Gay marriage support and tax note letter to editor
A reader praises the South Carolina Supreme Court ruling in favor of gay marriage while arguing against it, questions Nikki Haley’s India trip for attracting employers, and discusses local roads, online sales tax, and biblical views on marriage.
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Privating garbage service sparks job and service worries
A city council debate on privatizing garbage collection raises fears of losing special services like backyard pickups and layoff risk for city workers. The discussion frames such privatization as a broader conservative critique of government programs and Obamacare rhetoric.
Thank you to veterans supporting meals and kindness
A reader thanks local restaurants and businesses that offered meals and discounts to veterans, and shares a drive-through kindness story. The note invites readers to leave comments via the TalkBack hotline or email, with privacy noted and brief submissions preferred.
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Aiken Synagogue Marked History Highlights 1890 Marker
Aiken unveils a historical marker detailing the Jewish community’s roots dating to 1890 as Polish immigrants settled and Adath Yeshurun Synagogue opened in 1925. Local figures like Doris Baumgarten and Stephen Surasky describe the community’s quest for freedom and civic participation, with the Charleston Historical Society backing the project.
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Schofield Ham Club Earns Dual National Rankings
Schofield Amateur Radio Club at Schofield Middle School earned third place in the middle school category and tenth overall at the American Radio Relay League School Club Round Up. Students from six members, led by sponsor Tray Nelson, connected with 530 clubs from Oct 20 to 24 after-school sessions.
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Operation Christmas Child boosts church VBS outreach
Mt. Alpha Baptist Church VBS director shares how visiting Ridge Spring Philippi and Mt. Pleasant churches sparked a drive to support Samaritan's Purse OCC. Volunteers collected 130 shoe boxes and $731 postage to spread Jesus love to children, aided by local Christians and a shared faith.
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