Editorial: The energy future is now
The Deepwater Horizon disaster ended with BP's cement plug sealing the well but leaves ongoing concerns about oil in the Gulf, fishing impacts, and tourism. The piece urges rapid funding for renewables and new infrastructure, highlighting solar wind hydrogen and nuclear options alongside regional energy research efforts.
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Aiken Standard Staff Contact Lineup
Publisher and editor Scott B. Hunter Circulation director Scot Newcom business manager Terri Cheek managing editor Michael W. Gibbons and classified advertising manager Letitia Jefferson are listed with their email handles for the Aiken Standard publication team.
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South Carolina Senate notes hard year but reform progress made
Senator W. Greg Ryberg reflects on a tough 2010 in the South Carolina Senate. He cites budget fallout and hard future choices, but highlights reform of the Employment Security Commission and unemployment insurance as major achievements. He credits bipartisan support and notes protections against fraud and waste, with tax relief for most employers upcoming.
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Ahmadinejad voices Iran as regional power and ally
In an AP interview during his U N visit Mahmoud Ahmadinejad asserts Iran as a cultural power and friend to nations while denying aims of domination. Separately Sarah Shourd recalls her release after 13 months in Iran and says her fellow detainees Shane and Josh were not spies in a major misunderstanding.
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Scouts Bring Joy To Final Days Of Beloved Scout
Becky Lock writes of Troop 110 from Aiken visiting in Edisto as her partner David nears death from cancer. Fifteen scouts and several leaders returned to say goodbye fulfilling his wish for one last gathering. The Spirit of duty and service reflects the Boy Scouts creed and the community's care.
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Aiken Namesake Proudly Respected by Visiting Family
Tracy Aiken and family praise the city of Aiken South Carolina for its friendly people and forward looking preservation of history. They commend proactive residents who donate time and resources to benefit others and uphold the legacy of William Aiken.
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Aiken Cyclists Praise Courteous Local Drivers
A letter from David Hutton thanks Aiken automotive drivers for courteous behavior toward cyclists. He notes personal cycling for fitness and commuting, reports few negative encounters, and affirms cyclists share equal road rights with motorists under law. He invites others to send comments.
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