California recall race looms as Schwarzenegger leads
Editorial notes California voters face a recall of Gov. Gray Davis with 133 candidates on the ballot. Schwarzenegger is the frontrunner to become governor, prompting playful questions about which Arnold will arrive in Sacramento, likening him to Conan or The Terminator.
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Aiken Standard Publisher and Editorial Leadership Listed
The Aiken Standard lists its publishing and management staff including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace advertising contact Dr Arthur T. Zappa and business manager Ellen C. Priest. Ming Edi Timothy E. O'Brian Phillip Yates Scot Newcom.
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South Carolina PACT testing faces funding claims and fatigue
The article argues that the South Carolina Education Accountability Act guides four PACT tests for grades three through eight, with funding exceeding the request and “student test fatigue” not substantiated. It urges using testing as a tool to improve language arts and overall outcomes, highlighting math gains and statewide SAT trends.
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Aiken Starts Takin It Off Six Week Fitness Push
Community health drive launches today at 3 PM with a town meeting at H Odell Weeks Center Whiskey Road. Greater Aiken Fitness and Recreation Coalition targets 50 teams and 500 participants with free classes, education, and discounts.
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Immigration policy critique targets federal inaction at borders
The author argues the federal government fails to enforce immigration laws citing eight million undocumented residents, IRS practices, and sanctuary city policies. The piece cites Arizona’s ballot initiative, political opposition, and calls for border security measures as essential, while questioning candidates’ plans.
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