Pacer Convocation Center Boosts USC Aiken Athletics
Editorial notes the new Convocation Center enhancing USC Aiken athletics across men’s basketball women’s basketball and volleyball. It cites Peach Belt title in year one, preseason No. 1 in men’s basketball, an Orlando tournament win for the women, and increased regional visibility drawing interest from high school students.
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Recycling zealot stops traffic to gather cans in Aiken
An observer describes a driver in an old station wagon halting traffic on Rutland Drive to collect a beer can. The note credits WALLACE Recycling as a powerful motivator and cites extreme actions to ensure cans reach recycling bins.
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Aiken
Rutland Drive
Jeffrey B
Wallace Recycling
Aiken Standard Staff Directory Update
Publisher Scott B. Hunter and Production Director Phillip Yates oversee staff listings at the Aiken Standard. Circulation Director Scot Newcom and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson are named in the organizational note.
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Phillip Yates Pyates
Aikenstandard.com
Letitia Jefferson Jefferson
This Is The Most Important Election Ever A Cupcake Moment
Washington column reflects on Election Eve perspectives from friends and readers. It contrasts trauma and progress, notes Obama McCain race as civil contest, and end on a view that American democracy endures with perseverance and shared hope.
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America
Republican Party faces self analysis after 2012 losses
Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty says the GOP must undergo a Dr. Phil style self examination following losses of the White House and losses in Congress. CNN’s David Bohrman notes holograms were an ornament on election coverage.
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Tim Pawlenty
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David Bohrman
Letters to the Editor from Aiken Standard Readers
Readers are invited to submit letters about issues of local concern under 200 words. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length. Send to Letters to the Editor 456, Aiken, SC 29802 or via letters@aikenstandard and fax 648-6052.
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Russell Curry Thanks Supporters After Narrow District 84 Loss
Russell Curry thanks supporters after a tight District 84 election, compares race to David and Goliath, notes an upcoming rematch in two years, and wishes blessings to District 84 residents. He praises the opponent Mr. Smith who has long represented the district.
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Goliath
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District 84
Rebirth of a Nation as Election Day Arrives
Joan Nagle recounts voting day experiences with first time African American voters and reflections on civil rights gains. She notes hopes tied to Barack Obama’s candidacy and acknowledges limited local impact in her state. The piece frames pride in participation and progress.
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Mary Ann Lindley
Tallahassee
France
Blake
Barack Obama
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Statement on Morals and Politics by William Widener
William Widener condemns American electoral choices for harming morals and economy. He refuses support for any president who backs partial birth abortion or gay marriage, urging a national return to religious focus.
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America
God
William Widener
Aiken
Hollywood fueled Obama victory claim sparks debate
John Feeney argues Hollywood backing and Oprah Winfrey influenced the 2008 election, suggesting color and celebrity status shaped the outcome more than issues. He questions whether Obama’s win would differ if skin color were not a factor and asserts Hollywood determined the result.
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