FBI and SANL Launch Radiological Evidence Lab Suite at SRNL
The FBI and Savannah River National Laboratory announce a new Radiological Evidence Analysis Lab Suite at SRNL within the Savannah River Site. The facility will examine radiologically contaminated evidence for terrorism investigations, leveraging SRNL expertise and secure site access. About 60 FBI examiners are expected to work at the lab as operations begin.
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Editor's Corner Recounts Albino Crow Tale At USC Aiken
The column recalls a 1957 Savannah River Plant episode where SRP patrols claimed to see an albino crow at R Reactor. Skepticism faded after sightings by a retired Chicago inspector and a forester, then a red white and blue crow appeared, while paint theft antics were blamed for the crow’s color.
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Aiken Standard Names Staff Members
The Aiken Standard newsroom announces new and continuing roles for key staff. Jeffrey B. Wallace oversees editing while Timothy E. O Briant continues as News Director. Arthur T. Zappa remains Advertising Director and Phillip Yates Production Director.
New Democrats Push Ideas After Election Setbacks in South Carolina
The column argues Democrats underperform statewide, cites GOP dominance in SC since 1994, and promotes New Democrats leadership council with ideas like universal preschool, 4 year college access, universal health coverage, and alternative energy. Mayors Bob Coble and Floyd Nicholson co chair SC DLC. Phil Noble is director.
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Community praises USCA team and cheerleaders in Disney Classic trip
Jo and John Cunningham commend USCA men’s basketball and cheerleaders for their friendly respectful conduct during the Disney Classic in Orlando Florida. They urge continued community support and pride in the university teams.
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Orlando
Florida
Faith group critique at St Paul Lutheran event
A reader letter condemns a November 11 gathering at St Paul Lutheran Church as a one sided Islam dialogue. The author accuses soft pedaling differences, notes a conversion handout, and claims a Muslim cleric performed a chant in the sanctuary, calling the act defiling and urging church awareness.
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Veterans honor program at North Aiken Elementary
James R. DeLoach recalls a Veterans Day tribute at North Aiken Elementary on November 10 with students from first through fifth grades, the Aiken Middle School band led by Ryan Westberry performing service tunes, a Stars and Stripes Forever dance, a moment of silence, and a finale of The Star Spangled Banner. The event showcased disciplined children and proud families guided by Ms. Revelle and teachers.
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Ryan Westberry
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Graniteville
County Council questioned over needs study contract
Judith V. Warner criticizes Aiken County Council for approving a half million dollar needs assessment and design for a new County Complex without seeking bids from other firms. She questions procurement rules followed by department heads and alleges double standards in spending and governance.
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Government for the people not party driven critique
A Warrenville reader argues that neither Democrats nor Republicans fully serve taxpayers. They urge a return to founding policies and a government by the people rather than a socialist agenda, citing past debt and security concerns.
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Larry Durst Warrenville
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