United Way of Aiken County Surpasses Campaign Goal
United Way of Aiken County exceeded its $2.5 million goal, raising more than $2.687 million as pledges continue. Led by President Sharon Rogers and Campaign Chair Sharon Hagan, the effort included four local organizations supplying temporary staff and supported 32 agencies aiding those in need.
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Riker County
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Sharon Hagan
Wackenhut
Maria Defever
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Rita Adkinson
Washington
Savannah River Company
LaMesha Pressley
Security Federal Bank
Jason Rabin
United States infant mortality ranking slips further
After five years of stagnation the United States reduced infant mortality slightly but remains high by global standards. In 1960 the U S ranked 12th lowest. by 2004 it fell to 29th, tied with Poland and Slovakia, highlighting weak performance among industrialized nations.
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United States
Poland
Slovakia
Aiken Standard Staff List Details Editorial Roles
The Aiken Standard publishes its staff roster with positions in editing news advertising production circulation and management. Timely contact details and domain notes outline who leads coverage and operations at the newspaper.
GSK Aiken Plant Marks 30 Years of Growth and Service
GSK Aiken marks three decades of operations since Beecham Products opened in 1978. The plant began Secrets Sore Throat Lozenges production, with long‑time employees and community volunteers highlighted. Leaders praise workforce, community projects, and plans for a 50th anniversary in 2028.
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Beecham Products
Glaxo- SmithKline
GSK
Aiken
GSK Aiken
Geritol
Sominex
Nytol
Ecotrin
Contac
Feosol
Alli
Commit
Beano
North Aiken
GSE
Freedman School
Traffic light delay sparks safety plea at local intersection
Letter writer Jennifer Robin Aiken urges an immediate timer adjustment at Dougherty and Silver Bluff to ease a worsening backup and gridlock. She cites dangerous conditions, lack of police directing traffic, and daily four trips through the intersection.
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Dougherty
Silver Bluff
Jennifer Robin Aiken
Frustration Over Bail and Juvenile Justice Decisions
Whitney Collins of Bath voices concern about perceived leniency for drug offenders and child molesters while a brother faces two years for gun possession for a felon. She argues judges allow repeat offenses and calls for harsher penalties to protect children.
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Palin rally draws support from voters in Missouri
Navy veteran Bill Cos tello proclaims Palin the best thing for the campaign at a southern Missouri rally while a political consultant notes McCain ads face damage control. Bettina Goering reflects on her infamous great-uncle Hermann Goering and self acceptance.
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Sarah Palin
Missouri
Bettina Goering
Hermann Goering
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