Southern reform after Reconstruction: a century sufficed?
Debates ask if a hundred years of Reconstruction-era reforms would have fully reshaped the Southern political and social order. Critics argue persistent resistance and delayed implementation hampered lasting change. Proponents note gradual shifts in rights, governance, and economic structures despite backlash.
Opinion Letter: Faith in Self Then Prayer for Job Search
A reader responds to a Talk Back piece urging prayer for work. The writer argues finding a job is a full time effort, requires self faith, marketable skills, and accepting lesser work when needed. They reject the notion of a world plan amid hunger and tragedy and invite comments via TalkBack.
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Correction: Chitlin Strut set for Salley Civic Center event
The 45th annual Chitlin Strut will be held today at the Salley Civic Center 258 Pine St NW Salley with chitlins on sale from 8 a.m. and the last carnival ride ending at 9 p.m. The Aiken Standard apologizes for the earlier incorrect date and invites readers to report any factual errors.
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Central Savannah River Area forecast dips after warm spell
Meteorologists expect a cool weekend and subfreezing low temps next week in the Central Savannah River Area after Thanksgiving warmth. Forecaster Gregory Lamberty notes November temperatures are near normal now with earlier warmth offsetting prior cold days. Frost on car windows may occur though pipes are not yet at risk. let taps drip to prevent freezing.
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Aiken High Seeks Funding After Bond Vote Failure
Aiken High and its parent group push for funding to modernize the 60 acre campus with 22 mobiles and aging buildings. District plans earmark 8.6 million for short term upgrades including a science wing and athletic facilities while addressing a rusted roof and safety concerns in the cafeteria and North Aiken campus.
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Aiken Board to Host Budget 101 Session at District Office
The Aiken County Board of Education will hold a Budget 101 session at the district office on Tuesday at 6 30 p m Comptroller Tray Traxler will outline the budget process and current issues The 2011 12 year may be the board’s most challenging with $11 million federal stimulus funds ending next year and possible cuts from the South Carolina General Assembly The session at 1000 Brookhaven Drive in Aiken invites board and public input.
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Aiken Standard Contact and Subscription Details
The Aiken Standard publishes daily from Aiken South Carolina with contact lines for Tim O Briant Michael Gibens and Cam Huffman Sports Editor The office hours are listed and EZPay subscription rates shown for various terms plus a schedule of Sunday Plus delivery dates for 2010.
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Aiken Youth Orchestra Fall Concert and Local Events
The Aiken Youth Orchestra will perform a fall concert at the Aiken Center for the Arts with free admission. The Cadillac in Aiken grand opening is at 11:30 a.m. with tours and refreshments. The 40th annual Christmas Craft Show runs Dec 3–4 at H Odell Weeks Activities Center. Downtown Tree Lighting Friday 6:30–7:30 p.m. on Laurens Street. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh leads the event with music and refreshments.
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CATY OF CHARACTER November s Lottery Draw
Friday's lottery results list Pick 3 and Pick 4 midday and evening numbers for November. Mega Millions numbers 43 9 34 5 47 with Mega Ball 8 and Megaplier 2. Cash 3 and Cash 4 midday and evening results shown. Fantasy 5 numbers 14 36 20 19 30.
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