Editor's post: Thank God the Democrat bail out was defeated. If you want to know why listen to Dem. House Speaker Pelosi. What a moron and a liar.Then again, she does lead the Democrats, so.. it is expected.
web posted September 30, 2008

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Who really allowed the current financial collapse to happen? Voters need to
know the truth. The following link is very revealing.
web posted September 30, 2008

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We really can do without the DJ at the Edgefield County Youth Football games!!!!!
web posted September 30, 2008

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Mr. Greg Anderson is a good lawyer and a nice man, but everyone must understand that when you vote Democrat you have just voted with every low-life, slug, and re borate (sic) that votes.  Mr .Anderson should have registered as an Independent.  I would have been more inclined to vote for him.
web posted September 30, 2008

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It has been two months since Bobby Hickson was arrested on Criminal Sexual Conduct of a Minor and Kidnapping.  The readers in our community NEED to know that there HAS BEEN an indictment in the case against Bobby Hickson. 
He was indicted on three separate counts.
Criminal Sexual Conduct of a minor in the First Degree
Criminal Sexual Violence of a Minor in the First Degree
Criminal Kidnapping of a Minor in the First Degree
web posted September 30, 2008

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A Video you won’t believe….Maxine Waters, Franklin Raines, Barney Franks all saying at the 2004 Congressional Hearings stating “Nothing’s wrong with Fannie Mae”….and “Fannie Mae’s not at risk”…
web posted September 30, 2008

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If Aiken constitutes "local", FBC Aiken has long supported and elected female deacons. 
web posted September 30, 2008

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Re: “Recreation was "sold" to the county as a program”

Are you sure it was sold or is it lease by Mt Canaan Association for a certain amount of money?
web posted September 30, 2008

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Crude Oil Falls! Read this.
web posted September 30, 2008

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Re:  I sure wish you would try to give a reason to vote for Sen. Obama rather than reasons to vote against Sen. McCain.

CW: Obama is honest and does not lie directly to the people of this country. He will bring the needed change of direction and fight for the lower and middle class citizens of this nation. He is not a degenerate gambler (NY Times article, Sunday, Sept. 28) like McCain and he will not try to privatize Social Security as John McCain tried to several years ago. He does not believe in witchcraft like Sarah Palin does. He will work to repair the reputation of the US that "Dubya" and "Here's" Johnny McCain have destroyed over the last 8 years. He will bring home our troops and stop spending $12 billion per month in Iraq. As far as I am concerned, let the Iraqis have a civil war. We should get our troops out completely, drop a couple of nukes, and just start over. Doesn't your wife work for one of those financial firms that has raped the US economy of its financial integrity? Don't you attend one of those churches that will not allow women to serve as deacons?
 Hey you are really enlightened and somebody I want to listen to when it comes to matters of the economy and foreign affairs. PSYCHE!!

Editor's note: Oh, Obama does not lie...He never knew Rev. Wright was preaching hate and racism for the 20 years he attended the church. He did not know his advisors were linked to terrorism, he did not know his mentors were certified communist supporters, and he never took money to protect the corruption that was rampant in the GSE Fannie Mae.

Typical Democrat.

I am still waiting for a reason to vote "for" Obama.
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Editor's post: What a wonderful day it was Sunday. It was so nice we decided to fire up the grill and enjoy the great outdoors on our deck and the peaceful relaxation that comes from living in the country along Woodlawn Road. There was a problem, however. It was impossible to enjoy the great outdoors because the newly paved Woodlawn Raceway was in use as motorcycles raced up and down the road at a high rate of speed. The fools on their crotch-rockets would pass by over and over, revving their engines as they run through their gears in about a quarter mile making it sound like a drag strip as they left out from Sportsman's Corner.

Yes, we called the Sheriff's Office and they did come and ride around for a few minutes but they left to answer other calls. And guess who returned? Yeah, you guessed it. I used to call them future organ donors, but after they bounce off the trees at 100+ mph the only thing left of them will be a driver's license to identify them. Excuse me if I do not feel sorry for them when it happens. It has been going on for years and nothing is done to stop it. Now that the road is newly paved it will just get worse.
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I donʼt understand why there wasnʼt enough money to replace our assistant principal.  Merriwether Elementary has two people assisting their principal.  Does any other school in the district have their own curriculum person?  Maybe one of them can come to Douglas?  Seems like we should have a curriculum coach with our number of special needs children.

Editor's note: I do not see the need for two vice principals at any school in Edgefield County. We need to direct more money towards the classrooms, not the administration that is already too top-heavy. The same goes for the District Office as well. We have too many replicated positions. We need to cut the fat and the fat is at the top, not at the bottom.
web posted September 28, 2008

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Lets Pack the BONE YARD on Friday, October 3rd. Youth Night at STHS. GO REBELS!!!
web posted September 28, 2008

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Kudos to Edgefield Daily and your sports page. You do a jam up job. I just wish you would print the game story on Saturday.

Editor's note: Thank you, but the "kudos" go to our Sports writer Tim Crane. I try to take Saturday off rather than work seven days a week. I do post the scores around the state by Mr. Crane late Friday night or Saturday but the game summary will remain scheduled for Mondays. Thank you for reading.
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GO REBELS!  Let's go all the way!!
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Below is the link to our online school newsletter. Merriwether Elementary School
http://www.edgefield.k12.sc.us/mes/TackTalk/08Sept26/index.html
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This week will be devoted to the citizens of Johnston that are in the County Council District 1. I'll spend my evenings visiting the Johnston voters leading up to the upcoming meeting on Oct 6th at the Chamber of Commerce bld. Make plans to join us at 7pm on Monday the 6th. This is not just for Republicans it's for the citizens of Johnston that have been left out of the process in the past.
I look forward to seeing you soon.
Trace Faust -  Candidate for District 1 seat on the Edgefield County Council
web posted September 28, 2008

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I can assure you that the administration, faculty and staff of Johnston Elementary do not think the school is perfect.  If they did they would not spend countless hours planning, reading professional books, observing teachers in the classroom, attending in-services, etc.  The teachers at JES work hard everyday to ensure that each child receives the education they need and deserve…just like EVERY school in Edgefield County does…or should. 

If you have a problem with the education that your special needs child receives(ed) you should take this up with the school principal, guidance counselor or Donna Strom. 

I believe Mr. Lee had “second thoughts” because he wasn’t sure if he “had” what it would take to make DES the school it should be.  I am sorry if you are upset about the new principal at DES.  Many in the county are just as upset and shocked.  However, concerns should be taken up with those who made the decision – not by bashing another school.  Please don’t create a problem for schools just trying to do what is best for students. 
web posted September 28, 2008

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The STHS Band annual fruit sale is in progress. The last date to place your order will be November 6, 2008. For more information, please contact Becky Turner at 803-637-0093 or Van Clark at 803-275-1768.

Editor's note: This information is also listed in the Happenings Section all month. Find other events taking place in the area there as well.
web posted September 28, 2008

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I watched the deabate Friday night and I was ashamed of (Sen.) John McCain. (Sen.) Obama would keep repeating "8 years of failed Bush policies" for the fannie and freddie collapse and NOT ONE TIME did McCain point out it was the DEMONcrats that did this!!!! He may be a war hero but if you ask me he is a coward! He is pandering to the left once again and trying to distance himself from Pres Bush. He better grow a pair or I'm staying home on Nov 4.

Editor's note: That would be the worst thing to do even if you do not support Sen. MaCain (which, I do not). Letting a Marxist (Sen. Obama) get elected would be a total disaster for the nation and individual freedom.
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The Strom High School Rebel Regiment will be in competition Saturday, October 4, 2008 at White Knolls HIgh School in Lexington, SC. Performance time for the rebels will be at 6:45PM. Please come out and support these fantastic band students.
web posted September 28, 2008

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A Great Video on the Underlying Causes for the Wall Street Meltdown
Ladies, Gents,
   I’ve been really reading up and trying to get up to speed on this $700B (really $2 Trillion) dollar bailout for Wall Street.  This video link was posted on the Drudge Report for a few days….and it is really good, in 10 minutes it really ties everything together..and trust me, it will make you angry enough to clean house in Washington!   You may have to watch it again and pause it to get all the details.   If the hyper-link doesn’t work, just cut and paste it into your browser, or type in “Burning Down the House” in You Tube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5tZc8oH--o
web posted September 28, 2008

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Please use the link below to read about John McCain's support for big casino gambling.
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/28/us/politics/28gambling-web.html?hp

Editor's note: I sure wish you would try to give a reason to vote for Sen. Obama rather than reasons to vote against Sen. McCain. Is it because there are no reasons to vote "for" Sen. Obama?
web posted September 28, 2008

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Wow, another week full of news. Did anyone see the Palin/Couric interview. It is scary to think that if McCain is elected, and something were to happen to him, she would be in charge. Talk about a BIMBO. I didn't know that Russia was thinking of invading Alaska. It seems as though the Repubs would have done a better job preparing her to answer questions from the press. It just shows how inexperienced the McCain advisors are in preparing the candidates. Even the arch conservative pundits are turning on her. Some have even said that they are embarassed by her answers in the interview with Couric.
Times have gotten tough. I was listening to the national news on Friday evening and they mentioned that gas would be tough to get this weekend. I went to get some a little after 7 and could not find a drop in Edgefield or Johnston. I would hate to see a bail out for Wall Street greedmongers, but if something is not done, lots of people are going to start losing their jobs and no one is going to be able to borrow any money, no matter how high your credit score.
Did anyone else notice that (deleted)-eating grin smile that Johnny "Suspend my campaign to muddle up negotiations in Washington" McCain kept flashing at the debate on Friday night. It was good to see him wiped off the map by Obama. One thing that really struck me was when Obama talked about how China has spread its dominance all over the globe while the US has focused only on Iraq. If we are fighting Al Qaida, and they have a presence in 60 countries all over the world, then why are we focused only on Iraq. In the meantime, China has been building and drumming up business in Africa, Central America, and South America; securing oil for its reserves and to advance its cause; while we have seen our economy collapse, basically implode from the inside out. 
It has been three weeks now since I asked all of you to send in names of any local churches that allow women to serve as deacons. I have seen 0 names. What hippocracy and sexism? You would think that if a women could possibly be elected VP, that she could serve as a deacon at a church. I guess that women in the local area will always be seen as second class citizens in the eyes of local churches.
Have a great day!!

Editor's note: Palin for President.
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Monk Coleman for president!
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As I sit here and watch the local news on tv I can only shake my head and just think how stupid these people are sitting in these long lines waiting to get gas. The gas is not going away. My family and I used to run a local wholesale gasoline company here in the county, and trust me it will be here for a long time to come. If a station runs out of gas, then wait a day or two and they should receive a shipment of gas, or just go on to the next one, or just don't drive anywhere; walk--its good for you. The only time i really drive my vehicle is to work and back home, and i only fill up at the most twice a month, and that is with diesel fuel. Which has been a whole lot higher in price then gas has been. If everybody would just chill out things will get back to normal. In the time being I will sit here and watch all these crazy people panic for no reason at all, but it seems that this is what the world is coming to anymore. 
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I am looking for maternaty clothes for a petite lady, around 5 ft.she is 3 months along. If you or anyone you know has them or want to sale them, please call, 275-3750. If no answer leave message.
web posted September 27, 2008

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To the poster that responded to “special ed children ruining education”.

You surely didn’t mean the statement “I can only pray that if and when your have your own child or grandchild that they are special needs.”   Why would you want an innocent child punished for the hurtful words spoken by its parents or grandparents?  ­I can only pray that God didn’t hear your prayer. There are enough special needs and neglected children being born without praying that more would be.  We don’t all have to have a special needs child to be more sensitive to their situations, so just be a little more careful how you express yourself. 
web posted September 27, 2008

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To the Person who complained about Bruce Lee at Douglass. OH PLEEAAASSSSSEEE!  Your just upset because Mr Lee did not cowtail to all of your demands like the pevious principal did. Sammie Williams catered to his own race when it came to employees and students. Mr Lee would not do this so it probably pissed you off. And yes JOHNSTON ELEMENTARY is PERFECT. We are glad to have mr Lee back, he was a great asset to this school. As for special needs kids , my child was special needs and attended DES with Amy Williams and she was wonderful, but once my child entered 4k the teacher had no clue as to my childs needs. She was clueless and uncompassionate. Most of these special needs kids are passed over for education because most of the higher ups in the district refuse to see anything wrong with these kids. I constantly was told "Oh we don't see anything wrong with your child" Are you doctors? NOOOOOO! So parents beware if your child is special needs they will most likely get passed over because they refuse to see anything wrong with them. They are the experts right? Yeah Sure!
web posted September 27, 2008

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Thursday night I had to come to Strom Thurmond High School for a football game.  I have not been part of the panic at the gas stations and only buy gas when I need it.  I was low and went by the stations in town and one had a line of 25 to 30 vehicles.  I went on to (another station) and saw that they had a pump open with a white female in a white pickup truck pumping gas in her vehicle.  I pulled in behind her to wait to get gas, even though the sign said $3.99.  After several minutes, she ensured that she filled her vehicle to the rim and removed the nozzle.  As I was waiting for her to pull off, she reached inside her truck and pulled out a white grocery bag and put it on the nozzle.  I looked at her and she shrugged her shoulders.  I rolled down my window in confusion and asked what she was doing.  She responded that she had payed for her gas earlier in the day and that the other stations in town had gas.  She smiled and walked away.
 
Obviously, this individual was an employee or family member.  It is also obvious that the station was not out of gas, which may be part of the overall problem.  It appears to me that maybe some of the stations who close off their pumps  are not doing so because their tanks are empty.  I know that I will never buy as much as a candy bar from that business again.  
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The van that clvfd is selling was not donated , it was purchased about 7 years ago and is now being sold. No other dept. has given clvfd  any vehicle , they all had to be purchased. The other departments were contacted to see if they were interested in the van and they declined.
web posted September 27, 2008

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Wondering minds want to know if the rumor is true about Countyline Fire Dept having an ambulance donated to them from the County.  If this rumor is true, were you at the County Council meeting?    This explains, when I drove down HWY 25 the other day, why they are selling their First Responder van.  Can you find out these answers for me:  Why were they the chosen one, when there are a couple of other Dept with a lot less income and are scraping to get by?  Why are they selling their First Responder van instead of donating it to one of those departments?

Edito'rs note: As I understand the CLFD is selling the van on the roadside. If it was donated it should have been passed onto the other deprived fire stations (Westside or the Northside VFD) once the additional needs of the department were met.
web posted September 26, 2008

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When are the owners/operators of the businesses on Main Street going to find another place to park their vehicles rather than right at their front door?  I only get 30 minutes for lunch and I like to eat at the restaurant on Main Street but just about every time I go, the owner and his employees are parked right out front.  Now, there is a new business across the street and the employees of that business are parking out front as well.

Editor's note: I know that the owner of one Main St. business has all employees (and the owner) parking behind the business. I am unsure of others.
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Dear Editor: Thank you so much for your response to the person from the Merriweather area referring to themselves as being from North Augusta when they are actually Edgefield County residents that happen to have a North Augusta mailing address.  Newcomers need to realize the importance of becoming a part of, and involved in, the county those chose to live in.  Those of us originally from the Merriweather do not consider ourselves "from North Augusta".  Some Edgefield County residents even have Clarks Hill addresses, but that doesn't mean that you live on the lake.  Mail routes do not determine the community that you live in.  We are lucky to live in Edgefield County and should be proud to be a part of the community that we live in. 

Editor's note: We are Merriwether. This is our community. We do not need the City of North Augusta to encroach any further than they already have. The Merriwether Community needs to incorporate to stop North Augusta and the Edgefield County Council's long term plan to sell us out to N.A.

Merriwether finally has a representative that understands that and being a life-long member of the Merriwether Community, those ties lie deep in the community. North Augusta has publicly said they would be the largest municipality in Edgefield County and Merriwether Councilman Joel Hudson never batted an eye or even opposed the encroachment. I guess that is why he will not be returning to the council in January.
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I was upset over the departure of Mr. Bruce Lee from Douglas Elementary to become principal of Johnston Elementary. I am disappointed in Mr. Lee because one of his first sayings about coming to DES was that he had second thoughts before taking the job. This is not only hard for a staff to understand, but especially hard for the parents who are so proud of DES. And now we are told that we will not have an Asst. Principal because we do not have enough students to have one.

What is so disturbing is that much of our population is that of students who qualify for Special Education Services. One principal cannot possibly run an entire school and provide the needed services for all students. The new principal, Mrs. Chera Clark, has not worked with Special Services. One candidate for the position of Asst. Principal has spent all of her teaching career in Special Services. She would have been such an asset to the school in this position.

DES did not make AYP this past year. Why hasn’t the district realized that we need help and stability. Mr. Lee tried to make DES a model of Johnston Elementary, but he obviously failed. We need to see someone take over our school who has proven stability in raising test scores, motivating ALL students, and showing proven growth in both teacher and student achievement. My fear is that the state will step in to take over this school when the district appears to be doing little to prevent it.

It is also to be noted that Mrs. Sandra Friar, School District Employee, sent out an email stating that both schools were surveyed to determine what they wanted to see in the choice of a principal. The DES staff cannot recall being surveyed.

DES is a family oriented school. But one can just imagine how our family felt knowing that Mr. Lee started so much good work, but now it shows that his heart wasn’t really here. We do wish him the best of luck as he returns to his perfect Johnston Elementary.
web posted September 26, 2008

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Re: Editor's note: Yes. Do I support the current funding mechanism? No. Recreation should not be listed as a millage rate. It should be a line item with the full discretion of the county council overseeing and monitoring the funds.

Please explain what you mean as millage rate and the line item with full discretion etc

Editor's note: The money used for recreation should not be derived from a millage rate that stops the county council from being able to cut or expand funding for the program. As a "line item" the county is free to expand or contract the funding as needed. Recreation was "sold" to the county as a program that would fund itself and has since swallowed up millions with little or no accountability. That has to end.
web posted September 26, 2008

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My husband and I have been talking about you a lot in the last few days.  We just can't figure you out.  You're a news man.  A member of the media... and yet.............. you have absolutely nothing in common with the other news folks we see daily. You're honest.  You don't sensationalize.  You tell the story, facts are facts.  How is this possible?

Editor's note: The facts are what the facts are. I do not make them, I just report them. The rest is up to the reader as to what they make of the facts.
web posted September 26, 2008

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Please, please, please advise everyone you know that they absolutely can   not go to the polls wearing any Obama shirts, pins or hats, it is   against  the law and will be grounds to have the polling officials to turn you  away.   That is considered campaigning and no one can campaign within x amount   of   feet to the polls. They are banking on us being excited and not being   aware   of this long standing law that you can bet will be enforced this   year!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
Shoot.. I think all Obama folks should have "Obama 08" tattooed on their foreheads.

Editor's note: Due to the expected record turnout, Republicans will vote on Nov 4 and Democrats will vote on Nov. 5. This will ease the burden on poll workers. Those wishing to wear Obama shirts will be allowed to wear them when they arrive to vote on Nov. 5. For those Democrats dumb enough to believe that, you deserve not to be able to vote.
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How much anybody want to bet that the Hispanics that caused the wreck on Addison didn't have a valid drivers license and/or INSURANCE!   degenerates! That ought to be automatic deportation.
web posted September 26, 2008

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Greg Anderson is a pander-monger, whiner, and his true spineless character has been revealed. We don't need a pander-monger representing the 25th district of SC. Someone please tell me something that Greg Anderson has done that has advanced piblic policy or where he has submitted some kind of legislation to help the people of the 25th district. We have enough whiners and pander-mongers in Columbia. We need to send Shane Massey back so we have someone who knows how to get the job done. Anderson represents the ECSB and the Johnston Town Council.
web posted September 26, 2008

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Dear Edgefield Daily Editor,
What if you could win money for registering your employees to vote? It would be a great idea if you can tell them who to vote for... and the taxpayers will help pick up the tab! Learn how Inez Tenenbaum and friends have teamed up with the school boards union at: SC Schools Boards still breaking ethics laws
web posted September 26, 2008

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Editor's post: I find this very interesting. Before Hurricane Ike hit gas in the ground rose to $5.25 a gallon on fears there would be a shortage when there wasn't one. Now that the disruption in the refineries for a week actually produces real shortages as they gear back up in production, gas is selling at $3.54 a gallon (except at stations that want to keep raking in high profits).

So, query this; If gas in the ground that was selling for around $3.40 a gallon rose to $5.25, why are these gas stations selling gas now when there is a real shortage in production to the area at $3.54? Why, gas prices should be $1.85 a gallon higher if what they said then was true.

Face facts. You can't stop buying gas from those retailers that stuck it to you when they could because you needed gas (or are doing so now). But you can stick it to them where it counts; In their pocketbook. Buy your gas and nothing else. No drinks, no cigarettes, no chips, snacks, or any other item from inside the store. Get those items at the grocery store where it is cheaper anyway. Their real profits come from inside the store not at the pump (unless they raise the price of gas $1.85 in a few hours again.)

If you really want to make your dissatisfaction known, there is no better way that I can think of. Go back to the way things were when I was a child. If you need some sugar, borrow it from your neighbor (you should know them) and repay them with a pound after you return from the grocery store rather than run to the local convenience store to pay a price 50% to 80% higher than the grocery store. You will still save money and that is what it is all about.

Readers are free to submit their ideas on how to save money and they will be published.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Surprisingly, there has only been on post since the original one on Sept 17th on the removal of a teacher from STHS.  It was mentioned in the editors note the this teacher had not been cooperating with police in the investigation of his "wife's death".  I think it is VERY worth mentioning that this person was married to and seperated from his wife who was found murdered, in fact, stabbed to death.  Graphic and disturbing as this is, it is the fact and people should know it.  The fact that this teacher hasn't cooperated with police speaks volumes. Where are the parents of our students?  Perhaps they do not even realize their little Tom or Suzy was in the presence of this person.  SCARY. The editor said there would be follow-up on his part. We are waiting.

Editor's note: I have been following this closely. The teacher in question has never been charged or listed as a suspect in the murder. It would be irresponsible for me to list the information I have at this time. The teacher has been removed from the classroom and the matter is still under review. The School Board does not meet for another two weeks and it may be addressed at that time.

Currently it is a personnel issue and the information I have is not for publication.
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Here we go again, Merriwether Fire Department has to come bale out CountyLine Fire Department. Thanks Merriwether Fire Department and the tax payers of Merriwether's district for paying for CountyLine's Fire coverage.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Just a thought for the S.C. Senate Race. It is easy to spell Democrat.
Don't Ever Mention Our Character Right Admonishes Testament
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Offshore drilling ban expires. http://www.canadaeast.com/rss/article/424871
web posted September 25, 2008

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Who would I need to get in contact with to assist convicted felons find work. I don’t understand they are granted probation or parole but when they are out they can’t find work and none of the businesses around will hire them. My question is how are they to start over when no one will give them a chance to prove that they have been rehabilitated? Are there any city officials whom I can contact to see if there is assistance for these people who want a job but just can’t get one because of their criminal history?  Keep in mind there is always room for change; therefore we shouldn’t judge someone by a mistake that they have made.

Editor's note: That is a new one for me. I would suggest contacting the Office of Pardons and Parole. As far as private businesses, you have to respect their decision not to hire people who have been convicted of crimes when there are so many out there that are looking for jobs that have stayed on the straight and narrow. That would be like complaining that you can't get a loan because you have failed to pay back previous loans.

Don't blame others when you have to start at the bottom of the list because of your own actions.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Oil spectulators or manipulators?
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Thanks for including North Augusta News!  You do a better job than our local Augusta Chronicle and the other Edgefield country papers. North Augusta families who live in Edgefield County appreciate all
you do to give us current events in are area.  Also, it's nice not to have to wait a week to get daily news!!!

Editor's note: Thank you for your kind comments. EdgefieldDaily.com, in conjunction with our news partners, assures readers of the most up-to-date information that is available for our area. If you live in Edgefield County with a North Augusta address you are a resident of Merriwether, not North Augusta.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Do you support the ECR (Edgefield County Recreation)? Inquiry minds wants to know

Editor's note: Yes. Do I support the current funding mechanism? No. Recreation should not be listed as a millage rate. It should be a line item with the full discretion of the county council overseeing and monitoring the funds.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Dear Edgefield Daily Editor,
2-in-3 public school 8th graders students can’t read or write at grade level! ...and 4-in 5-can't do math proficiently! The results of the recent PACT tests are both startling and depressing, but some folks are still unwilling to face up to these sad facts.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Re: "There is an old saying in politics and in life - if they're shooting at you, you're probably doing something right."

CW: Please tell us what you have done that is "right". Please give us a list of your accomplishments that have affected public policy or where you have proposed or submitted legislation that has helped the voters of the 25th district. Yesterday, it was announced that the state government is going to adopt what Shane Massey proposed. There will be no voice-only votes and every bit of legislation will be tied to whomever sponsored or supported it. Greg Anderson's naivite of government scares me. He is just rhetoric, rhetoric, and more rhetoric. We need action; not crybaby antics, and as one poster said not more "victimology". "My friends" we need action from a no nonsense person like Shane Massey. Anderson is all NONSENCE.
web posted September 25, 2008

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Whatever your politics, however you lean and however you feel about the current administration, this report is interesting. As tragic as the loss of any member of the US Armed Forces is, consider the below statistics:

The annual fatalities, by any cause, of military members while actively serving in the armed forces from 1980 through 2006:

    1980 2,392 (Carter)
    1981 2,380 (Reagan)
    1984 1,999 (Reagan)
    1988 1,819 (Reagan)
    1989 1,636 (George H W)
    1990 1,508 (George H W)
    1991 1,787 (George H W)
    1992 1,293 (George H W)
    1993 1,213 (Clinton)
    1994 1,075 (Clinton)
    1995 2,465 (Clinton)
    1996 2,318 (Clinton)
    1997    817 (Clinton)
    1998 2,252 (Clinton)
    1999 1,984 (Clinton)
    2000 1,983 (Clinton)
    2001    890 (George W)
    2002 1,007 (George W)
    2003 1,410 (George W)
    2004 1,887 (George W)
    2005    919 (George W)
    2006    920 (George W)
    2007    899 (George W)

    Clinton years (1993-2000): 14,107 deaths
    George W years (2001-2007): 7,932 deaths

Are you surprised when you look at these figures?  They indicate the loss from the two latest Middle East conflicts are less than the loss of military personnel during Clinton 's presidency when America wasn't even involved in a war--unless you include Bosnia and Mogadishu, Somalia. Remember “Blackhawk Down“?  Even more surprising is that in 1980, during Carter presidency, there were 2,392 US military fatalities!

These statistics are published by the Congressional Research Service and may be confirmed at: http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/natsec/RL32492.pdf

“History does not entrust the care of freedom to the weak or timid.” Dwight D. Eisenhower
web posted September 25, 2008

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Please, please, please advise everyone you know that they absolutely can   not go to the polls wearing any Obama shirts, pins or hats, it is   against  the law and will be grounds to have the polling officials to turn you  away.   That is considered campaigning and no one can campaign within x amount   of   feet to the polls. They are banking on us being excited and not being   aware   of this long standing law that you can bet will be enforced this   year!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

They are banking that if you are turned away you will not go home and    change your clothes.. Please just don't wear Obama gear of any sorts to   the   polls!! Please share this information, oh and for those of you who were already aware this was not meant to insult your intelligence. Just trying to cover all grounds.
web posted September 25, 2008

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How many phone calls do you think that Henry Paulson (Sec. of Treasury) receives everyday from his CEO friends at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and all the other smaller investment companies begging for US govt dollars so that they can resign and take away multi-million dollar severance packages. This bail out stinks of corp greed. We should just let the market play out and if the economy suffers, then so be it. In 1987, the market dropped 1500 points and in 87 days had recovered and was making big gains. There was no bail out then. These Wall Street guys got themselves into this mess, so let them dig their way out of it.
web posted September 25, 2008

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I purchased gas at Monks on Saturday of that weekend for $3.89 a gallon. I did pay cash. However Joel Jolly's Shell across the railroad tracks had raised their price to $4.49 a gallon. 60 cents a gallon is price gouging in anybody's book. Credit card or not.
web posted September 25, 2008

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I know Greg Anderson and Shane Massey, like them both, and don’t want to see negative ads.  I received the mail out everybody’s been screaming about.  Basically, the card said Shane has proposed an energy plan, Greg hasn’t, and why not.  Is it because some of Greg’s supporters are liberal environmentalists? That’s negative?  Last week gas was $5.00/gallon.  Tonight, stations in N.A. are out of gas.  We send $700 billion every year to buy oil from countries that hate us.  And it’s negative to say the guy hasn’t said anything about energy?  Heck, I’m more ticked at Greg’s response.  He still didn’t say anything about energy, he just said “Shane’s being mean to me.”

They didn’t call Greg a child molester or an adulterer.  They said he didn’t have an energy plan.  If that’s negative, it would be negative for Greg to criticize Shane’s voting record, and that’s just ridiculous.  We’ve got some real problems in SC (energy’s one of them).  Quit whining and tell me how you want to fix the problem.

By the way, my guess is these “Shane’s all fluff” comments aren’t coming from around here.  There may be folks who disagree with him on some things, maybe even don’t like him, but anyone who’s paid attention in Edgefield knows Shane’s not fluff.  The guy’s involved in our schools and our community, and he’s a hard worker.  If you’ve heard him talk at one of his town hall meetings, you know he’s not fluff.  Disagree with him?  Fine.  But he’s got some substance to him.
web posted September 24, 2008

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In response to the person disagreeing with Joel Jolly's letter trying to justify gas prices rising over the weekend, I also don't believe everything he said.  However, I would like to correct something you said.  You stated that Monk's BP did not raise their prices.  They raised their price like everyone else in Johnston, although they did lower them the follow- ing Monday.  However, they refused to accept credit cards.  I don't know about everyone else, but I personally don't carry around $40 to $70 cash in my wallet for gas.  I use my credit card and pay at the end of the month.  I will say that one of J. Jolly's stations in Johnston accepted my credit card.  
web posted September 24, 2008

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I just wanted everyone to know what a great job the Strom Thurmond High School Rebel Regiment band is doing this year. The performance at this past Saturday’s Midland Valley Mustang Classic was incredible. Mr. Clark and his staff are to be highly commended for a job well done. It was awesome to see such a great color guard. Their outfits are such an improvement from last year, and their performance was impeccable. The band finished third with a superior rating. The music and the show are enjoyable and refreshing.

Again, thanks for making all of us so proud. We also want to give a shout out to the parents and fans for winning the Spirit Award at the competition. As we’ve always said, “You just can’t hide that Rebel Pride”.
web posted September 24, 2008

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What (Greg Anderson) says: "I make no apologies for being the better candidate who understands the need for a balanced energy policy that meets our energy demands and protects our needs for clean water and clean air."

What I say: Instead of telling us you have a plan. Write down your plan and submit it for review by the people. Massey has action behind his words. All you have is words. What plan do you have to balance our energy needs? How will you protect our water and air? Give us some meat to chew on if you want us to vote for you. So far, all I have seen from Anderson is talk. Talk is cheap. 
web posted September 24, 2008

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Bashing Democrats are as stupid as that picture but you got it right, ya’ll hit the nail on the haed but we’ve been hitting the nail on the head. That’s how republicans work, all screwed up.

This is what (someone) posted…I LOVED the picture you posted about the bear being a democrat. PRICELSS! You hit the nail on the haed!

Editor's note: I do not correct the spelling of those who send in comments.
web posted September 24, 2008

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I got the mailer that Greg (Anderson) is complaining about but I don't see nothing negative about it. Why did he say any thing said about him (was) an attack? He needs to get over his hyper sensitivity. Sounds like a crybaby. I was gonna vote for Greg (Anderson) until he jumped on the victimology thought process of the democrats. He can say what he wants but if he is letting them run him already he aint gonna do what we want if elected he is gonna do what THEY want. My vote is going back to (Sen.) Shane (Massey).
web posted September 24, 2008

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Re: Editor's note: And Obama has the great leaders of the failed Fannie and Freddie working as his economic advisors.

Rick Davis, Co-Campaign manager for McCain was the chief lobbyist for the Federal Homeowners Association that lobbied against any kind of regulation reform for Fannie and Freddie. He received millions to make sure that lawmakers passed no reforms for Fann/Fredd. This was all done during 2003-2006, while the Repubs still held majorities in both houses. There are no good ends to this story. While the government made it easier for unqualified borrowers to get mortgages, it was the underhanded mortgage brokers, greedy bankers, and rip-off investment bankers that have caused all this mess. These rip-off artists found loopholes in federal and state regulations and statutes and took us all for a ride as taxpayers. I do not think that CEOs of corps failing should receive "golden parachutes". The combination of housing busts, greed, and $12 billion a month to Iraq is going to break this country. The younger generation are going to have to pay for this mess with  enormous tax bills in the future.

Editor's note: I agree, but it is record that John McCain did try to force regulation of Fannie and Freddie in 2006 and Barney Frank and the Democrats stopped it saying there were no problems in either government funded company that Democrat party officials were controlling.
web posted September 24, 2008

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Editor's post: So the bailout of the Democrat scheme of Fannie and Freddie by President Bush that gave the world stock market a huge boost last week was short circuited by Democrats on Monday and sent the market crashing. I can see the headlines for Tuesday - "Bush failed economic policies create downturn in stock market". Democrats (the media) will never blame the Democrats for the pain they cause this country. Thank God for the internet. No wonder the New York Times, L. A. times, and the national broadcast "news" television stations are tanking. Smart people are tired of the biased lies they promulgate day in and day out.
web posted September 23, 2008

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To the person that is tired of reading the "same old story" about North Augusta Golf and Country Club.
If you think you are tired of this story, try being someone that is connected to the club.  I am an ex-employee of the club and I can tell you that the employees and members are some of the finest people I have ever known and this hurts them in more ways than you can imagine. These people have been though a great deal, but yet they look forward to better days.  We can only hope and pray that the person or persons that are causing this damage is caught and put in jail..People at this club are trying to more forward against all odds, lets hope things get better for them. We should all pray for every one who works there, because they have given up so much.  We should applaud the members that have stayed to support the club and we should pray that Fred and Ron (the owners) are able to move forward and build the new club.
web posted September 23, 2008

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I LOVED the picture you posted about the bear being a democrat. PRICELSS! You hit the nail on the haed!
web posted September 23, 2008

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Why did you put the picture of that butt ugly woman that got arrested in Ca. in your paper? I won't sleep for a week. Why the (heck) would someone pay for her to come to edgefield for a visit? I'd pay for her to stay the (heck) out of here. (Darn) we got enuf ugly folks around here as it is we sure don't need to be importing them. I gots to go puke again. Thanks alot for nothing.

Editor's note: I do not create who is arrested for crimes, I just report it.
web posted September 23, 2008

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I see that Shane Massey is going negitive with his mail out. I will vote for greg Anderson now.

Editor's note: The mailer was not sent by the Shane Massey campaign and they had nothing to do with it or its content. If the KKK wanted to put out a mailer for "candidate X" it is illegal for the candidate to contact the group to tell them to stop or alter their actions. Take time to look at who claims responsiblity for the mailer before you point fingers. You will see more of the same coming from those who support Greg Anderson (and Shane Massey) before the election is over. Are you willing to have the blame for that placed at his feet? I doubt it.
web posted September 23, 2008

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I enjoyed your column on the mortgage situation. It was to the point and backed up with facts that the news never reports. Thank you for everything you do. It must be a lot of work to stay abreast of local, state and national politics.

Editor's note: Thank you for your kind comments.
web posted September 23, 2008

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Dear Edgefield Daily Editor,
Across the state, responsible and engaged parents worry about their children in public school classrooms. Some see partisan instruction and government endorsement of certain behaviors as an affront to the values they teach in their homes. But the tax code punishes parents who home school or select private schools for their kids. All this begs the question:
Public Schools as Government Religion?!
web posted September 23, 2008

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Somebody today called Shane Massey "fluff". I could not agree more. Let's face it. Shane is young and inexperienced and incapable of shaking up anything. Now he gives the impression that he can solve the gas crisis in his attack ad. Get real. This is why I cannot vote for him again. He is trying to act too much like a tough guy but you can see right through it He would be better off changing his style. I do not know Greg Anderson but I like what I see so far. He takes a common sense approach and wants to take up for the district. He just seems more experienced to me as well as more realistic. But that's just my opinion.
web posted September 23, 2008

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It is a shame that, the town of Trenton, let (one man) monopolize the stores. Now there is only one choice. Edgefield is heading the same way. What are Billy Padgett, and the rest of them (Trenton Town Council) doing? To have that eyesore, is a disgrace to the Trenton community. Good ole boys!

Editor's note: The same person that is taking over Edgefield stores is moving into Johnston.
web posted September 23, 2008

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I really wish the owners and the workers in the businesses located on Main St. and/or the town square in Edgefield would find an alternate place to park.  Just about every time I try to do business up there I have to walk a mile.  When I get to the front door, there sits the owner parked right at the front door.  You should want to make it convenient for your customers to visit your store and leave those spots open for them.  This is not just happening with one or two stores, it is happening with the majority of them.
web posted September 23, 2008

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I just wanted to say thank you for what you do. You catch a lot of hell for letting us say what we want but you just keep on keeping on. Edgefield Daily is the best thing that ever happened to Edgefield County.

Editor's note: Thank you for reading.
web posted September 23, 2008

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I just want to know the ? From you. Is it that you want to get all the Democratic out of the office so you and the Good Ole Boys can run it? What a mess we all would be in because I see how you degrade people just in Edgefield Co Lord knows what you would do in the Dog house (whoops I mean the White House) right. You do what you do best. Keep scratching.

Editor's note: Heck no, I want most Republicans gone too. As I have stated, of the 535 in Congress I would keep about 30 to 35, the rest need to hit the road. For the record, of those I would keep there are Republicans and Democrats included.

Now, if you want to stick up for our local leaders who are always jumping out of the frying pan and into the fire, be my guest. I'm not degrading them, just telling people what they are doing. Is the truth hitting too close to home?
web posted September 23, 2008

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I understand the Town of Johnston is broke.  They don't have the funds for beautification. The downtown Johnston area looks bad. Dead trees,dead schrubs, and torn down welcome signs at the four corners of town. Where is the Johnston Garden Club? They have always taken an active roll in beautification. This is an embarrassment to the town.
web posted September 23, 2008

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You certainly sidestepped the comment on the Vandalisms with your spew of NAugusta and AikenCty.  Is NACC in Aiken county ?  North Augusta ?  You are all the time talking about NA taking over parts of Edgefield Cty and for them to stay the heck out.  Now you whine since they don't patrol or assist outside their jurisdiction ?  They assisted at the fire, as did a few others.  You get a ticket on Martintown Rd or something ?  Don't speed in NA, simple.  Why not let a private security firm do it and it will end.  Edgefield Cty sure isn't in a rush.

Editor's note: No, never had a speeding ticket in N.A. For your information, about half of the NACC is in the City limits of NA. We just get to do our and their job without their help. Typical. Granted, I know two officers that have recently joined the NAPD force and they are great officers, unlike the rest of the (solve the crime before you get there) Keystone mornons that work for the department. I have boycotted all things in N.A. for over five years and have no plans to stop now. I buy Edgefield County first, Columbia County second, and Richmond County last.

The wonderful Edgefield County Council thinks three deputies can patrol 507 square miles and be all things to all people and at all places...  I would bet the Sheriff's Office solves a higher percentage of serious crimes in EC than the NAPD does in their little city with ten times the officers.
web posted September 23, 2008

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This has been verified by the FBI (their link is also included below). Please pass this on to everyone. It is spreading fast so be prepared should you get this call. Most of us take those summonses for jury duty seriously, but enough people skip out on their civic duty, that a new and ominous kind of fraud has surfaced. 

The caller claims to be a jury coordinator. If you protest that you never received a summons for jury duty, the scammer asks you for your Social Security number and date of birth so he or she can verify the information and cancel the arrest warrant. Give out any of this information and bingo; your identity was just stolen. 

The fraud has been reported so far in 11 states, in cluding Oklahoma, Illinois, and Colorado. This (swindle) is particularly insidious because they use intimidation over the phone to try to bully people into giving information by pretending they are with the court system. The FBI and the federal court system have issued nationwide alerts on their web sites, warning consumers about the fraud. 

Check it out here:  http://www.fbi.gov/page2/june06/jury_scams060206.htm

And here:  http://www.snopes.com/crime/fraud/juryduty.asp
web posted September 23, 2008

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Here are some tidbits about one person working for McCain. Fiorina was his top economic advisor. However, after lat week's performance and the embarassment she brought to the campaign, even though it was the truth, she has been moved to the background for now.

"Equally laughable is the McCain-Palin ticket’s born-again outrage over the greed of Wall Street C.E.O.’s. When McCain’s chief financial surrogate, Fiorina, was fired as Hewlett-Packard’s chief executive after a 50 percent drop in shareholders’ value and 20,000 pink slips, she took home a package worth $42 million.

The McCain campaign canceled Fiorina’s television appearances last week after she inadvertently admitted that Palin was unqualified to run a corporation".

$42 million after failing as CEO of Hewlett-Packard. This is the meat of what McCain believes in. The jobs of the middle class are of no concern; so long as the CEOs take home the bacon when they get fired.

Editor's note: And Obama has the great leaders of the failed Fannie and Freddie working as his economic advisors.
web posted September 23, 2008

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Editor's post: I get a real kick out of the line that there are “more Democrats than Republicans” in the United States in constant news reports about how the messiah Obama is not polling with double digit leads as they (the media) expects.

In the last 40 years only two Democrats have been elected as President. But I am supposed to believe the media when they pound the mantra that there are more Democrats than Republicans?

Then again, maybe they (the media and Democrats) are counting those in prison and in the country illegally as voters. You have to include your “base” when adding up the numbers I guess.  The Democrats are pushing an effort this year titled "felons can vote".  Edgefield County has seen more felons trying to get their records expunged in the last 7 months than they have in the last 15 years. So at least we know the Democrats are reaching their "base".

Just for the record, below are the results of the last 40 years of elections.

Republican Richard Nixon 1969-74
Republican Gerald Ford 1974-77
Democrat Jimmy Carter 1977-81
Republican Ronald Reagan 1981-89
Republican George H. Bush 1989-93
Democrat Bill Clinton 1994-2001
Republican George W. Bush 2001- present

If the record holds true Republicans get elected twice before a Democrat gets elected period. Seems 2008 isn't going to be their year. Maybe 2012? Watch Hillary and the Clinton machine bury Obama before November. After all, if Obama wins she is never going to get a chance to be president and that is not in the Clinton playbook.

It seems Democrats are reaching out to the animal population as well for a win in 2008. Take a look at this picture.
web posted September 22, 2008

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your a ass

Editor's note: You are a reader. Government educated I would bet.
web posted September 22, 2008

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I thought you might find this intersting. My son (is) a ciatadel cadet and former student of Strom Thurmond HS (and) is a member of The Citadel Regimental Band.
http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/sep/21/shame_on_princeton_band55311/
web posted September 22, 2008

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One year ago, Shane Massey wanted everybody to sign a pledge that all candidates would not do negative campaigning. Now he is the FIRST candidate to start it. What's the matter Shane? You know everyone is going to find out that you have not done one thing to shake up Columbia? How could you with a lobyist campaign manager. Got to do what they tell you don't you.
web posted September 22, 2008

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Shame on you Shame Massey. I got an attack ad from you this weekend saying untrue things about Greg Anderson. What happened to your pledge from the last election of no negative campaign ads? What happened to that "he's a good kid" image you try to fool people with? You drew first blood by negatively attacking Greg Anderson when I know for a fact he has asked that no one say anything negative about you.But all bets are off now. I called him and he said he would now expose your record. Against prayer in public schools, against the DNA bill, against the cigarette tax. These are facts about you, not distortions like you tried to say about Greg. You are just a bunch of fluff and you have just lost any chance you had of winning the election.
web posted September 22, 2008

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Has anyone been to (a local chain store) lately?  I went last week and the lady who rang me up spit tobacco juice into a bottle while she was ringing up my purchase.  Am I the only one who finds this disgusting?  I also thought that the atmosphere was not friendly like it used to be.  What happened to customer service?
web posted September 22, 2008

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Shane Massey sent out a negative mailer this weekend because the conservation group endorsed Greg Anderson for state senate. I want to remind everyone that this is the same group that also endorsed Mark Sanford over Tommy Moore. He was thrilled to get the endorsement but now that Shane did not get it, he is trying to make it look bad. This is a politically unbiased group that interviews candidates thoroughly before they endorse anyone. The fact that they endorsed Greg Anderson over the incumbant shows how weak Shane really is. And the fact that Shane has started with attack ads must mean his poll numbers are not good. I am disappointed but not surprised that Shane has stooped this low.
web posted September 22, 2008

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I want to know the names of the so-called citizens that received a letter concerning their robbing of ordinary people like you and me. I'll betcha Joel Jolly is one. He who smelt it dealt it. I want to give kudos and thanks to Monk Coleman's BP in Johnston. He did not raise his prices. Even though there might have been "layers of gas in his tanks " he never changed his price. As Bill O'Reilly says, He is a
patriot. As for Joel Jolly and Edgefield Fuel and so-called Convenience, they are all pin-heads.

Editor's note: Dodge's Store in Edgefield kept their prices stable until they ran out while everyone around them raised their prices. And they sold gas below $3.80 when they refilled while everyone around them were still above $4.

Proof positive independents better serve the general public over conglomerates.
web posted September 22, 2008

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Aside from the following penalty, how about Strom Thurmond's kicker with the big hit in the final minute of the game?  ST's special teams are definitely a weapon this year on the field.  Keep it up guys and GO REBS!!!
web posted September 22, 2008

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We need a debate bewteen the two opponents in the local State Senate race. We need to find out how the democratic contender will:
1) create jobs in the 25th district
2) bring a fair share of education dollars to the 25th district
3) expand access to quality, affordable health care and provide assistance to offset the cost of prescription medications
4) reduce class size in our schools
5) put more technology in the classroom

Does "forward thinking" mean he will raise our taxes? He seems out of touch because our state government had a defict of at least $100 million dollars last fiscal year. Shawn Massey is working hard with real action, while the democratic contender has just words. He seems to be a real "blowhard", kind of like that muslim fella running for President.

Editor's note: How is it the responsibility of "government" to provide jobs, health care, and medications to individuals? Heck, if they are going to do all that, how about fuel costs. Should "government" pay for my gas too? If they did it would be rationed, just like all of the above would be if it is under "government control".

Thanks, but no thanks, be it from Republicans or Democrats. I prefer to remain a self sufficient individual free from government control. Just so you know, if "government" had their way, the Wandering Minds would have to be shut down. Be careful what you wish for.
web posted September 22, 2008

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This NA country club story is getting a little old.  If the same gate, the same cart storage, at the same time frame happens more than once, it is unbeleivable that surveillance, cameras, and physical security has not been used already.  Next thing we'll hear is the clubhouse doublwide burned down, no suspicion. 

Editor's note: Deputies were back out there again Sunday night. Of course, NAPD and Aiken County would not assist. No TV cameras were there. The NAPD is useless and incompetent anyway. Thank God I live in Edgefield County, I'd hate to have to depend on the Keystone Cops for my protection. I've seen their "investigative abilities" upclose... how pitiful. They couldn't find their way out of a paper bag with instructions.
web posted September 22, 2008

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Wow! It's been an exciting week in the news. Word on Wall Street has it that John McCain's wife took a big hit in the market on Tues and Wed. Her portfolio lost upwards of $35,000,000 (who is the elitist in this election). No wonder Johnny "Used to be for deregulation, but now I have flip-flopped to Regulation " McCain wanted a Blue Ribbon Commission, the SEC Head fired, and more regulation to protect his wife's millions. There was a big sigh of relief in the McCain camp when the stock market rebounded on Friday.
Todd Palin has refused to testify in Trooper-Gate. It seems that the First "Dud" was the muscle of the operation. When someone did not do what Sarah wanted, he would step in and break a few bones. Why would Todd be CCed on government business emails to his personal email accounts. I think most people are starting to realize that Sarah and Todd were part of an Organized Crime racket up in Alaska. It was their way or no way. That's democracy at its finest.
Just this past week there was a 20 year old young woman who was convicted of huffing some kind of chemicals while driving. She wrecked her vehicle and injured the passengers in the vehicle. She was sentenced to 6 years time in the a state corrections facility. If she is serving hard time, it only seems fair that D. Fraley should serve at least 15 years for killing a pedestrian when he was driving while intoxicated. We need to find out exactly who D. Fraley's parents know in local government to receive such favorable treatment.
I am still waiting on those emails that state which churches in Edgefield county allow women to serve as deacons. I have seen no submissions so far. If a woman is qualified to serve as VP, she must be equally qualified to serve as a deacon at a church.
Have a great day!

Editor's note: Wow indeed, I read this headline: Pelosi, Kerry May Share Investor Pain as AIG Stakes Evaporate. Attack private citizens (McCain's wife who was rich before she married him) and forget all about the elected Democrats... Typical liberal tactic.
web posted September 22, 2008

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I want to know who paid off the refs in south aiken? We should have won by 50 points!!!! They called everything back. They (threw) flags on almost all of our plays and touchdowns. What a crock. But the Rebs are better than that and Coach Sawyer showed you can beat a football team and the refs.

Editor's note: I did not see the game (I did listen on the radio) and it did seem there were more flags thrown on the ground than there was after the Democratic Convention. I know the announcers were amazed at some of the calls. However, I believe they went both ways during the game. A lot of them were silly mistakes on both sides of the ball for both teams. The two punt returns for touchdowns called back were heartbreaking.
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Fox Creek showed what a great team we have this year. We beat CA Johnson 40 to 22 so to the person that always puts us down TAKE THAT!  We're on a roll and we're going to keep going.

Editor's note: Fox Creek had an impressive win, but I am not sure if two wins in four years in being "on a roll". I will say that Fox Creek is playing a schedule that is out of their league this year and should be congratulated on their victory over C.A. Johnson.
web posted September 20, 2008

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WHOO HOO!!!  Go Big Rebs! We're going to go undeafeated this year all the way to the state!!

Editor's note: The Rebels looked great Friday night, but South Aiken was 0-3 coming into the game. Not much of a big victory in my opinion. N. Augusta was a good test of the Rebels abilities and Silver Bluff (next week) will be a challenge. Region play has yet to begin too. The last thing the Rebels need to do is get overconfident and end up having their hat handed to them by lesser teams. Right now they are firing on all cylinders, but it only takes one cylinder to shut down to leave the car sitting disabled on the side of the road.
web posted September 20, 2008

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Dear Mr. Editor,
I enjoy Edgefield Daily and want to say what a great resource you provide. I have been reading for about 2 years and I am impressed with the level of coverage (by EdgefieldDaily.com). Thank you for everything you do. I have also been doing some research on (Sen.) Strom Thurmond for a few months and I cannot find information on (Sen.) Thurmond's estate in Edgefield County. I have checked the probate court and the county archives. I know he was born here and died here. Any suggestions?

Editor's note: Sen. Thurmond's estate was handled in Aiken County even though he was born, lived, and died in Edgefield County.
web posted September 20, 2008

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Please post my letter. Dear Mr. Jolly. You will not have to worry about me gouging you at your pumps. I will never do business with you again. You are a pompous ass. There is an old saying when I was in the army, don't (urinate) down my back and tell me it's raining.
web posted September 20, 2008

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Re: Editor's note: It is late (1:30 am) and I have not looked at the link. However, if true, 138 Democrats voted in favor of the deregulation you blame. I still don't know what that has to do with the undeniable links to Clinton's involvement and his former cabinet members that headed up the failed companies. You just seem to continue to overlook that fact.
 
 
What does jobs cabinet members got after they left office have to do with Phil Gramm writing and sponsoring the legislation that you claim is what got our system to where we are today? 
 
At the end of the day, people leave gov't all the time and take jobs in the private sector.  It is what they while in office that matters to us in this situation.  And the fact is that the legislation you blame on todays problems was written by, sponsored by and a majority of the votes for it were from Republicans. 
 
What are your thoughts on Wendy Gramm (Phil's wife) and Enron Board of Directors member making $900,000 per year from Enron while Phil was paving the way for "Enron style energy trading".

Editor's note: Who got all the campaign contributions from Freddie and Fannie after these Democrats left the administration while Clinton was still in office? Who ignored what they were doing even though they were found to have "cooked the books" and are now paying millions in fines (funny how they never go to jail).

No argument from me on Gramm or McCain (Keating Five ring a bell?). But Clinton used legislation passed by Jimmy Carter (the worst President ever) ie: the Community Redevelopment Act, to force lending companies (under threat of federal fines) to loan money to people they knew could not pay it back. So who brought this on? Clinton or Bush?
web posted September 20, 2008

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MR. Jolly’s 9-17-o8 said he paid 4.82/gal and was selling it at $4.99.  then why are the signs showing, $4.19/gal ???  I’m so sorry we are gouging him 

Maybe he has acquired “THE GOOD OLD BOYS BETTIS RULE”. Screw the public, and line my pockets with gold.
web posted September 20, 2008

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Was Joel Jolly's explanation letter about higher gas prices unnecessarily snippy, or did I misunderstand?
web posted September 20, 2008

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Enough with the bickering about price gouging!!! Has anyone ever heard of replacement cost? Gas stations are lucky to profit .05 to .10 cents per gallon. Their profit comes when YOU go in the store to buy 12 ounces of WATER for $1.69. You do the math. And for the person who claims they had 5 gallons of water in their gas tank, don't blame the station you bought it from, find out what terminal they were supplied from and blame them. For your information, gas stations do not make or blend their own product, refineries produce the product and terminals blend the ethanol and distribute the product.

Editor's note: Terminals do not provide mixed fuels in this area as far as I am aware. An ethanol fueling station is located at the corner of Stephens Road and Hyw 25. Drivers pick up their gas product then stop by the ethanol terminal and top off their tanks. The fuel is "mixed" during transport.

Ethanol has a very short "Shelf-life" and is not mixed with gasoline for that reason according to information I have been provided
web posted September 20, 2008

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I notice that someone has posted the voting results of S.900 so you and your readers can see how it breaks down.  How did this get started, you blamed the Democratic controlled congress for the sub prime lending crisis stating

Editor's note: Those darn Democrats in control of Congress sitting back and letting this happen on their watch. We should run them all out of office.
web posted September 16, 2008

Then you have stated that it is Clinton's fault, cause he started all of it, stating of a law that passed in 1999. The facts of the voting seem pretty clear, and it seems hard to imagine how in all this time only Dems are too blame.  As a Republican, I'd like to know that LOCALLY my fellow Republicans are stating the facts and not distorting the view.  I expect that no matter the party affiliation.  MORE IMPORTANTLY, I understand that there is a perception of us that we are dumb down her in the south, but how do we expect to make things better by simply running all Dems out of office.  I believe that you have a level of intelligence, let's use it responsibly like we know you are capable of.

Thank You Sir 

Editor's note: No, I have pointed out several times, and with links, that the events that set everything in motion took place over the 8 years of Clinton's term. I have never blamed just the Democrats. But they are the ones trying to blame only Republicans so I point out how they are more responsible than anyone else. It was not Republican Presidential cabinet members that were run off under a cloud of corruption and fines and SEC violations for their CEO jobs with Freddie and Fannie. It would suit me fine to throw out at least 500 of the 535 members of Congress that allowed this to happen. I would put the remaining 35 on probation.
web posted September 20, 2008

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Dear Edgefield Daily Editor,

Anderson School District 4 is routinely cited as one of South Carolina's "shining stars."

But parents in this middle class community are quickly realizing District 4 is short changing their students.

The hollow "success" of the District 4 is actually a telling insight into the inefficiencies of public school mis-governance. Readers across the state will be startled to learn more:
web posted September 20, 2008

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Editor's post: Comments posted about a teacher that may have over medicated at the Merriwether Middle School seem to be false. According to information provided to me on Thursday stated the teacher took newly prescribed medicine and had a adverse reaction causing the teacher's blood pressure to skyrocket and became "dizzy". There was no overdose or over medicating involved.

The Wandering Minds is not complete today due to following a breaking story on the armed robbery in Johnston. The remaining comments will be posted on Saturday. A few are listed below. I apologize for the delay.

There are 4 tickets to the USC game on Saturday listed today in the Classifieds under the title Tickets.
web posted September 19, 2008

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Am i over looking something or did Mr. Jolly really answer question #3 ?  "" How can you raise the price of fuel when there has not been a tanker on your property all day?" I've read his response several times and it just doesn't seem to answer the question.
 
In response to Aiken Electrics' (Co-op) management/board of trustees- the board will buy (believe) anything he Gary (ceo) will tell them. He will present them with charts and graphs to win them over to his way of thinking, such as putting all the employees on a 9/80 work week (everyone has every other friday or monday off, INCLUDING SALARIED EMPLOYEES), then hiring parttime help on the days that the others are off! All this on top of doing away with co. cars for himself and 6 V.P.s and 2 area directors, claiming to save money by giving very generous car allowances, instead of co. cars. The board in my opinion is either scared of him, gullable, crooked, or not very good honest business people.
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Here is an article titled 545 People that both democrats and republicans alike can relate to. Exercise your power at the voting booth.
web posted September 19, 2008

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Here are the votes on the banking deregulation that led us to where we are.
 
Introduced by Gramm (Republican) in the Sentate.  Winning votes 54-44.  All 54 votes in favor were Republican.  All 44 votes against were Democrat.
 
Introduced by the house by Bliley (Republican) in the House.  Winning votes  334-86.  Republicans in favor 205-16.  Dems in favor 138-69.  http://clerk.house.gov/evs/1999/roll276.xml
 
How was this the Dems fault again?  No sponsors of the legislation and every vote against it in the Senate came from a Democrat. 
 
Undoing the New Deal protections did this.  For someone to think this is a Democratic Party position is laughable at best. 
 
In a nutshell, only 16 Republicans voted against the deregulation that got us where we are today. 
 
And how did John McSame vote?  McCain (R-AZ), Yea   Of course he supported it, as he is funditmentally a deregulator!

Editor's note: It is late (1:30 am) and I have not looked at the link. However, if true, 138 Democrats voted in favor of the deregulation you blame. I still don't know what that has to do with the undeniable links to Clinton's involvement and his former cabinet members that headed up the failed companies. You just seem to continue to overlook that fact.
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I read Mr. Jolly's letter (to the Editor) and felt like he was chastising me for what he and the other gas stations did. What a crock of (excrement). They all raised their prices way over a $1 a gallon and never got a delievery. That Mr. Jolly is gouging. I have called the governor's office and reported what you did.
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Re: Editor's note: "The whole catalyst of the leading fallout (Fannie and Freddie) which is leading to other banks and institutions failing can be traced to Pres. Clinton in the 1990's.  That was when his administration forced, under penalty of law, leading companies to offer loans to people they knew could not pay for the loans which created the sub-prime lending scam. In fact, Clinton cabinet members joined the companies and got paid hundreds of millions of dollars and left under investigation (never hear that in the news do you?).

When the Democrats took over Congress they would not allow investigations and regulators to act to prevent the crisis they now want to blame on Pres. Bush. Granted, I blame Pres. Bush for not using the bully pulpit to scream this from the mountain tops, but he didn't.

When you hear the term "affordable housing" think "welfare housing" because the people in those homes are wanting taxpayers to pay for them being in a house they cannot afford. I am already paying for a house, I have no interest or desire to pay for someone else's house and that is what the Democrats are wanting me, you, and every other taxpayer to do.  "
 
1.  So, it was the undoing of New Deal policies that led to this?  Is that what you just said?
2.  The Dems took over Congress in Jan 2007.  This law was passed in 1999.  Are you saying that from the time it passed in 1999 to Jan 2007, everything was fine?   Please explain the timeframe you are referring to in the second paragraph. 
 
What was Phil Gramm's role in your opinion in this deregulation?
 
Which major party, Dems or Republican is generally seen as the de-regulators?  This one is easy.
 
Looking back on privatizing Social Security....do you wish our Social Securities funds were tied to these Wall Street losses?  Who's idea was privatizing SS?  I'd say there is plenty of blame to go around.  At the core, the two major parties are both beholden to large corporations and really only offer slight differences to us voters.

Editor's note: First off, the privatization of SS funds was limited to 5% of the total investment in the system, not the whole thing and it could be passed on as an investment (you only lose money if you sell when the market is down). I agree both parties are responsible. However, as the market was fueled by overleveraging in the secondary market for subprimes, vis-a-vis mortgaged-backed securities traded on Wall Street, the seed was planted in the '90s by Clinton and his social engineers. They were the political catalyst behind this slow-motion financial train wreck as the Investment Business Daily reported.

And it was the Clinton administration that mismanaged the quasi-governmental agencies (Freddie Mack and Fannie Mae) that over the decades have come to manage the real estate market in America. As soon as Clinton crony Franklin Delano Raines took the helm in 1999 at Fannie Mae, for example, he used it as his personal piggy bank, looting it for a total of almost $100 million in compensation by the time he left in early 2005 under an ethical cloud.

Other Clinton cronies, including Janet Reno aide Jamie Gorelick (who inserted the wall that led to the 9/11 attacks because information could not be shared between the CIA and the FBI), padded their pockets to the tune of another $75 million. (You know, those "greedy" rich Republi... I mean Democrats).

Raines was accused of overstating earnings and shifting losses so he and other senior executives could earn big bonuses. In the end, Fannie had to pay a record $400 million civil fine for SEC and other violations, while also agreeing as part of a settlement to make changes in its accounting procedures and ways of managing risk.

But it was too little, too late. Raines had reportedly steered Fannie Mae business to subprime giant Countrywide Financial, which was saved from bankruptcy by Bank of America.

Those are not my words, they are those of the above linked Investment Business Daily.

Explain how the blame rests at the feet of Republicans other than allowing Democrats to get away with this. Again, I blame both parties - one for doing it, the other for allowing it. McCain did try to pass a bill to stop it, but it was beat down by the Democrats when they took over Congress. That is not opinion, that is fact.

I am no supporter of McCain so don't think I am trying to bolster him. I will vote Republican for President because of Gov. Sarah Palin. Maybe the Democrats are right and she really is just a "heartbeat away from being President".
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I was just wondering what sths will do about that teacher. now that that (teacher) has all the students information, why would they even hire someone like that. or did they not know that he could have done it.. so what now do his students have to get a new teacher or a substitute all year. how do you think his students feel know thing that they could of had (an un-named suspect) for a teacher, that would scare me.
web posted September 18, 2008

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I just wanted to say that (EdgefieldDaily.com) has the best sports coverage in the county. By the time it comes out in the paper you are already on next week's game. I know you say buy the papers but I don;'t know why. Hats off to you and Tim Crane.

Editor's note: Thank you for reading. I am sure Mr. Crane  is appreciative of your comments of his coverage. We are proud to have him as a part of our team.
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This is in reference to concerns at MMS.  It is incumbent upon and the very first responsibility of the teachers and administration of every school:  SAFETY of the students.  Then, they educate them.  Teachers will in the future and have had in the past to make split second and bold safety decisions that can mean the life or death of a student.  Whether it be a medical problem or, God forbid, an intruder intent on harming someone at the school, there is absolutely no room for compromise on this issue.  It has been said in the past that this is not the first time that this teacher has "over-medicated" and that it has actually happened already more than one time this year.  There is NO difference in me drinking an alcoholic beverage to the point of intoxication and then going to my place of work or taking activity-prohibitive pain medication and driving my car to my place of work (removed).  EITHER would put me in a place of compromise to the safety of my co-workers, never mind if I taught children.  The culpability lies directly on the shoulders of the MMS Principal that, once made aware of the situation, must take SOME sort of action.  The teacher's decision yesterday to take drugs that resulted in some sort of inappropriate absence from the classroom was cause enough for the Principal to (allegedly become involved).  It is going to be interesting to see just how the situation at MMS will be swept under the rug.  Too many eyes will be on this one.  It would be safe to say that two eyes belonging to the teacher released last year, will be litigiously observing the actions or lack of actions taken.  Principal, HR Director, Superintendent, we will be watching and we will be waiting.  Enough is enough.  
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Did you know the Democrats now claim that John McCain did not graduate from a "real" college. He only graduated from The US Naval Academy not a "real college" like Obama. 

Editor's note: Nothing surprises me anymore.
web posted September 18, 2008

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If you have moved to a new county or state, please register to vote by October 3rd or 4th, 2008 for most states. The actual deadline is October 6th. If you are not registered to vote or know someone who has not registered to vote, please do so by the deadline. This election is very important this year for everyone because of the economy, war and a few other things that we see or hear on the news everyday. Remember this message, "everyone has a voice!"
 
Pass the word on! 
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So if the whole catalyst of the leading fallout (Fannie and Freddie) which is leading to other banks and institutions failing can be traced to Pres. Clinton in the 1990's is actually the case, then why didn't the Republican controlled Congress do anything about it from 2000-2006, seems they had the chance. 
As complex as the policy was to increase homeownership, it is equally complex to distribute blame for its failing. Mortgage brokers steered borrowers to loans that they could not afford. Appraisers inflated their objectivity under lender pressure to drive real estate prices. Lenders relaxed underwriting standards and failed to uphold the consumer's ability to repay. Real estate agents drove up market prices because mortgage rates were at historic lows. Wall Street bought securities regardless of underwriting standards because of performance. Government regulators were driving toward unattainable homeownership levels. And consumers wanted loan amounts to feed their lifestyle and housing wants, disregarding prudence in favor of the bigger.

I don't believe that Clinton Cabinet members were making money on this.  Freddie Mac Chairman and Chief Executive Richard Syron pocketed nearly $19.8 million in compensation last year, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission, even though the company's stock lost half its value in 2007.  There are indications and reports that this CEO ignored warnings as far back as four years ago.  Does not seem like we can just blame Democrats, or our 04 Jan 2007 to present Congress.  I am interested to understand your thinking on this.

Editor's note: See my post above.
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Mr. Jolly did a good job explaining somewhat how gas prices work, but condescension and sarcasm are not a way to begin and end a defense or win and influence others.
web posted September 18, 2008

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Just a comment on the Conservation Voters of SC backing Greg Anderson.  Wow- their criteria for endorsing a candidate includes an examination of the candidatesʼ records, questionnaire responses and interviews.  Which records of Anderson's were they looking into? I'm guessing not his voting record since he doesn't have one.. Glad to see he could fill out a questionnaire and answer verbal questions..  In that case, my ten year old could probably get the Conservation Voters of SC endorsement.
web posted September 18, 2008

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Obama is the great black hope. If you don't vote for him you are a racist. Choose what you want to be.

Editor's note: That is the dumbest thing I have ever heard. Think about your comment this way: Vote for McCain because he is white. If you don't, you are a racist.
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I've thought and thought about all this "politics stuff".  I've looked deep into my soul and I know some things to be true in my heart.
 
I've been working since I was 12 years old.  At no time have I ever had less than 2 jobs at a time.  I've worked hard.  What I have is mine.  I believe with all my heart in helping my fellow man (or woman).  I do NOT believe in giving a hand out, but a hand up.
 
I've never voted the ticket but the candidate.  This time.... I'm a Republican. 
 
I've heard until it rings in my hears how fearful people are of "that old man" having his hand on the button at 3 in the morning. Bottom line for me is that I'd far rather have "that old man" in MY white house with his hand on the button at 3 am than to have a radical muslim sleeper giving out our coordinates. 
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The question about The golf cart in Johnston, was just that, a question, not a complaint, Don't jump to the defensive so quickly! A public figure is always accountable to the public! Learn to take citizens concerns and questions without anger! That's part of the job!
web posted September 18, 2008

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Ladies and Gentlemen, God is able to do exceedingly and abundantly more than we can imagine... His promises are true!!!   Thanks to all for the emails of encouragement, etc.

I received a letter from IRS YESTERDAY closing -not settled- but closed -cancelled- my outstanding debt over $1800.  TO GOD BE THE GLORY.   I BELIEVE GOD and expect MORE AND MORE.  He’s MY Landlord!  The earth belongs to HIM!

This is to encourage you to press on and believe the WORD of the Lord.  WHAT  A MIGHTY GOD WE SERVE.
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Editor's post: I have recieved many comments on this subject and rather than post them all, some could not be posted due to content, I have selected this one and will have an Editor's note at the end of the post.

Yesterday (Monday) was a very eventful day at STHS as the news of a teacher (that has not been named as a suspect) in the death of his wife surfaced. The teacher had not been in school in several weeks. My question is simply why were the parents of the students in this class not informed about the incidents and the reason that the teacher was on leave. I am appalled that the school district hired someone who was being investigated in a matter of such enormity. What is our Director of Personnel actually paid to do? Wouldn’t it be her job to thoroughly check out applicants before they are allowed to become involved with our students? Was is Dr. Crenshaw’s involvement in the matter? Is our school board trying to withhold information from us and endanger the lives of our children. This teacher now has the names of our children and the contact information. What will the school district do to ensure that all of our children are protected?

I understand confidentiality and how it affects any employer. But news of this immensity needs to be revealed as it pertains to the safety of our students. It is alarming that Dr. Crenshaw, Mr. Shifflet and others have not expressed concern in this matter.

We need to make sure that ALL students are safe and secure. Witholding information from parents is not the key to improving communication.

Editor's note: I have the name of the teacher and have confirmed that he is no longer in a classroom in the school system. I have not confirmed whether he has been placed on leave, resigned, or been fired. That is a personnel matter at this time. He was hired this year and the issue came up about two weeks ago.

At this time he has not been named as a suspect in his wife's death, but he is not cooperating with investigators so they can clear him in the case. I do know that lawyers are involved in the situation at the school so I am withholding certain information until I talk to at least one side in the matter.

Again, the man in question has never been named as a suspect in the murder. As such, a background check would not show anything derogatory on his record. If he had applied to be a police officer it would have been revealed that he was questioned in the investigation of a crime in the check.

That is about all of the information I can provide at this time. I will be following up on the matter in the days to come.
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Curious, why do you feel that the Democrats are to blame for things currently simply because they are in control of Congress.  Their control is of the slimest margin in the Senate 51-49 and the Dems just took over officially 4 Jan 2007.  The Republicans have held both since 1994.  Not saying I disagree with you but how are they held accountable in your mind?

Editor's note: The whole catalyst of the leading fallout (Fannie and Freddie) which is leading to other banks and institutions failing can be traced to Pres. Clinton in the 1990's.  That was when his administration forced, under penalty of law, leading companies to offer loans to people they knew could not pay for the loans which created the sub-prime lending scam. In fact, Clinton cabinet members joined the companies and got paid hundreds of millions of dollars and left under investigation (never hear that in the news do you?).

When the Democrats took over Congress they would not allow investigations and regulators to act to prevent the crisis they now want to blame on Pres. Bush. Granted, I blame Pres. Bush for not using the bully pulpit to scream this from the mountain tops, but he didn't.

When you hear the term "affordable housing" think "welfare housing" because the people in those homes are wanting taxpayers to pay for them being in a house they cannot afford. I am already paying for a house, I have no interest or desire to pay for someone else's house and that is what the Democrats are wanting me, you, and every other taxpayer to do. 
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Does anyone know anything about a teacher overdosing at MMS today? I am very concerned with the lack of leadership displayed at this school. The principal seems to be a nice guy, but he takes no initiative. Several parents have expressed concerns to him, yet he does nothing when confronted with these issues. Any insight?
web posted September 17, 2008

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Crude oil for October delivery fell $3.84, or 4 percent, to $91.87 a barrel at 9:53 a.m. on the New York Mercantile Exchange. Futures dropped as much as $5.16, or 5.4 percent, to $90.55 a barrel, the lowest since Feb. 8.

Oil in New York has declined 4.3 percent this year and dropped 38 percent from the record $147.27 a barrel reached on July 11.

Gasoline for October delivery tumbled 9.89 cents, or 3.9 percent, to $2.4625 a gallon in New York. The contract dropped as low as $2.4480 a gallon, the lowest since Feb. 14.

The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, supplier of more than 40 percent of the world's oil, lowered its forecast for 2009 oil demand to 87.66 million barrels a day because of the global economic slowdown.
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What is going on at MMS? Things seem to be spiraling out of control. Does the administration have ANY control at all over what goes on? Parents report concerns to the administration --- only to be ignored. Promises are made, and then they are broken.   Meanwhile, some teachers are doing as they dang well please. District rules/policies are being broken, students are being neglected, and teachers are behaving unethically (i.e. over medicated at school). I am not talking about a situation that occured last year---I am talking about something that happened TODAY with one of my child's teachers.  I realize there are some great teachers at this school, and my children have been fortunate enough to have some of them. However, I am tired of sitting back while students continue to suffer at the hands of those teachers who don't belong in the classroom and  administrators who can't do their jobs. It is time the "powers that be" stepped in and took control of this school. I just wonder if the board and superintendent even have a CLUE what goes on at MMS. 
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Obama's Mama. I was sent this today and it gave me hope for black churches other than Rev. Brightharp's. At least some black preachers aren't fooled by Obama and the media. Check this out. He tells it like it is. Rev. James David Manning, PhD (High speed internet advised to view video.)

Editor's note: This seems to be making the rounds. I was at someone's office today and they recieved the same link.
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I want to know if other Aiken electric co op users are getting gouged on the power bill. We got a notice a while back saying the bill would go up between 15 and 20%. HA! Try 70%!!!!!! Ain't nothing we can do because we own the company or so I was told by the state when I called to complain. They said it was because oil was so high but your articles say oil has been going down? Why ain't my bill going down then?

Editor's note: I feel you pain. Our electric bill from Aiken Electric Cooperative has almost doubled over the last few months. Maybe if they would cut out all those expensive trips for board members to Las Vegas and other resorts for "meetings", plus gifts and other goodies, we could lower our bills.

Monopolies are a great thing if you are the business with one.
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Re: Classified ad for Yard sale - At least I know  some one is reading the ads. This was a test to see if some one was reading. A new ad has been placed.
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I was wondering how other employees of the school district feel about not being able to charge their lunches this year?  Is it being enforced at your school?
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I read the story regarding the Murphy Village woman being swindled. My stomach still hurts from laughing so hard. Those (people) have been ripping off honest folks for so long, it's not funny. What comes around, goes around.Hopefully, they have more of that coming to ALL of them.
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Still waiting to hear about the people in the photo with Norman Dorn on the square?

Editor's note: The man did not plea during the last session of court, so... I am holding his name back for now.
web posted September 17, 2008

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How can one be a christian jihadist? Not knowing the true definitionof jihad or the noun jihadist I researched the definition of the word. according to more than one dictionary, a Jihad is defined as a Muslim holy war or spiritual struggle against infidels. or  a crusade or struggle However a  Jihadist is defined only as a Muslim who is invovled in Jihad. My question is what is a chrisitian jihadist?and as far as church structure and leadership being sexist, arent the Democrats the same ones that  were all for Hillary being the VP choice for Obama and yet now we have been informed women cant support Palin because shes a woman and your church will not allow you to vote for her?  All I have to say is HUH? If we cant vote for Palin why could we vote for Hillary?
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Again, Shane Massey shows his forward thinking.  South Carolina needs to be ready to move forward for its citizens.  The potential for holding down the cost of energy and to grow economically is limited only by the restraints placed on the great minds and hearts of the American citizens.  We should be rewarding those people/companies who put our national interests first.  Encouraging companies already located in S. C.to develop new products and inviting other companies to locate here to participate in this growth, through incentives for all, will create jobs not just for the citizens here but across the nation. 
 
If you want to make a more immediate impact on our dependence on oil, auto makers should be encouraged to begin production of new vehicles to run on natural/propane gas or hydrogen and to develop as inexpensively as possible a mechanism to retrofit vehicles to run on these fuels.  There are many cars and trucks on the road today whose owners cannot afford a new vehicle but with tax incentives could afford to convert.  Research has been going on for years.  We need to reward and encourage those efforts not just on the east coast but every area of the United States.  Methane gas is already being used successfully from land-fills.  Natural gas is available throughout the US but the infrastructure is not there to deliver to the many homeowners/businesses who would benefit.
 
It is not just drill here, drill now but a comprehensive effort by all citizens to reduce our dependence on foreign energy.  Those companies who locate in the US but send their profits into other countries should not be rewarded.  Illegal aliens should not be rewarded for profiting from our citizens and sending income back to their homeland.  If they want to receive the benefit from working and living in this great nation, they should do so legally, and participate fully in supporting the US.
 
Will we be voting for Shane?  You bet we will!
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The Town of Johnston HAS NOT received any golf carts from anyone.  I have a real problem with people who do not know what they are talking about.     JUST WHO TOLD YOU THAT?  THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THEY ARE TALKING ABOUT.
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Good grief!  Of course Chief Aston purchased the golf cart his wife drives with his own money.  As a matter of fact, he purchased it used from a local guy in Johnston.  Find something serious and true to complain about next time!
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Re: I hate to tell Sen. Obama, Democrats, and the media, Jesus was not a community organizer, He is the Son of God. They would know that if they knew Christ.

Wow, you know Christ. What was his favorite color? What were his views on raping the earth of its natural resources? How many times have you interviewed him? You may know his words or the words that others have written about him, but your knowledge is as one would say in court "hearsay". Christ studied Judaism. The Last Supper was a Passover Seder. What is a Seder big fellow? I mean you will probably Google it and find out what it is, but that proves nothing. Christ observed three major holidays per year during his lifetime. Do you know what they were? He didn't celebrate Christmas, that's for sure. Christ believed in helping the poor. He thought that those with more in life needed to help those with less. He brought people together who had common interests. When others call him a "community organizer", they say it metaphorically. Why do people hate "community organizers" so much? The National Wild Turkey Foundation was started by community organizers.
 People in communities recognized that there were others who had turkey hunting interests in commom and so they started forming groups in there communities. Community organizers formed E.C.C.H.O. which a consortium of churches in EC that share a common interest of helping others. All grass roots organizations are started by community organizers. You started your website because people in the community had an interest in knowing the truth about what is happening in EC and surrounding communities. You, my friend, are a type of community organizer. So let's not bash people who organize groups of people with common interests. Even the Constitution says that we have the right to form community groups. You always tell me to read the Constitution, so I do it more often these days. Sarah Palin actually wants to take that right away. Maybe if you stopped reading World.Net so much you would have an open mind to the world in which we inhabit.

Editor's note: Yes, I know Jesus personally. I talk to Him on a daily basis. I would be happy to introduce you to Him.

I'm glad to hear you are reading the Constitution. So you can now show me where all these wonderful government programs you tout so heavily are promulgated under the enumerated powers of the federal government in the constitution. Welfare, Medicare, Medicaid, Education, Social Security, minimum wages, and on and on. Show me just one that can be justified by the constitution. Just one...
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As a parent of a student at MMS, I was very pleased to read in your wondering minds section of a grant for edgefield county schools.  Does this mean that there will be enough books this year for the students?  That would be great!  Last year my student was only allowed to "check out" a math text book because there were not enough books for the entire grade.  I wonder if the other students at other edgefield county middle schools (that aren't 99% white) had enough text books to go around!
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Please use the link to read more about Sarah Palin and her style of governing.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/14/us/politics/14palin.html
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My mom sent me a link to the story on gas prices back home and it knocked me out. I am in Nebraska and gas prices here are the same this week as they were last week.  I'm coming home next week and i'm thinking I might need to get me some gas cans and fill em up here before heading home. Can I get in trouble if I buy gas here at $3.35 and sell it at $5.30 there? I could pay for my trip with the profit.

Editor's note: You are asking if the government would punish you for making a profit? Yes. Will they do the same to local gas stations for doing the same thing? No.
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I filed a complaint of discrimination against Aiken County DSS  during the first week of  August, my 1st phone call to Columbia  was not returned, I twaited a week and placed a 2nd call and informed them my call was not returned and could I please speak to a real person. I then filed my complaint, I also spoke to Senator Massey about the situation . As of today DSS has not  followed up on my complaint. On August 21, after my call again went unreturned by DSS headquarters, I filed a complaint with the governors office . I was assurend they'would answer  the governor" about this.  I called my contact in the governors office today because again, no reponse from any agency. The contact at the governors office was rude and obviously has no intention of making DSS answer these charges. I was told very rudely and matter of factly they have to give them a certain amount of time to answer the complaint and as of yet they had not received any response or information about my case from  DSS.and they had to give them all the time it required. which ,apparently in political backspeak means " I will not investigate your claim because you cant make me. I will give them all the time I want to until you give up I have no intention of investigating  a claim  of discrimination against a state agency  and you cant make me do it." Yes that is exactly how I was talked to by the Governors office  If they think I will forget about the complaint and move on They are very mistaken.I will give them the "time" they desire but I expect an answer when that time comes. I am tired of this particular agency constantly failing the people of SC. Its time they finally were made to explain their  actions and behavior.
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Is this a misprint? I read this in the classifieds "Jackson Trailor Park   Sat.Sept. 20, 8:00 until . Mens clothing,Household goods Lamps, Exercise bike, Computa Monitor"

Isn't that a "trailer park" not trailor? I gots to gets me one of them computa monitors too.

Editor's note: Classified ads are not edited. They are posted as they appear in their request.
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A good while back, I remember reading where someone or some company, were giving thier older golf carts to the towns in Edgefield county. If my memory serves me correctly, Captain Chris Wash used the one donated to Johnston, to ride the sidestreets and neighborhoods when the sheriffs dept. was handling law enforcement in Johnston. For a long time I, and others here, have been seeing the police chief's wife and kids riding around  on one to her place of business, home and other places. What we would like to know is, "Is this golf cart the one donated for town use or is it one they have bought?" Also, it's my understanding that it's illegal to ride a golf cart on sidewalks or in the street. Can anyone give some answers to these questions? If it belongs to the town, then we all want our turns to use the golf cart, also, if the police chiefs family can. We could save gas and not have to walk in this awful heat ourselves. I've had quite a few citizens ask me if I know what the deal is,so I'm passing this on to you, (Editor), since you are the one who seems to be able to get answers best,in this county. Thanking you for all you do for us. A Citizen.

Editor's note: A special permit can be issued in Johnston to use golf carts on city streets (access to state roads is not allowed as I understand) if the cart meets certain requirements. In past conversations I believe Chief Aston stated he purchased the golf cart in question. I will recheck to confirm my recollection.
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I am an Independent voter. I watched parts of both conventions and must admit when I turned to C-SPAN one of the nights I agreed with Ron Paul during his rally more than any other politician this season. One mantra I did hear on the "red" nights was "Drill Here! Drill Now!" Just wanted to know if my esteemed neighbors in this column could answer some questions I have or maybe even contact their representative in the government to find out their positions.

1. Whose oil is off the cost of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina? Does it belong to America or does it belong to the states or a combination of the two? Or does it belong to multinational corporations.
2. Will the companies that drill for the oil be American companies or will they be multi-national corporations whose stock holders are based in China and the Middle East?
3. Will the oil drilled be placed on the "Global Market" to drive prices down over the world or will it be
controlled by our industry/government and reduce our imports?
4. Will American steel workers, engineers, and laborers build, design, operate, and provide the materials for the pipe systems and platforms or will multinational corporations contract these functions to third world countries?
5. Will any of our politicians answer these questions before we - "Drill Here! Drill Now!"
6. Will folks demand answers to these questions before we proceed?

As Americans we have been sold a "bill of goods" in global economy more than once. Our energy policy must balance the needs of our economy and the environment, but more than anything else, place America first. Whoever addresses these questions will get my vote. Otherwise I will write in Charles Kemp or Ken Durham or (the Editor). :)
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I have never seen morale at the school district as low as it is now.  The new-comers to the district administration, as well as certain members of the board, have ensured  that it will hit rock bottom.  I believe our only hope is for Kenneth Collier to be elected so that we have another voice on the side of reason.
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and again edgefield daily raises to the community,by sponsoring that darn cat. the service you provide and the time and money you put in to it is above and beyond.
Thank you so much for what you do for all of us. Your the best!!!!!!!!! 

Editor's note: Thank you for your kind words and for reading.
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This will make you laugh regardless of who you support! Just some bipartisan humor for this election time! (Please note: Lipstick nor  farm animals are mentioned!)
http://www.peteyandpetunia.com/VoteHere/VoteHere.htm
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Do you know who to contact to share a concern about EMT services? A person in our neighborhood needed help and the EMTs could not find their street. Another neighbor had to lead them to the person's house. The street is clearly marked and the address is clearly visible as the county requires it to be. It is not a new street (which shouldn't matter anyway). We have lived on the same street for over five years.  We are concerned that the EMTs are not familiar with the area. Thank you for any help in this.

Editor's note: I would suggest you contact the County Administrator John Pettigrew on his direct line at 803-637-2103. He is in charge of county operations including EMS. Call him directly on any problem regarding county services. He is there to serve you.
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Ohhh, is that bitter grapes mr editor? "can't beat the refs"? Your chikens got skinned. Woof Woof!

Editor's note: No. My honest comments are not suitable for pubication.
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Alright, alright, here's a question to all you Christian Jihadists out there. Now just raise your hands if the answer is yes. How many of you support Pailn for VP? Keep them up so I can count, wow about everyone in the room. Now, one more question. This question is just for the extreme Christian radicals out in the reading audience. How many of the churches you attend only allow MALE deacons? Raise your hands. That's what I thought, very few. That's what gets me about Christian Jihadists; you'll support an idiot for VP, but you will not give a woman any say in the financial decisions of a church. What are all you Christian Jihadists hiding? If you go to a fundamentalist church (Pentecostal, Assembly of God, even Southern Baptist) and your church does allow FEMALE deacons, then send the name into Edgefielddaily.com so it can be verified. If you say yes and it's not true, then I know why you support McCain/Palin. Oh yes, didn't John McCain say the fundamentals of the economy were strong. Did any of you happen to hear that out of the 5 largest investment banks in the nation, only two still remain. Deregulation, deregulation; when Merrill Lynch speaks everyone runs. Have a great day!

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/14/us/politics/14palin.html

Editor's note: Those darn Democrats in control of Congress sitting back and letting this happen on their watch. We should run them all out of office.
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Dear Edgefield Daily Editor,
The scandal over widespread PACT test cheating at Sanders Clyde Elementary Schools is escalating.
It turns out state bureaucrats had used the school as a model of success, heaping on piles of awards for their (falsified) progress.They even bent their own progress rules to give Sanders Clyde a higher school report card rating. Your readers will want to learn more at: Cheaters Prosper at Sanders-Clyde Elementary
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Editor's post: Report those you think are guilty of price gouging by emailing the SC AG's Office or by calling 803-734-3970.
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I know you only allow one comment a day from a reader for the Wandering Minds posts. I have two comments- two totally different topics and hope you will print each of them on the same day, if not then I'll wait .
 
I read the headlines on Sept 11 that they are asking for volunteers for the Medical Reserve Corp. If you can help with this, please do. I volunteered with the Augusta unit after Katrina, and was sent to Texas to help with a medical shelter. I was gone for 10 days and it was one of the best experiences ever. Many of the people just wanted someone to talk with, a friendly face and a little compassion, they were grateful for everything. Its certainly a worthwhile cause. I'm ready to go again if asked.
 
I was at a college football game last weekend and saw a student walking around with an Obama/Biden T-shirt. The gentleman walking behind me asked the young man if he could ask him a question about Obama. He then asked, "Name three things that Obama has accomplished while in congress." The student had no answer except, "I'm not sure, but he would be great for America". Another educated voter that's uneducated. That is just scary. Its like saying: I don't know why I jumped off that bridge officer, I just did. Huh?
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I want to know why gas prices went through the roof at (a Merriwether station)  for gas but when (a certain company owner) brought several HUGE tanks on flatbed trucks to get diesel the price stayed the same? That should be illegal. If gas prices rose every hour, why didn;t the price rise for (him) too? If you fill your car (the owner) raised prices a dollar a gallon, but when his friend arrived to buy two  thousand gallons or more his price stayed the same. Explain that!!!!!!!!!
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“I sat (at one location) and watched them raise prices three times before I got gas,and it was the same gas they were selling fifty cents cheaper when I drove up!”
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(A retailer of gas on Hyw 25 at Sweetwater Road) station claims to have only premium grade gas for sale, at $5.539/gal. Sunday afternoon. Smells bad to me, but I had to have gas, so I topped off. The push buttons over the two lower grades are covered. Can anyone check out whether this is just to gouge the public or are they really out of regular grades?

Editor's note: If you, or others, expect price gouging read this story and respond to the links and numbers provided.
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To the person who wants a hay ride for her 2 year old but loves tractors -- have you considered just a trailer and put bales of hay on it and have it pulled by a tractor -- I did that once and it was great -- I would think a 2 yr old would really enjoy the tractor more than the horse.
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I am wondering if anyone else has experianced problems with (a Merriwether store)? I have ive gone from 389 miles a tank down to 210.I swapped to another station and went rite back to 389.Many of my fam members are having the same prob.I have also had troubles with my boat.The floats in the carbs were ate up from the ethanol.I had several mech tell me that 10% ethanol would not do this . They said the gas would have to be mixed heavely with etanol.Next we pulled out the 35 gallon tank that had already been previously flushed and cleaned to find 5 gallons of water/ethanol and an orange sludge.Ever since ive owned this boat i have only gassed at (this companies locations).This is a buisness that i have supported for yeasrs becouse i believe in giving the local man my buisness.Now i feel as if he is sticking it to me.Especially when on sat he posted reg unleaded @ $5.29 agallon at his hwy 25 location and $4.19 at (another location)!!!!!!! I will no longer support his buisness !!!!!!!!!! thank you
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How 'bout them Dawgs!!!!! That was a great game yesterday, aside from the massive amount of penalties... Georgia almost gave away the game just in flags! 

Editor's note: UGA got lucky. It's hard to beat a team and the Refs. The stats show USC dominated the game, not UGA. I can't wait for Alabama to spank UGA and knock them out of the top rankings they do not deserve.
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why is it when you debate a liberal they can only defend their beliefs or stance on an issue by berating the other person and resorting to name calling, its like having a argument with a 5 year old. Why do you bother? Its obvious a liberal cannot process facts and sources so the comprehension of the  information is not possible in a liberal brain, so why do you do it? Havent you learned after all these years of Clinton and Pelosi its not possible  for a  Democrat to decifer fact from fiction, why do you waste the energy and brain cells responding to such hateful, vile attacks on you both personally and professionally?
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Re:  The gas prices
 
Thursday evening my daughter started receiving phone calls regarding a gas shortage due to Ike and how she needed to get gas immediately because the price was going to increase to $5.00 within hours.  It seems that one local gas station owner had told his employees that they needed to fill up as the prices were going to sky rocket.   Apparently these employees started calling their friends who in turn called their friends and so on.  I explained to my daughterr that this type of action and response would only serve to create a gas buying panic and subsequent shortages.  Gas at this particular chain of stations was $3.479 Thursday when I came home from work.  It jumped to $3.729 by Friday morning and $4.179 by Friday afternoon.  At this point, the pumps were dry as were those at many gas stations around North Augusta. 
 
The price increases I feel were price gouging.  And the public's reaction was just crazy.  According to the news, the refineries in Houston were not shutting down until Friday so there should have been gas in the pipeline and plenty available in the Sweetwater tanks.  Unless the refineries take a direct hit and sustain major damage, they are going to get back up and running as soon as possible.  So the gas supply might sustain a temporary interruption at most.  Have we lost our ability to weather the storm?
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The gates at the tank farm on sweetwarter rd  are close 24 hrs. a day.Because of  what  happen on 9-11
Editor's note: Tankers were seen trucking gasoline from the "tank farm" over the weekend.
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The angry liberal who bashed Sarah Palin is another example of a Democrat who would rather have a empty suited Muslim for president than have good sense. You liberals are scared to death of VP pick Palin, because she upsets your world of family values, duty, honor and country. Most of you sickening liberals have never served in the Armed Forces, and yet you vent your hatred toward those who are putting their lives on the line for scum suckers like yourself. You liberals like to bash people who don't agree with your and Muslim Obama's socialistic policies. Take the dung out of your ears and listen to what Obama is not saying and his political answers for this country and you will learn that he is a dangerous man who will destroy this country. I don't expect you liberals to clear your ears of dung. Read this....myself and millions of angry (former vets) white men are out there anxious to hear first-hand your hatred toward this country and love for Muslim Obama. We would love to have a nice chat with you.
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Schneider continues his record run at poor leadership of the FCHS football program.  The consecutive loss record is now at 21. At some point the old adage of a blind squirrel will prevail and the coach will take credit for the win.  The players deserve better that they are getting.  They are good kids with a lot of heart but poor leadership on the part of the coaches will not develop the talent the kids have.
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Isn't is sad that the liberals have to resort to name calling and false accusations. I am so interested in how they are responding to Governor Palin. Here is a strong, conservative woman who is being attacked daily. If that were happening to a liberal woman, can you imagine the backlash? Christians in this country are continually attacked. What are the liberals afraid of? It is just amazing to see their response to all of this. It is actually pretty fun to watch.
Thank you, editor, for your intelligent responses to these accusers.

Editor's note: I defend all candidates from false statements.
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Did you see Susan Sarandon on TV spouting off about Palin?The left wing liberal who loves to spout off  non truths and factless innuendos, comparing Obama to Jesus, she stated that Jesus was a "social organizer" and Pontius Pilate was a govenor,and  that was the difference between Obama and Palin, my question is if you want to make that comparison, wasnt Clinton a Governor too? so shouldnt that also make him Pontius Pilate?   Or does that comparison only apply how the democrats chose?can you explain the difference? I am obviously missing the big picture.
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Is this true? Subject: Dr. Jack Wheeler Regarding Barack Hussein   Obama.
Written by Dr. Jack Wheeler
The O-man, Barack Hussein Obama, is an eloquently tailored empty suit. No resume, no accomplishments, no experience, no original ideas, no understanding of how the economy works, no understanding of how the world works, no balls, nothing but abstract empty rhetoric devoid of real substance.

He has no real identity. He is half-white, which he rejects. The rest of him is mostly Arab, which he hides but is disclosed by his non-African Arabic surname and his Arabic first and middle names as a way to triply proclaim his Arabic parentage to people in Kenya . Only a small part of him is African Black from his Luo grandmother, which he pretends he is exclusively.

What he isn't, not a genetic drop of, is 'African-American,' the descendant of enslaved Africans brought to America chained in slave ships. He hasn't a single ancestor who was a  slave. Instead, his Arab ancestors were slave owners. Slave-trading was the main Arab business in East Africa for centuries until the British ended it.

Let that sink in: Obama is not the descendant of slaves, he is the descendant of slave owners. Thus he makes the perfect Liberal Messiah.

It's something Hillary doesn't understand - how some complete neophyte came out of the blue and stole the Dem nomination from her. Obamamania is beyond politics and reason. It is a true religious cult, whose adherents reject Christianity yet still believe in Original Sin, transferring it from the evil of being human to the evil of being white.

Thus Obama has become the white liberals' Christ, offering absolution from the Sin of Being White. There is no reason or logic behind it, no faults or flaws of his can diminish it, no arguments Hillary could make of any kind can be effective against it. The absurdity of Hypocrisy Clothed In Human Flesh being their Savior is all the more cause for liberals to worship him: Credo quia absurdum, I believe it because it is absurd.

Thank heavens that the voting majority of Americans remain Christian and are in no desperate need of a phony savior.

His candidacy is ridiculous and should not be taken seriously by any thinking American.

Editor's note: The article is true and was first published by Mr. Wheeler on his web site To The Point News
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Way to go Ren #22  , Keep up the Good kicking for those REBELS !!!!!
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Does anyone know of someone locally that may have a horse and wagon for hay rides or farm animals that can be brought for a petting zoo to a child's birthday party.   I know (name removed) use to have a wagon, but I  don't even know if he is still in Edgefield anymore.  I would like to find out for my son's second birthday Farm party!!!   He loves animals and loves a Tractor of any kind!!! Any suggestions or contacts, please respond.  Thanks

Editor's note: If you want to name someone you can send the info in and I will forward it on to the poster.
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What is the meaning of the local sweatwater rd. gas terminals locking thier gaes at noon on thursday before the storm Ike hitting ? 
 
Also, if there is a gas shortage in the shoutheastern us and the prices are going up, have can the local gas stations justify charging HIGHER prices for gas they obviously DID not pay a higher rate for.  If they had incresed thier prices, say monday, we can see it, however, it seems to reason the gas they already had in thier pumps were obtained at the lower price.  It this not considered price gouging ?
 
Singed a tipical american family, trying to survive in this fluctuatiating economy today !

Editor's note: Local media confirmed that there is no shortage of gas in the CSRA (including the tank farm on Sweetwater Road) on Friday.
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To the fans of the Rebels and parents of all kids , beware of who is around you at the high school games , one of Edgefields registered SEX OFFENDERS just got off probation and now thinks he will find new prey at a High School game , I noticed the police had to make him move at least one time then he finally left , He knows who he is and the people will know you too!!!! He was just recently mentioned on this site so parents beware !!!!!!
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Sarah Palin is a lying, war-loving, hack. In 1968, Nixon-Agnew won the election and look what happened. If the Jesus freaks get there way, we can expect more corruption, more war , more poverty, more high gas prices, and more of our soldiers giving their lives to a war (Iraq, not Afhan.)that started over oil and money. Who you gonna blame then Mr. Editor? The more I read your rhetoric, it has  become more apparent that you are an insane idiot. You say you are against the increase in the minimum wage, but if there were no minimum wage, then that would create more jobs for undocumented workers. However, you blame undocumented workers for taking low paying jobs because no Americans will work for low wages. Even though the raise in the minimum wage benefits people in your own family. You drum up support for the war, but have any of your children signed up for the armed services? What are your views on the failures of financial institutions? Do you blame the  failures of Bear-Stearns and Lehman on the Dems also? Many of the large financial institutions are failing because of Repub actions in the past with deregulation and no one minding the store. Even John Kyl ( a staunch conservative from Arizona) admitted this past weekend that Repub deregulation of financial institutions is the single largest factor in the downturn of the economy. As far as Sarah Palin is concerned, one of her recent accomplishments was to enact the largest windfall profits tax on oil companies in Alaska. Every citizen of Alaska was refunded $3,000. This is the same exact policy that Obama wants to put into place. Palin wants to go to war with Russia. It seems that Palin is ignorant of the fact that we are so overextended with troops in Iraq and Afghan. that we could not help Georgia or the Ukraine if we wanted. Go ahead and elect idiot Palin. It would be the best medicine for you ignorant $&*@s. You deserve someone as naive and unprepared for national leadership as idiot Palin.

Editor's note: There are so many lies in your post I will not take the time to counter them all. Note, however, that gas prices skyrocketed after the Democrats took control of Congress. In addition, in case you forgot, Obama is running against McCain, not Palin. Granted, Gov. Palin has ten times more executive experience than Obama (he has none, please try to prove that fact wrong).

As for the "Jesus Freaks" comment. If you fear Jesus' followers (and, I have to admit the Bible says those who hate Christians hate Jesus: ie: Liberal Democrats) why is your party so desperate to compare Obama to Jesus? Democrat Rep. Steve Cohen compares Obama to Jesus "who the Minister just prayed to" on House Floor and called Gov. Palin, in essence, Pilot, who oversaw Jesus' crucifixion. Don't take my word for it, watch the Democrat idiot do it on video. That is really going to go over well with Christians. And the talking point has been repeated by liberal media talking heads.

What was your previous savior -  the "first black president"- Bill Clinton before he was elected? Oh yeah, that's right - a governor.

Who is the party of dumb as a stump stupid and hypocrisy?

McCain was in a POW camp serving his country and Obama snuggles up with 1960s radical William Bill Ayers who carried out terrorist attacks on... America and a radical (WARNING: Obama's preachers comments are vile) anti-white preacher Jeremiah Wright.  There is a resume for president to be proud of.

Face it, you liberals know you have an empty suit for a candidate, and even the liberal UPI is reporting that the liberal media attacking Gov. Palin is going to backfire because she, as a VP pick, has more experience that your Presidential candidate (again, who has none). That is why Democrat fund raisers are now telling their candidates to back away from Obama. He is an idiot that chose a VP that said he would vote for McCain over Obama (Biden).

I am SO enjoying this election. I can't wait until the debates.

Oh, don't forget who the Russians support for President... Obama. And who is calling Obama a muslim?  Muslims. Maybe he made that point clear while he was visiting the 57 states (of Islam?).

By the way, how does Obama get off claiming to be black (which he isn't) when he is half Arab Muslim decent and half white and his muslim forefathers were slave traders and his father was a communist party official?

By the way, note I backed my comments up with a majority of reports from the liberal media or video of him and his supporters, you just spouted lies that even the liberal media has proven to be false.

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I got this in an email today. It almost made me cry. It fit in with your "Never Forget" article.
9-11 tribute. Thank you for everything you do.

Editor's note: Thank you for reading.
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Dear Edgefield Daily Editor,
Parents in South Carolina are confused about the 2008 PACT scores.
So-called "gains" don't match up with SAT and ACT scores, and the State's grading methods are very controversial. Now there is evidence that local school officials have been further skewing the process, even helping students cheat! Your site readers will want to learn more: “Educators” Cook Books at Charleston School
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Editor's post: Here's a fun little test to find out how old your brain is. Here are the instructions in English so you'll know what to do when you get there:

Procedure of Flash Fabrica Game:
1. Touch 'start' (Don't worry about the foreign language on the screen.)
2. Wait for 3, 2, 1.
3. Memorize each number's position on the screen, then click the circle from the smallest number to the biggest number.
4. At the end of game, computer will tell you how old your brain.
TAKE THE TEST

My brain was 28 years old. I wish my brain would tell my body, it still thinks I'm 46.
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Way to go JET Middle School. Great win over McCormink Middle on Sept. 11th. 26 to 6 !!!
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Yea I started off a freshmen as well at FCHS. I loved it my first two years then it when downhill from there. I started learning less and less. Maybe USCA has higher standars than Winthrop. IDK. I was a life scholar also. I had a high GPA and lets face it your daughter seems smart from the way you talk and I think Im pretty smart as well. I have to be to have gotten the scholorship. All I am saying is that I didnt learn anything. I know what a rubric is thank you and it doesnt make her any better than anyone else if she does know what a rubric is. Good for her. She probably has you supporting her too. Wow yea my parents help me but I have a lot of stuff of my own that I have to pay for. She probably has you paying for every single thing just like any other parent at FC would do for their children.  It is just going to take me some time to getting used to work and school. FC just needs to learn to prepare students better for college.
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I read the "never forget" article and thought it was a cheap shot to put that picture of our next PRESIDENT under the picture of Osama.

Editor's note: At least I did not have to photoshop the picture like the Democrats are doing to Gov. Palin, it is Sen. Obama in all his glory. I can't help it if he looked a lot like Obama, I mean Osama, I'm sorry, they look and sound so much alike it is hard to tell who is who.
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In response to the writer, concerning Mt. Canan and Rev. Brightharp.  (Content emoved) I tried for a long time to refrain and will continue to do so, but you are missing the point - all because your continue to be misled!
First, The bible states,"For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God".  Understand that you, I and , your Pastor have sinned.  God already knows that.  It is not my place, your place, nor your Pastor's place to point out other people's sins.  Now, I know personally that your Pastor does this and continues to do this from the pulpit and out of the pulpit!  So let's not be so fast to right one person and wrong the other.
Secondly, the bible states,"God is not the author of confusion..".  You can't pray over MESS nor preach over MESS and THINK that God's presence will remain in a place of MESS.  Sure there are  good people there and not so good people also.  That is the case in every church(black, white, and other)...Folks who consider themselves "spiritual"  are sometimes the biggest HELLRAISERS! If you plan on making it to HEAVEN you better live the WORD!  For beginners:  Love your enemies, by this time your knees should be black from praying so much you won't have time to throw rocks at each other.  Mt. Canan is in a sad state because of the (removed) leadership, unspiritual members - so ready to talk about other churches, and believers that do not study the Word.  If you or anybody else there plans on making it to Heaven-don't entrust your soul to man(Brightharp)-you'll get disappointed everytime.  Rather trust God with your heart, mind , and soul.  Keep Praying!
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I hope some local store owners,have their ass's burnt,over what happened at the pump this evening.It's all well and fine to cut off at $40.00.But raising the price $0.42 in less than a day, should be against the law!!