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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 2017
Page
11
Rhonda Overbey publishes the Aiken Standdam with Holly Kemp serving as News Editor. The historical note marks the founding year 1867 and notes leadership roles in the newspaper.
A Johnson quotation urges active engagement rather than retiring from public life. It mocks those driven into a corner by pride cowardice or laziness who sit and growl. The author appeals to speak out and take action.
Governors actions limited coastal evacuations during Irma and ordered dam owners to lower water levels. Since 2015 floodings, 76 high hazard dams required repair, over 180 more flagged, yet only a few had been fixed before Matthew. DHEC tightens inspections, funds repairs, and weighs bonds and tax options to speed up dam safety work.
Columnist Star Parker argues Feinstein attacked Amy Barrett over Catholic dogma during 7th Circuit confirmation hearings. Parker frames Feinstein's stance as a cultural war move to disqualify religious judges, contrasting it with Barrett's view on judicial recusal and faith.
Steve Donohue urges Mayor Pettit to publish citizen comments in council minutes and disclose Project Jackson funding. He notes 69 million debt, 33 million annual budget, and a 1.6 million debt service due Nov 1. He cites SC cities regularly recording citizen inputs and demands online revenue and debt data.
The Aiken Standard requests signed letters with the writer's address and daytime phone for verification. Letters should include a brief headline and be under 500 words. Publication is discretionary and anonymous or organized-campaign letters may be rejected. Email to letters@aikenstandard.com or mail to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29801.
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