Aiken voters send warning in light turnout special election
In Tuesday’s Aiken County special elections a winner and a loser framed the results as a pushback against a perceived power elite. Inease Williamson’s victory over four opponents signaled voter desire for independent choice, while former councilman Mike Toole lamented powerlessness. Councilwoman LaVana McKenzie barely beat Libertarian Doug Greene 628 to 623 in District 3, Greene calling it a wake up call for both major parties.
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Bar Says Huff Not Qualified for Appeals Seat
South Carolina bar committee releases a not qualified rating for Rep. Thomas E. Huff of North Augusta for an Appeals Court seat. Huff accuses elitist lawyers of partisan power plays while opposing a bill to let the bar name at least three qualified candidates. He remains in the race as five candidates seek the Appeals Court post.
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Tom) Huff
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Economy Slips as Growth Slows in Early 1991
The Commerce Department reported the first quarter GDP at a 1.8 percent annual rate, well below the prior quarter's 4.7 percent surge, signaling a slower economic recovery. Labor data showed initial jobless claims easing to 349,000, suggesting a steadier labor market amid policy battles in Washington.
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Ty Bridge Calendar Classifieds Society Note
Classifieds and community calendar items fill this page with brief notices and light feature blurbs from local readers and advertisers. Contains crossword clues and a playful cryptoquote puzzle for reader engagement.
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A brief read asking readers to call 648 2311 with story ideas and mentions sections such as Horoscope Local Front Movies Obituaries Television Weather.
Local Society Names Revealed in Page 3B
Ruthie Nab, Augusta R. Earle Gunter, Wagoner Rajah Lou Thomas and others are listed in a society roundup. The notice directs readers to Page 3B for full details on members and affiliations.
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R. Earle Gunter
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Rollo Seeks Legal Fee Order in Jackson Case
Aiken County Master-in-Equity Robert Smoak told Rollo attorney to prepare an order for review on Rollo s claim for legal fees against the town. Rollo 80 is a candidate in Tuesday municipal elections. the judge may order about 12 500 in fees from the 1991 misconduct in office case that did not go to prosecution.
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Robert Smoak
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Barbara Morgan
Aiken School Board Faces 2.7 Million Budget Gap
Aiken County Board of Education convened a special session on the 1993-94 deficit with no consensus. Trustees push for a May 11 vote and consider tax increases after meetings with the Legislative Delegation. Suggestions include staffing cuts and possibly closing Freedman Central School.
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P. Williamson
Joseph R. Brooks
Glover M. Hickson
Hickson
Jack Hunter
John Bradley
Principals Propose Budget Saving Options in Aiken County
A seven member principals committee has sent seven recommendations to the Aiken County Board of Education to cover a 2.7 million dollar deficit for 1993 94. A proposal to close Freedman Central School, the district's alternative facility, would save about 430000. Trustee Sheran B Proctor supported the idea noting the need to find savings while Superintendent Joseph R Brooks defended keeping Freedman.
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Aiken County
Joseph R. Brooks
Freedman
Trustees consider second of four Dr. Brooks options
Hickson asks trustees to adopt the second of four proposals from Dr. Brooks, none of which would fund Aiken County schools beyond current levels. The options exclude school security nurses libraries and instructional improvement, self-help programs, and transportation vehicles.
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Jury to Hear Case Against Woman in Thurmond Fatality
A Columbia jury will hear the case of Corrinne Koenig charged with felony driving under the influence in the death of Nancy Moore Thurmond, daughter of Sen. Strom Thurmond. Police allege Koenig was drunk and speeding when the collision occurred on April 13.
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