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September 24, 2025
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FREE training to meet demand in telecom industry

Skilled, certified tower technicians are critical in supporting the telecommunications industry. As 5G, broadband, and fiber projects expand and increase, so does the need for this workforce. “These projects allow employment for skilled tower technicians to build, upgrade, and maintain cell towers, antennas, and related equipment,” said Aiken Technical College Director of Continuing Education Athena Freeman. “The current pool of trained tower technicians is small and does not meet the demand.” To help address this workforce need, Aiken Tech is offering a certified tower technician course from October 13-25. The

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Staff Report September 24, 2025 No Comments
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Young men’s problem? National service programs might solve it

As you found out in this space three weeks ago, I am a fan of radio and television commentator, Michael Smerconish. While my wife and I are not regular viewers of CNN, Smerconish’s Saturday morning show at 9 am on CNN has become appointment viewing for us. As I noted in my previous column, in addition to his centrist perspective, we are attracted to his “Daily Poll” because it typically addresses a timely and relevant topic in a very interesting manner. On this past Saturday’s show, Smerconish’s poll question was:

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Dr. Rick Franza September 24, 2025 No Comments
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Progress but work remains one year later

Damaged buildings, thousands of trees lost, and a $6 million cleanup faced Augusta University one year ago. Hurricane Helene devastated parts of the CSRA as a full-strength hurricane, something the region had never experienced. The one-year anniversary is this Saturday. There are still areas of destruction and scars marking where trees and buildings once stood, but there are also signs of recovery. At the Summerville campus of Augusta University (AU), damaged roofs and facades have been repaired, but the decorative ironwork at the main entrance off of Walton Way is

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 24, 2025 No Comments