South Carolina lawmakers push governor to take stimulus funds
Legislators vote 31-12 to compel Governor Sanford to seek 350 million yearly in federal stimulus, part of a 5.7 billion budget. Senate plans 185 million for schools and 100 million for higher education, with rest to law enforcement. Sanford opposes taking funds. debate centers on legislative authority versus governor control.
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South Carolina launches Market Maker online food database
Officials unveiled S C Market Maker to expand market opportunities for farmers and fishermen and put local food on plates. The system connects farmers and fishermen to distributors retailers and restaurants and is used by about 15 states. Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers called it a compliment to Certified S C Grown.
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South Carolina man ordered to undergo mental evaluation in child murder case
Demetrius Goodwin 23 faces homicide by child abuse charges after authorities say his 2 year old daughter was suffocated. Circuit Judge Casey Manning denied bond until the psych evaluation is completed as investigations confirmed suffocation after Goodwin claimed the child fell down stairs on February 5. Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott described the case and initial statements as part of the arrest.
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Environmental rules tighten South Carolina landfills
South Carolina environmental board approved tighter rules to curb landfill inflows and require detailed approvals. Senate committee will review. current capacity allows 42 million tons annually, cut to about 11 million tons. state generates about 5 million tons yearly. A two year moratorium on new megadumps is under consideration.
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