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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 2017
Page
9
Rhonda Overbay announces the founding date of Aiken Stannam in 1867. Michael Harris serves as managing editor with Holly Kemp as news editor. The Thought of the Day features a quote from Matthew Arnold on journalism.
Unemployment in South Carolina holds at 3.9 percent for October, with a five month range near 4 percent. The SWDB approves a three year plan to build a skilled workforce and align resources from state to local levels. A Ball State University study warns that communities with low educational attainment face automation and offshoring risks, urging focus on education for sustainable jobs. The Times and Democrat, Orangeburg.
Column argues Congress should investigate President Trump alongside Conyers and Franken for sexual misconduct. It compares high profile cases from Weinstein to Rose and Moore, notes corroboration in Trump's own taped remarks, and warns of a cultural shift and possible censure if findings confirm allegations. It cites Alabama politics and urges leadership to act.
A proposal to reconfigure Area 1 middle schools faces scrutiny amid concerns it may harm sixth graders socially and academically. Critics argue the plan reduces a full middle school experience and could lessen benefits of current programs.
Martin Mason of Aiken questions the impact of a new system on extracurriculars and academic tracking at middle schools. He notes seventh and eighth graders only access activities like Mathcounts and sports and worries about cross‑school record sharing and student friendship across transitions.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer’s address and a daytime phone for verification. Do not exceed 500 words and include a brief headline. Publication is discretionary and anonymous or organized-campaign letters may be rejected. Email letters to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P. O. Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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