Aiken County Leaders Highlight Progress at State of Community Luncheon
Five prominent figures outline gains and challenges in Aiken County amid a sagging economy. School Superintendent Beth Everitt cites rising graduation rates and stronger programs while acknowledging financial strains. Ronnie Young touts tax extension funding capital projects and a robust manufacturing base. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh credits planning and tax stability for lower crime and strong communications. Dave Moody of Savannah River Site discusses opportunities amid budget uncertainty, and Frank Thomas calls for an international horse park to diversify the economy.
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Aiken County
Beth Everitt
Everitt
Ronnie Young
Aiken
Fred Cavanaugh
South Carolina
Cavanaugh
Department of Energy
Savannah River
Dave Moody
SRS
Enterprise Srs
Moody
Frank Thomas
Greater Aiken
Publisher Editor and Staff Credits Listed
Acknowledgments credit Scott B. Hunter as publisher and editor at the Aiken Standard with production, advertising, and staff roles noted. Phillip Yates is production director and Dee Taylor advertising director. Contact emails follow typical publication formats.
Flu shot guidance urges vaccination for all six months old and up
The column outlines flu shot options including intradermal low-dose injections for ages 18 to 64, intranasal vaccine for healthy 2 to 49 year olds, high-dose injectable for 65 and older, and standard vaccines. It notes timing, antibody duration, egg-allergy accommodations, and stresses vaccination to reduce severe influenza and ICU risk, citing CDC/MMWR guidance and Dr. Gerald Gordon.
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CDC
California
Perth
Brisbane
Cde.gov
Icu
Gerald Gordon, MD
FACP
South Carolina Infectious Diseases Society
National security concerns rise after disclosures and relief aid
The State Department warns of damage from illegal disclosures while pledging steps to mitigate harm. Officials cite continuing public shock and disbelief as aid arrives by National Guard helicopters delivering food and water to Vermont towns cut off by Hurricane Irene.
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State Department
Gail Devine
Woodstock Recreation Center
National Guard
Vermont
Economic Axiom Revisited: Tax Cuts and Jobs
A reader argues tax cuts harm employment under high unemployment and calls for government action to create jobs through public works and employer tax credits. They criticize balanced-budget politics, urge higher taxes on the affluent to fund stimulus, and oppose continued wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Republican Party
Herbert Hoover
Iraq
Afghanistan
Bush
Cheney
Aiken Makin history recalls plants and community programs
Leroy J. Delionbach reflects on Aiken County's manufacturing heritage with nearly 100 plants noted. He recalls forming the Aiken’s exhibition at City Hall and H Odell Weeks Center plus the Aiken’s Wakin program started under Luther Rigby to boost community involvement and city cleanliness.
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Aiken
SRP
Chamber of Commerce Board
Aiken County
Owens- Corning
Aiken’s
H. Odell Weeks
Roger Chastain
Riegel Textile
Luther Rigby
Aiken’s Bakin
Bakin
Leroy J. Delionbach
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