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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 2004
Page
7
U S Senate candidate Jim DeMint urged allowing prescription drugs from Canada and Europe to compete with U S prices. He cited lower costs abroad and called for aggressive action, while state officials warned of the legality and safety concerns and counterfeit risks.
Grace Jordan McFadden, the first Black female professor at the University of South Carolina College of Humanities and Social Sciences, died Sunday of a heart attack at age 60. Colleagues recall her trailblazing impact and advocacy for women and minority professors.
South Carolina agriculture commissioner Charles Sharpe 65 refunds $718 of his final pay after being suspended two days early. Sharpe, indicted on extortion and money laundering charges, said he did not earn two days of pay and defended his integrity while awaiting legal proceedings. The governor may suspend statewide elected officials under the state constitution.
Charleston and Myrtle Beach leaders report a strong 2004 for the state’s $15 billion tourism industry. Occupancy and room rates rose about 3.5 percent in the first half, led by Myrtle Beach and Greenville, while accommodations tax up 4 percent and admissions tax near 5 percent. Executives note return visitors and new attractions as Charleston works to maintain momentum.
An 11 year old girl drowned at River Oaks Retreat Center in Honey Path after sliding 76 feet into a pond. Divers recovered Tianna Dukes about an hour later. she died at Greenville Memorial Hospital. Funeral details were not released.
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