Aiken Standard Publisher and Editorial Staff List
A listing from the Aiken Standard shows Scott B. Hunter as Publisher with Timothy E. O Briant serving as Executive Editor and Dee Taylor as Advertising Director. Other leadership figures include Melanie Smith Internet Sales Director Terri Cheek Business Manager Laura Tiedman and Letitia Jefferson Delivery Director.
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Scott B. Hunter
Timothy E. O’briant
Dee Taylor
Melanie Smith
Terri Cheek
Laura Tiedman
Letitia Jefferson
Drop the question what tomorrow may bring
The quotation from Horace, a Roman poet, reflects Stoic acceptance and daily value. It frames fate as a daily profit rather than a future concern, suggesting gratitude and present focus.
Thompson and Wells Highlight Local Probate and House District 81 Support
Letter writers advocate Jane Page Thompson for probate judge in Aiken County and Don Wells for South Carolina House District 81. They praise Thompson’s modernization aims and community engagement in North Augusta. They urge voters to back Wells for economic growth, fewer regulations, and strong constituent service in Columbia.
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Jane Page Thompson
North Augusta
Thompson
U.S
Court of the People’s Business
Aiken County
Scott
Write in Cagle for treasurer
A supporter endorses John Cagle for Aiken County Treasurer citing education financial background leadership and personnel management the favoring voter is urged to back Cagle citing qualifications for the treasurer role.
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Cagle
John Cagle
Aiken County
Aiken
Wells for State House District 81
A supporter urges voters in Aiken to back Don Wells Republican for House District 81. The letter praises Wells as a longtime downtown merchant and former City Council member who opposes heavy regulations and supports limited government impact on business. It urges voters to consider campaign integrity and condemns sign removal as unethical.
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Don Wells
Wells
Aiken
City of
Tom Farmer
Voters urged to back Roe and Wells in local probate race
The letter lauds Judge Sue Roe for a superior probate office in Aiken County noting its efficient staff and public service. It also endorses Wells in District 81 and cites concerns about national politics while urging support for local candidates Thompson and Vaughters.
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Aiken County
Sue Roe
Aiken
Judge Roe
Jean Herre
Erwin
New Hill
N.C
Back Romney for president amid Obama critique
Opinion text accuses Barack Obama of lacking accomplishments and financial or executive credentials while urging Mitt Romney for president, citing alleged lies, Benghazi questions, and socialist influences as reasons to oppose Obama’s leadership and reduce U S power.
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Barack Obama
America
Grassfire Nation
Obama
Benghazi
United States
Roe for Probate Judge Reelection in Aiken County
A letter supporting Sue S. Roe for re election as probate judge of Aiken County. The author cites Roe s long service since 1984, her competency in office, and compassion for county citizens. Signed by Marsha F Harris Bath.
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Sue S. Roe
Aiken County
Roe
Marsha F. Harris Bath
Campaign of Lies in Aiken County Treasurer Race
Aiken County faces a campaign filled with lies as candidates vie for treasurer. The speaker cites a candidate claiming sole qualification, noting banking work does not prove capability to manage county finances.
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Aiken County
Wells for District 81 supports Aiken businessman and leader
A supporter writes in favor of Don Wells for State House District 81. He cites seven years on Aiken City Council, small business experience, and payroll knowhow. The letter emphasizes Wells accessibility and family focus and belief he will work in Columbia for unity and opportunity.
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Tom Young Jr
Wellson
Don Wells
Wells
Aiken
Monica
Columbia
Unities
Endorsements Highlight Local Senate Candidate Race
A political endorsement praises Deedee Vaughters for Senate District 26 citing liberty, efficiency, and conservative values. It quotes a legislative delegation including Sens. Tom Young and Shane Massey praising her as reform minded. The piece urges a change in Columbia and notes ongoing support from party figures.
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Deedee
South Carolina
Senate
Tom Young
Shane Massey
Columbia
Jane Page Thomp
Letter endorses Mitt Romney for president over Obama
Voter expresses support for Romney citing Obama’s political philosophy and associates. Claims Obama’s taxes and deficits harm the middle class and praises Romney as a serious, decent candidate focused on a vigorous economy and better business climate.
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Kennedy
Carter
Clinton
Obama
America
China
Jeremiah Wright
Bill Ayers
van Jones
Anita Dunn
Chicago
Mitt Romney
Las Vegas
Rolling Stone
Romney
Aiken Standard Seeks Signed Letters To The Editor
The Aiken Standard invites readers to submit signed letters with a return address and daytime phone for verification. Letters must be under 300 words, are subject to editing, and anonymous or organized-campaign submissions will not be published. Address or email details provided for submission.
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Aiken
P.O. Box
Aikenstandard.com
Jennifer Miller
Jmiller
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State House
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BMW
Red Army
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David Williams Wagener
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Gary Bunker Aiken
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