Public figures clash over budgets and social issues in SC
U S Senator Fritz Hollings pushes to exclude Social Security Trust Fund money from federal budget math. UNC Charlotte professor David Wartgen says SC DOT leads in road dollar mileage. Rep Lindsey Graham opposes gold mining in Anderson County watershed. Wagoner mayor Bill Bodie notes growth spur. Governor Beasley signs law banning same sex marriage. Local sign theft chafes with Jim Vause. Cumberland Village retirement center touted by Ginger Tunison. Tax terminology noted as municipal buzzwords. County resident John Longshore criticizes annexation. Senate Moore says Judicial Merit Selection Commission reform could pass soon.
Aiken Standard Contact and Delivery Details
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Dr. James R. Barham Retires as Esteemed Pediatrician
A letter from May 11 thanks Dr. James R. Barham for 28 years of pediatric care across three generations. Messages from families note his skill, dedication, and impact from birth through childhood, including support to local athletes and coaches in Aiken County.
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Pe Barham
Tonya A. Adams
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Aiken High
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James) Barham
Sheran
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Decatur
Pennsylvania
Red Cross
Grace Methodist
Grace Methodist Church
North Augusta
Letters to the Editor welcomes reader input and details
The Aiken Standard invites concise letters with the writer’s signature mailing address and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, P. O. Box 456, Aiken, S C 29802.
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Transportation chief defends ValuJet amid safety debate
U S Transportation Secretary Federico Pena says ValuJet is safe after the Everglades crash. Mary Fackler Schiavo of Transportation questions airline inspections and FAA oversight. The remarks intensify scrutiny of FAA training, safety audits, and inspector scrutiny.
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U.S
Federico Pena
Everglades
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Newsweek
Mary Fackler Schiavo
Right Intentions Go Wrong With Managed Care
An editorial argues that managed health care plans aim to reduce costs but risk breaking trust with patients. It notes fear for the elderly and children, inconvenience, and the need for familiar providers. The piece calls for public pressure on Congress in an election year.
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Legislator Warns Secrecy Shields Polluting Firms
The South Carolina Senate backed a bill allowing firms to hide environmental incidents unless laws are broken. Critics say residents near spills would be barred from knowing or acting, while supporters claim the measure aids good deeds. Senator Verne Smith argues against coverups.
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South Carolina
Governor Seeks Cabinet Control of the DOT
The Sun notes South Carolina collects 844 million in fuel and highway taxes with 270 million for road projects and 210 million in federal funds returned for highways. It argues the governor should control the DOT by placing it in his cabinet to ensure accountability and efficiency, despite current independent status and legislative protections.
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