Education bill reshapes First Steps toward education focus
House leaders say the bill strengthens education funding under First Steps, reducing non education spending. Wilkins questions goals and critics call the plan a political gimmick citing an 8 percent cap on admin costs versus 15 percent previously.
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Winter Weather Persists Then Cleans Up By Weekend
A low pressure system keeps the CSRA and Southeast unsettled with thunder and rain one night and cooler temperatures the next. Meteorologist Chuck Hunter says the cut-off low will break away today and tomorrow, with milder weather by Saturday as the weekend warms.
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Court ruling threatens spousal abuse shelter funding
Aiken civil court found the Cumbee Center negligent for providing transport to a shelter client who was killed by her estranged husband. The center faces a potential loss of C 108000 if the verdict stands on appeal. Kay Mixon said the appeal aims to aid shelters nationwide as Rita Smith pledges support. Mrs Parker notes fundraising baskets in businesses to gather donations and stress the shelter’s community importance.
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