Rising insurance costs threaten wrecker firms across the region
Patsy Willing and Ricky Broomes warn that liability premiums for wrecker operators could nearly double, forcing many firms out of business. Aiken area owners plan a 6 p.m. August 15 meeting at Ryan's Family Steakhouse to map a strategy as premium notices spread to more than two dozen county services. Wording notes premiums rising from about 8 000 to 14 000 annually, with some firms facing 25 000. Officials from the Insurance Commission and DOT may attend, while Rep. Charles R. Sharpe seeks data on the situation. Industry experts say there is no cap on rates and small trucking losses drive higher costs for towing services into a broader premium squeeze.
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No Significant Change Expected in Aiken County Enrollments
Officials anticipate stable enrollments for the next school year with a possible slight decrease from 2000 2001 figures. Area counts total 24 509 students for K 12 and about 1 000 more expected in adult education, according to Brock Heron the comptroller.
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Trial set for James Baughman in double murder case
Bentonville Arkansas James Baughman a 43 year old Trenton South Carolina man charged with two counts of capital murder in the October 1999 deaths of Joanne Kneece and James Suggs was deemed fit for trial Judge David Clinger ruled the trial will begin Oct 2 Cushman also faces trial Aug 17 Prosecutors seek the death penalty The judge noted Baughman understands court proceedings and can assist his attorneys despite literacy concerns and prior jail disputes during mental status hearings.
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State Hospital
Little Rock
Stabbing reported on Howlandville Road in Aiken County
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office investigates a Saturday morning stabbing in the 200 block of Howlandville Road. Robert Wheeler, 39, of Augusta, was stabbed in the lower back by Benjamin Sharp, 47, of Howlandville Road, as Wheeler tried to leave on a motorcycle. Wheeler was taken to the Medical College of Georgia. a warrant for assault and battery with intent to kill is being sought against Sharp.
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Augusta
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Tax-free holiday boosts shoppers across South Carolina
Local shoppers in South Carolina flocked to stores for the second tax free weekend offering tax exemptions on school supplies, clothing, accessories and footwear. Parents like Karen Nelson and Terri Garris praise the savings as Augusta residents cross the river, while teachers such as Stacey Riddick plan purchases for classrooms and incentive prizes.
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