Aiken City Council votes on 1 percent hospitality tax plan
City leaders backed a proposed 1 percent hospitality tax to fund infrastructure and tourism projects with a second vote in May. Council member Dick Dewar opposed, citing unclear benefits for businesses while Mayor Fred Cavanaugh and others argued the levy would fuel growth, parking deck, and a planned hotel renovation in downtown Aiken. Officials estimate at least 1.2 million in annual revenue could flow to the general fund and support public parking and related initiatives.
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Aiken Council OKs first 1 percent hospitality tax
Public comment mostly opposed the tax plan as residents urged alternatives. City Council approved the first of two required readings for a 1 percent hospitality tax, with only Dick Dewar voting no. Critics noted potential impact on fixed incomes as seniors dine out infrequently.
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Area Deaths Bernice Branham Dixon in New Ellenton
Bernice Branham Dixon 86 of New Ellenton died Friday. Services scheduled at Redmond Funeral Home with burial at Pinecrest Cemetery. Survived by son Michael Dixon and daughter Linda Hayes. brother James Branham. several grandchildren. Local visitation at Redmond.
Tax on prepared food in SC cities proposed
About 100 South Carolina cities would expand hospitality tax to all prepared food and beverages sold at restaurants and grocery stores. The plan estimates annual revenue of about 1.2 million dollars.
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Riots Grip Baltimore After Gray Funeral
Rioters torched a pharmacy, set police cars ablaze, and hurled bricks at officers in Baltimore hours after thousands mourned George Floyd style death in police custody. The governor declared a state of emergency and National Guard assistance, with a weeklong curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Dozens arrested, at least 15 officers injured, two hospitalized, police used line formations and pepper spray as crowds were controlled.
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Police Boy, 5, Wanders Away From Home Warrenville
A 5-year-old boy walked away from his Warrenville home while his family slept. He was found crying near a bar at Howlandville and Augusta roads at about 9:15 p.m. and reunited with his parents the next morning. No charges will be filed against the parents.
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