Aiken Narrowly Loses World Series Bid After First Ballot
Glenn Parker of One Department traveled to Sulphur Springs to present on hosting the 13 year World Series. Coleman noted Dixie Boys officials pressed them to bid again next year. Aiken led by one vote after an initial ballot before Muscle Shoals voters shifted, giving Jackson a one vote win. Coleman called timing a possible factor and said it was a learning experience.
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Dixie Boys
Aiken
Muscle Shoals
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Tennessee
Aiken eyes bid for next year’s state tournaments
Kim Coleman says the experience was learning oriented and hints Aiken may bid again for the 13 and 14 year old state tournaments. She notes observations from Louisiana facilities and discussions with players and parents about tournament desires. Citizens Park hosted last month and will host a Dixie Youth 10 year district tournament next year in February.
Savannah River engineering park to receive DOE grant
The Department of Energy will award funds to the Tri-County Alliance for infrastructure improvements at the Savannah River area engineering park. The project spans Allendale, Barnwell and Bamberg counties, with over 600 potential jobs and nearly 187 million dollars in investment, plus an estimated 11 million for phase one.
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Allendale
Barnwell
Bamberg
State bus maintenance woes spark calls to retire aging fleets
Smith argued school buses should be retired after 100 000 miles with some in the state fleet reaching 200 000 miles. He noted the 1995 purchase of 2 200 buses marked the last major transport commitment. The house budget proposed 30 million for new buses via a bond bill, which the Senate did not approve.
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Smith
Local magistrate nomination stalls amid county splits
Senator Moore and Senator Setzler urged Hodges to appoint the vacant judge slot, sending the paper on May 31 for Senate approval. Senator Ryberg opposes, arguing he represents a larger share of Aiken County and should name the nominee. Senate sign off required by all county senators before full chamber review. Moore plans another push when the Senate reconvenes on August 13.
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Moore
Nikki Setzler
Lexington
Hodges
Senate
Setzler
Greg Ryberg
R-Aiken
Ryberg
Aiken County
Jail project touted as safer new facility on Wire Road
Boosters claimed the Wire Road jail would improve security and efficiency over the old Hampton Avenue facility. The move should not require major funding or staffing increases as the building remains under construction and is expected to be substantially complete by late September. Klugh noted the S C Employment Security Commission and Aiken County Human Resources assist with job applications.
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Hampton Avenue
Klugh
S.C. Employment Security Commission
Aiken County Human Resources
Aloha Bowl Plans Face South Carolina Opposition
McGee outlines why South Carolina should not host the Christmas Day Aloha Bowl at Williams-Brice Stadium. He cites harm to bowl readiness, uncertain SEC guarantees, and a 1500 worker need. City leaders praise potential publicity but counties point to empty funds and prior tax commitments. Negotiations consider Anaheim as an alternative site.
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Gamecocks
Southeastern Conference
Tive
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