Clearwater plant cleanup could spark redevelopment
Editorial urges using the Clearwater Finishing Plant site for cleanup and redevelopment. It cites a proposal from the owner and Urban Land Institute of South Carolina, notes calls for standards and watchdog oversight by Aiken County officials, and hopes for a lasting, pride-worthy project rather than another false start.
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Lawmakers weigh tax districts for school funding and developer leverage
The Hilton Head Island Packet notes a proposed bill allowing local governments to create special tax districts to fund new schools, funded by property taxes with owner approval. Critics warn it limits true school impact fees and favors developers, urging boundary control and optional owner opt out.
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Pray for America: Proclamation and faith in crisis
Aiken resident pleads for national reflection on God and providence amid public prayers and debates over whether America was ever a Christian nation. He cites Tocqueville and Pilgrims to warn that separating religion from national life endangers liberty and morality.
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Obama notes 15 months in race as babies grow up
Barack Obama says his long run for president has spanned about 15 months, during which babies born after his initial announcement are now walking and talking. Teresita Schaffer discusses Nepal’s Maoists winning elections and the government’s surprise response.
Veterans license plates stalled by politics in South Carolina
James Bronder of Aiken criticizes state legislators for blocking a bill to issue veterans license plates for motorcycles cars and trucks. He likens the stalemate to a septic tank problem caused by arrogance and lobbyist influence and urges veterans to contact Senators to move Bill H4157 out of the Senate Transportation Committee for a vote.
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