Editorial Swine Flu Still a Concern
The piece urges continued vigilance against swine flu in South Carolina and Hawaii, stressing vaccination for high risk groups, keeping symptomatic children home, and consulting the CDC for guidance. It emphasizes not lowering precautions despite ongoing outbreaks.
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Sanford visit shows effects of his fall
The piece recounts Gov. Mark Sanford’s visit to the editors last week. It notes a humble quiet demeanor, fatigue from recent events, and reflects on how he has shifted from a GOP favorite to a humiliated figure amid a six month fallout.
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Aiken Standard Staff Listing and Contacts
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South Carolina urges energy independence and pro nuclear shift
Sen. Lindsey Graham argues for energy independence to cut foreign oil reliance, boost the economy, and strengthen national security. He promotes offshore drilling, nuclear energy expansion, and climate legislation, criticizing EPA overreach while highlighting SC's wind, hydrogen, biomass, and fuel cell efforts.
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Letters to the Editor and Contact Details
Readers are invited to share opinions on issues of concern by mail to Letters to the Editor Aiken Standard Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29802 or by email to letters aikenstandard com or by fax at 648-6052.
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Park Place upgrade sparks downtown building debate
Online comments from the Aiken Standards section praise Park Place as a beautiful downtown addition while opposing metal doors that clash with the facade. Critics urge City of Aiken to approve the upgrade and move on, arguing overregulation and aesthetic preferences.
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I Oppose State Limits on Tattooing and Piercing
A reader argues residents should travel to Georgia North Carolina or Tennessee for tattooing or piercing to rethink permanent body changes. The writer claims Aiken loses revenue by banning these practices and urges personal choice while supporting punishments for wrong actions.
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Gunman Opens Fire at Fort Hood Killing 13 and Injuring 30
Eyewitness quote describes the attack as a gunman opened fire at Fort Hood. The assault left 13 dead and 30 wounded. Prime Minister Gordon Brown warns Britain’s government must tackle corruption in Afghanistan before committing more lives.
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