County Demographics and Family Statistics Summary
County data show shifts in population by race and age from 1960 to 1999, with preschoolers under 6 making 8.1 percent of residents in 1999. Teen births, single motherhood, and poverty rose through decades, while labor force participation by mothers increased. Domestic assaults and child welfare investigations were substantial in late 1990s, with notable poverty disparities by race and family structure.
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South African parent keeps daughter home amid school rumors
A parent, speaking on condition of anonymity, kept her daughter home as rumors spread at the school. Gallman noted the date marked anniversaries of the Waco siege, Oklahoma City bombing, and Holocaust remembrance, stressing daily vigilance and awareness for staff.
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Aiken officials raise school safety as Columbine anniversary nears
Capt Tom Galardi of the Aiken Department of Public Safety says no violence reported in any Aiken schools as teachers and officers boost precautions. Extra patrols including PACT, mounted and uniform officers will increase visible presence to ease parent and student concerns amid anniversary discussions. Local educators note ongoing safety policies and quiet routines with Friday often seen as hectic at times. Principal Lynn Landis says it is business as usual with staff reminded to report anything abnormal.
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Aiken
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EPA manages Dixie Narco site cleanup under Superfund rules
The EPA continues oversight of the Dixie Narco site in South Carolina after S C DHEC turned investigations over in 1999. CERCLA established EPA authority to clean up hazardous releases, with NPL listing guiding funding from the Superfund. Sandler notes most cleanup costs are borne by liable parties, and the site may be treated as an NPL equivalent to expedite action. EPA offers to help form a community advisory group and provides contact numbers for more information.
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South Carolina
Sandler
Dixie- Narco
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Con‘act
Maritza Ortez
Teens Face Complex Wellness, Education Trends in State
Baron Holmes of Kids Count notes a 5 percent drop in dropout rates over two decades and 14,555 eighth-graders not enrolled four years after, down from 15,074 in 1980s. HITCH director Campbell cites broader issues like abuse and emotional crises influencing learning, while teens report shifts in marijuana use and teen pregnancy trends through the 1980s and 1990s.
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Larry Campbell
HITCH
Sarah Holmes
Watts
Campbell
North Central High School
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North Central
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Slayman
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