Editorial Board Credits at The Local Paper
The newspaper’s leadership names Ellen Priest as Publisher Tim O Brient as Editor and Director of Audience Michael Ulmer as Editorial Page Editor. The note outlines editorial roles and responsibilities for the publication.
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Tim O’briant
Michael Ulmer
Update on sales tax boosts transparency
Officials from the Aiken County School District and Area Advisory Councils will meet at the district office in Aiken from 6 30 to 7 30 p m to update the public on the one percent sales tax for school construction. The session marks the referendum’s first anniversary and outlines planned projects at five sites as well as the need for careful planning and fiscal stewardship.
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Aiken County
Brookhaven Drive
Aiken
North Augusta High School
Aiken High School
Leavelle McCampbell
Ridge Spring
Imagination as the Key to the Future Quote
A reflective remark by Ida M. Tarbell, noting imagination unlocks future possibilities and that absence of it negates what could be achieved. The maxim emphasizes creative thought as the driver of innovation and progress.
Aiken Standard Letters to the Editor Guidelines
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Aiken
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Aikenstandard
Michael Ulmer
Mulmer
Aikenstandard.com
Time to Renew the Ex-Im Bank Charter
The House sent to the Senate a bill renewing the Export-Import Bank charter as Senate filibuster threats loom. Supporters say the bank funds U S exports with favorable loans, leveling the playing field against foreign rivals. Democrats back renewal and urge a floor vote now to overcome procedural hurdles.
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Senate
Export-Import Bank
House
John Boehner
Ohio
House Financial Services Committee
U.S
Bank
Rick Santorum
R-Pa
GOP
United States
Congress
Vision and Courage for a Republican Turnaround
Cal Thomas argues Republicans must embrace a bold vision to govern, discard constant tactical fights, and replace dependence on government with self reliance. He urges Paul Ryan to present enduring policy solutions, acknowledge past failures, and rally voters with a hopeful agenda.
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Fox News
Ryan
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Face the Nation
CBS
New York Times
America
Quinnipiac University
Reader urges transparent tax reporting for Aiken
A letter to the editor urges the new mayor and City Manager John Klimm to publish regular balance sheets for Hospitality, Capital Projects, and Educational taxes. The writer argues for clear revenue sources and detailed expenditure explanations to curb misinformed chatter and foster an informed, progressive city.
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Stee
Aiken
John Klimm
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