Editorial calls domestic abuse a South Carolina shame
The letter argues domestic violence remains a state shame with 40 women and 10 men killed in 2006 in South Carolina. It cites Nicole McKie of Graniteville and notes her killer's 30 year sentence while her child loses both parents. It urges awareness month and praises shelters like the Cumbee Center for Abused Persons.
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United Way pledge drives community support for those in need
Editor urges readers to donate to the United Way campaign highlighting Helping Hands ACTS Cumbee Center and Children’s Place. The note recalls hungry families abused children and needy individuals helped by local agencies and thanks donors for yearly participation. Every contribution, big or small, helps meet the campaign goal.
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Newspaper staff contact lines and credits
A listing of editor publisher and staff positions appears, naming Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa News Director Timothy E. O Briant Business Manager Stephen A. Bailey Managing Editor Michael W. Gibbons and Letitia Jefferson as Astomer Service Manager with email references.
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Aiken Center for the Arts celebrates 35th anniversary
The column recalls a long community effort to establish the Aiken Center for the Arts. It lists founders and donors including Claudia Phelps and the Phelps family, David Stuart, Phyllis Barnard, Dr. Stephen Gardner, Clay Haywood, and many volunteers who kept the center running through early days and renovations. It notes past directors, supporters, and events that shaped the center’s history and its “Art for Everyone” vision.
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Get Rid Blue Laws Says Aiken Letter Writer
Crystal York of Aiken argues in a letter to the editor that blue laws should end. She defends freedom of speech, criticizes church dominance and religious catering, and urges shoppers to have Sunday hours free of church crowds.
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Why Bill Clyburn A Man Of Steadfast Commitment
A letter praising Bill Clyburn highlights his character as a God fearing educator and coach who served his church and community. It notes family bonds, campaign involvement since 1973, and a call for his Senate district candidacy in South Carolina District 25.
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Bush Seeks Stability Through Military Strength and Iraq Policy
Virginia Slayton Aken reports that President Bush pledges to keep the nation strong by strengthening the military and missile defense, enlarging NATO ties, supporting veterans and families, and promoting an independent democratic Iraq to foster Middle East and global stability.
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Domenici to retire after 40 years amid progressive disease
United States Senator Pete Domenici of New Mexico, 75, announced his retirement after four decades in the Senate. He cited a progressive brain disorder that could impair his ability to serve effectively, saying he does not want to risk not serving his constituents as well as they deserve.
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