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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 2006
Page
11
The median cable barrier along South Carolina interstates is praised as a life saving $40 million investment. Since 2001 about 250 lives saved and 10 000 impacts shown, with only two crossover fatalities since 2005, transforming safety for Palmetto State drivers.
Everett Johnson of Aiken County, owner of Everett Johnson Roofing and Construction, died after a long cancer battle. A USC Aiken graduate and 1990 Aiken County Home Builders Association president, he supported Relay for Life and was active in St. James Lutheran Church and the 450th Ordnance Company. His leadership and courage left a lasting impact.
The document lists editor Jeffrey B. Wallace advertising director Arthur Zappa production director Phillip Yates circulation director Scot Newcom and sales manager J David Boys with email addresses for the Aiken Standard.
Readers debate the marriage amendment focusing on its impact beyond defining marriage. Peter Kosko and Robert James Rhoden argue about parenting rights and birth control, suggesting policies to curb unfit parenting while noting anti homosexual stances.
Resident Marianne Pecoraro calls for a city track on Southside expansion arguing the Powderhouse Connector study shows Whiskey Road at capacity. She cites past traffic ordinances limiting impact fees and urges City Council to pause growth until a funded road and infrastructure plan is in place.
Angela Drake voices opposition to Constitutional Amendment 1 aired on ETV arguing the measure is unnecessary and would entrench discrimination against gay marriage. She cites families and compares federal protection to a state constitutional change while urging voters to examine the issue before the polls.
The writer argues against censoring media by overemphasizing children's protection. Cites Culture and Family Institute as a dubious source while urging policy to serve the general public rather than a narrow focus on youth.
The writer urges DOE and lawmakers to fully fund Savannah River Ecology Laboratory, calling SREL the premier ecological research center since 1951. They argue most of the 300 square mile Savannah River Site remains unaffected, and SREL’s baseline studies prove ongoing environmental health, demanding continued support for the future.
A satirical analysis attributes a virulent spending syndrome to politicians, especially Republicans, spread through caucus contact and lobbying. The piece notes no cure, speculates on a third party immunity, and proposes the acronym LADD for Lack of Attention to the Deficit Disorder.
Supporter promotes Levi Green with 25 years in education related work. Mentions his sons, Silver Bluff High School, Area 5 Advisory Council, and Christian values. Argues for safe schools, parental involvement, and strong teacher backing. Endorsement states Green is superior to his opponent.
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