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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 2016
Page
9
The Aiken Standard traces its founding to 1867 with Ellen Priest as Publisher and Editor and Michael Smith as Executive Editor. Holly Kemp serves as News Editor and shares the publication’s leadership. Thought of the Day quotes T.H. Huxley on learning broadly.
Edgefield County seeks a General Assembly change to let counties review and approve or deny annexations after public hearings. The non binding resolution arose after Merriwether fears of North Augusta annexation and aims to shield residents from unwanted zoning changes. Supporters warn growth pressures and municipal pushback could hinder the measure.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer address and daytime phone for verification. Do not exceed 500 words. longer letters will not be published. Editorial discretion applies. anonymous or organized campaign letters may be rejected. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or send to Letters to the Editor, P O Box 456, Aiken SC 29801.
A letter to the editor discusses the Gem Lake extension road project and questions the root cause of ongoing issues. The writer argues that poor initial road construction and lack of due diligence by the city led to costly problems, not a maintenance program. The piece calls for factual accuracy and responsible city action.
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