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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 31, 2017
Page
13
The Aiken Standard lists Rhonda Overbey as publisher Michael Smith as executive editor and Holly Kemp as news editor. A Thought of the Day quotes Fred Allen born on this date.
Lawmakers advocate federal grant program to help departments buy body cameras and cover setup costs, citing reduced complaints and use of force. The measure would build on a 2016 program that funded over 100 agencies in 32 states and follows North Carolina and South Carolina moves toward mandatory or mandated practice.
The piece defends Robert E. Lee’s legacy on Memorial Day, contends modern removals erase history and risk a slippery slope toward erasing other figures, and criticizes the culture of erasing Confederate memory while urging focus on unity and historical context.
Miles Hall objects to ongoing Silver Bluff construction and delayed completion of utility work through 2018. He notes past improvements funded by Woodside residents, questions city accountability, and warns of further delays and rising costs while urging proper gate and ROW upkeep.
George Hummert argues in a May 21 letter to the editor that climate science may be wrong and questions the certainty of opinions. He contrasts potential outcomes of acting or not acting against climate change, noting benefits of new clean energy industries if wrong and drastic life changes if not.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters up to 500 words with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Include a brief headline and do not use pen names or anonymous submissions. Email letters to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor, P.O. Box 456, Aiken SC 29801. publication is discretionary.
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