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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 2012
Page
1
Olen Dennis Fraser, age 2, watches a wooden chicken toy as it pecks at painted grain on a cylindrical perch during Colonial Times. The event presents a vivid snapshot of colonial life and crafts for readers.
With under three weeks until November 6, the Aiken Standard clarifies the unusual 2012 election where voters may write in candidates and both incumbents and challengers present their platforms. Early voting statuses vary as the general election nears.
The race for Aiken County Probate Judge features incumbent Sue Roe seeking a 25th year in office and challenger Thompson criticizing the budget and staffing. Thompson proposes courthouse marriages and extended evening access while Roe emphasizes ongoing service and local case handling.
Aiken County’s auditor seat opens after Cyrus Spradley’s resignation with interim appointee. Candidates Charles Barton and Daniel Turno, both Aiken natives, vie for a four year term starting July. Barton emphasizes checks and balances to curb abuse of power in the tax office. Turno enters as a write in, seeking to introduce new ideas to the office.
A preview of 2012 races with declared candidates and write ins for November 6. Includes State Senate districts 24 25 26 State House districts 81 82 83 84 86 and local posts such as Sheriff Solicitor Treasurer Probate Clerk Coroner Auditor County Council districts 3 4 7 8 School Boards 1 8 9 and a final note on a referendum to adopt a Council Manager form and related appointments.
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