graniteville area vote
A resident recounts William Gregg and Graniteville Academy’s impact from 1847 to 1921 and argues for renovating Leavelle McCampbell Middle School. He cites safety, aging facilities, and the need for modern tech to prepare students for jobs at Bridgestone and MTA Detroit Diesel.
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