Jockeys Seek Advertising as Derby Ride Looms
Jose Santos and John Velazquez weigh wearing ads at the Kentucky Derby as a lawsuit challenges the state's ban on advertising and union patches. A federal judge's decision on First Amendment grounds could render the dispute moot before post time.
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John Velazquez
U.S
John Heyburn
Kentucky
Jockeys’ Guild
Velazquez
Santos
Prescribed Burns Protect Forests and Homes in Dry Conditions
State officials cite prescribed burning as the key wildfire prevention tool. The Hitchcock Foundation describes using controlled burns for a decade to remove forest fuel, protect nearby houses, and promote forest health. We aim to burn every three years to reduce fuel.
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South Carolina Forestry Commission
Ken Cabe
Hitchcock Foundation
Dacre Stoker
Stoker
Cace
Seat belt bill dies in Senate after filibuster
The South Carolina Senate rejected a bill for stronger seat belt laws after a lengthy filibuster. A two-thirds vote to end debate failed 23-21, leaving supporters disappointed as critics warned of reduced government reach and personal liberty concerns. Senator Greg Ryberg voiced frustration at minority-led delay.
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South Carolina
Senate
Greg Ryberg
R-Aiken
Ryberg
Glenn McConnell
Charleston
McConnell
ARMC Lays Off 19 Employees At Aiken Regional
Aiken Regional Medical Centers reduced its staff by 19 positions from about 1000 workers on Monday. The layoffs were mandated by owner Universal Health Services Inc. ARMC administrator K D Justyn said the cuts affect clerical and administrative roles and do not impact nurses or direct patient care.
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Aiken
ARMC
Kay Dillon
Universal Health Services Inc
Aiken Hospital
UHS
K.D. Justyn
Justyn
Dillon
Shoes remind of souls harmed by sexual assaults
A display at the Aiken County Judicial Center features more than 130 pairs of shoes representing sexual assault victims in Aiken County since 2003. An infant pair, a 84 year old victim, and survivor quotes highlight how victims face the legal system, with 24 hour services offered by the Cumbee Center and 2016 statewide cases reported last year.
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Aiken County
Cumbee Center
Carmen Landy
Sandy
United Way Agency
Ginny Southworth
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