DSS Toughens Rules for Substance Abusers in Foster Reunions
Columbia DSS issued stricter directives aimed at substance abusing parents seeking child reunification from foster care. Director Ramona Foley said addicted caretakers need more help than housing, amid the Dezmen Wideman homicide case and prior reunification after treatment.
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Aiken School Board Eyes Mall Lease in Revitalization Plan
The Aiken school board discussed a lease purchase plan for an 80,000 square foot mall to house district offices with possible rental to other agencies. The plan aims to shift ownership to the district, fund a five year educational foundation, and finalize plans by late August.
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Altman Defends Testimony Amid Whitewater Probe
Altman, pressed by Republicans, apologizes for misleading testimony on Whitewater contacts from Feb. 24 while insisting no ethical breach occurred. He suggests a misreading of senators' questions and notes he should have recused from certain investigations. Domenici accuses the testimony of bordering on lying. Mack declines semantic defenses.
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R-Fla
Aiken committee weighs cardiac services at regional hospital
The Community Task Force on Cardiac Services questions whether ANGIO procedures can be retained at Aiken Regional even without full heart service approval. Dr. David Cundey reports about 25 angioplasties monthly, near pre January levels, with emergency backup from University Hospital Augusta and only one transfer so far.
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Moves to buy former Belk building sparks debate over school control
Hyer leads a countywide vote push as 1 800 signatures oppose purchasing the vacant former Belk building. Concerned Parents of Area II argue moving in could cost over 2 500 000, though Westinghouse notes 800 000 in renovations meet standards. The board looks to hire a general contractor to estimate costs before deciding on Kalmia Mall space.
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Cullum
Jack Hunter
District 9
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