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Judge issues protective order for Lukisha Thomas DSS records
A judge in the wrongful death suit filed by the estate of Lukisha Thomas has approved an order to disclose records from the S.C. Department of Social Services pertaining to Thomas.
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Aiken residents share their New Year's resolutions
As always, one of the biggest attractions of the new year is the New Year's resolution people choose to make to themselves. The Aiken Standard hit the streets and asked local residents what their...
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Christine Cavanaugh, voice of 'Babe,' dies at 51
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Christine Cavanaugh, a prolific voice actress whose characters included the titular character of "Babe," has died. She was 51.
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World War II ski soldier, vets group founder dies
DENVER (AP) -- Earl Ervin Clark, who served in the famed 10th Mountain Division in World War II and helped found the unit's veterans association, has died. He was 95.
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Aiken Regional among state's penalized hospitals
The federal Medicare program has penalized 13 South Carolina hospitals, including Aiken Regional Medical Centers, for making too many avoidable mistakes that harm patients. In Augusta, Doctors Hospital...
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Top 10 local sports stories of 2014
This past year has been a significant one for the sports world. There have been major national stories dealing with issues like domestic violence, racism, homophobia, death, redemption and even the...
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Lindley says he's ready for playoff start
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Arizona's Ryan Lindley said he's ready for the challenge of starting in a playoff game after an at least somewhat successful performance in the regular-season finale.
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Memory of Panthers' playoff loss to Arizona stings
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Thomas Davis remembers the feeling in his stomach the previous time the Carolina Panthers hosted a playoff game against the Arizona Cardinals.
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Stanford, Cal off to slow start in women's basketball
With the turn of the calendar to 2015, women's basketball gets into full swing with conference play. Sure, the usual top teams like Connecticut, Notre Dame and Baylor have looked strong in...
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Aiken County Council talks goals for 2015
Editor's note: This is the first in a three-part series in which the Aiken Standard asks local elected officials what their goals will be in 2015. Today's article focuses on Aiken County Council....
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Former Rep. Roland Smith takes a bow
Whether it was turning down generous campaign donations from his friend, the late James Brown, or being asked to step up as a leader after the indictments of several S.C. House members, former Rep....
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Teenager's gift helps young singer pursue her passion
SPARTANBURG -- The love of music brought together two girls at Converse College's Lawson Academy of the Arts recently.
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Looking to sing, play music? Check out these Aiken groups
Editor's note: If you are an arts organization looking for new members, email your information to sturner@aikenstandard.com.
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Editorial: Recent changes cannot negate years of neglect
A hodgepodge injection of policy reforms and new funding can't reconcile years of neglect for South Carolina schools.
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Column: The joke is pinned on us
A writer seeking profound pronouncements for a year-end column is likely instead to find herself awash in punchlines.
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2015 Goals: City Council
Editors note: This is the second in a three-part series in which the Aiken Standard asks local elected officials what their goals will be in 2015. Todays article focuses on Aiken City Council.
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Friends of the Gaston Livery Stables wish for donated carriage granted
The Friends of the Gaston Livery Stable had a wish, and it was granted. The organization received a donated carriage on Dec. 20.
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