U N summit disappoints the greens and progress
United Nations coverage notes environmentalists frustrated by stalemate at the UN summit, yet observes slow, steady gains in international environmental law since Rio 1992. Highlights include the Biodiversity Treaty taking effect in 1993 and the Law of the Sea active in 1994, shaping protections and ocean economics.
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Lugoff plane crash kills one passenger
A Beechcraft four passenger plane from Grand Rapids Michigan crashed near Lugoff Elementary School off State Highway 34 in a wooded area. One occupant died, another was flown to Richland Memorial Hospital, and two others remained in transit with conditions not yet released. Authorities traced the wreckage after weather forced the aircraft to circle before landing.
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Civil War era weaponry heroism and flag symbolism recounted
Educators recall early 1860s weapons and heroism, noting a February 1865 Confederate victory over a Union cavalry raid tied to Sherman’s total war. They discuss flags as rallying symbols, color guard duties, and the enduring appeal of reenactments and hands on history for all ages.
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Owens-Corning drug raid yields eight charges at plant
An undercover operation at Owens-Corning led to eight charges including three for simple possession of marijuana and four for unlawful possession of prescription drugs such as Valium Zanex and Didrex. Maj. Rowland said arrests would be named Monday. Officials credit employee tips and cooperative ACSO involvement.
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Aiken logo guidelines for sale items outlined by committee
The All America Logo Design Review Committee reviews commercial usage requests within 24 hours. Members include Leasa Segura and city officials Fred Cavanaugh Karen Papouchado Rick Osbon and Gail Diggs. Submissions should be fax friendly and may be mailed or delivered to the City of Aiken.
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Baptist ministers split on boycott against Disney actions
The Rev. Mark Miller of Shaws Fork Baptist Church says Baptists need not follow convention lines. Rev. Carl Hayes of Maranatha Baptist Church doubts the boycott method against Disney while opposing homosexuality. He notes Disney's extensive, varied holdings complicate any boycott. more than a dozen other pastors did not return calls.
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