Aiken Standard Front Page Reflections on Local Priorities
Readers discuss priorities with focus on pension costs cited by state Rep. Bill Taylor and critique of spending. They question gun reciprocity bill coverage, child well being ranking, and local road safety measures. The writer suggests traffic changes on Whiskey Road to reduce congestion and distractions.
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Bill Taylor
Public Letter Urges NFL Stand for National Anthem
A reader voices strong opposition to NFL support of national anthem rules and pledges not to back the league or sponsors. Call TalkBack at 803-644-2384 or email editorial aikenstandard.com with brief, publishable comments.
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Two Allendale Men Charged in Ridge Spring Fatal Hit and Run
Saluda County sheriffs charged Lamar Shannon and Gregory Slayton with the murder of Shanen Termaine Samuels after he was run over twice at a Circle K in Ridge Spring during an in parking lot altercation. Investigators review video and timelines as both suspects remain jailed.
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Aiken Senior Extravaganza Open Registration and Schedule
Registration remains open for the ninth annual Aiken Senior Extravaganza to be held September 21 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center. The first 565 registrants choose classes, with lunch for the first 325 and a free senior health fair with 80 area businesses. Health screenings and two educational sessions are offered, and pre-registration is required for classes and luncheon.
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Double historic preservation edge in railroad cut project
Aiken officials present a $1.9 million railroad cut stabilization plan between Chesterfield and Newberry streets calling it a double preservation opportunity. The scheme combines wall stabilization with a vegetated retaining wall and includes two FEMA phased funding steps aiming for spring 2017 construction pending approval.
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Glinton
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