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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 27, 2020
Page
9
The Aiken Standard traces its 1867 founding and lists current leaders Publisher Rhonda Overby Executive Editor John Boyette News Editor Holly Kemp. The paper notes a Thought of the Day attributed to Chuang-Tzu.
The pandemic accelerates a retail shift away from national anchors toward smaller stores and experiences. Analysts see store closures, disrupted supply chains, and a push to cashless, contactless commerce, with some hope for CRE correction and new local opportunities in Charleston.
Columnist argues Americans are more divided than during crises like 9/11. He says politics, not science, drives the split over coronavirus responses and impeachment fallout. The piece calls for leaders and citizens to pull together, invoking Shakespeare and the slogan One nation Indivisible.
A letter from ED Shippey of Aiken argues for public release of infection victims and exposure details to assess risk. He questions privacy norms, criticizes contact tracing plans, and suggests newspaper reporting could better inform residents about who is affected and potential proximity to them.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer’s address and daytime phone for verification. Letters must be under 500 words, may be edited for length and taste, and should include a brief headline. Anonymous or organized campaign letters will not be published.
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