Publisher bids farewell to Aiken Standard readers
The Aiken Standard announces the publisher will leave next Tuesday after a 27 year association with the paper. She reflects on mentors, family, and community support while encouraging readers to continue backing the staff and local coverage. She plans time with her 91-year-old father and continued community service.
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Aiken Standard Editorial Thought of the Day Note
The Aiken Standard editors publish a Thought of the Day featuring a Dickinson quotation on friendship as a reflection on avarice and social ties. The piece underscores the paper’s editorial voice in 1867 era print.
Feds inflate MOX cost estimates to mislead public
The National Nuclear Security Administration is accused of manipulating cost figures for the Mixed Oxide Fuel Fabrication Facility. The piece argues the agency overstated progress and peak costs to influence Congress and public opinion, highlighting politics over facts and potential broader impacts on jobs and regional fate in South Carolina.
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Letters on public private partnerships and festival thanks in Aiken
A reader urges independent auditing of public private partnership projects citing historic scandals and calls for inspector general style oversight. Another writer thanks Sassafras Festival vendors patrons shuttle operators volunteers and sponsors for a successful event with town police security support.
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Tune out the noise and pick your president
Jack DeVine argues in a political column that the 2016 election remains a close race despite heavy media guidance. He contrasts Clinton and Trump on change versus status quo, integrity and transparency, and national unity, urging voters to trust their gut as they face a difficult choice. He notes Obama era dynamics and warns against polarized loyalties as Sept debates anchor the contest.
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