Voices and quotes across local officials and figures
A mix of remarks from Aiken Councilman Skipper Perry on annexation, Assistant Solicitor Heidi Holland and Circuit Judge Tom Ervin on court matters, a Trump-related trade tower note, F. Lee Bailey on legal costs, Mayor Tom Greene on a group home, isotope geochemist Dr Christopher Romanek on Mars rocks, Phil Mottel on elected office, Pat Robertson on ABA accreditation, and Aiken County schools chief Linda Eldridge on MAT7 results.
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GOP uses Butch and Sundance analogy to frame convention
Philadelphia Inquirer columnist David Boldt argues the Republican convention delivered a sharper, more credible message than expected. He cites Sen. Specter and keynote speeches by Molinari and Powell as energizing, while noting staged appearances helped the party project growth and tax-cut themes to voters.
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Welfare to Jobs Push in Dorchester County Gains Momentum
Dorchester County Department of Social Services reports over 200 welfare recipients placed in jobs with its assistance since January. The shift aligns with Gov Beasley's initiative to convert DSS from welfare provider to jobs agency as federal welfare reforms loosen restrictions.
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Letters raised on Hammond Hills fears face community backlash
A letter criticizes a Hammond Hills group TASHH for spreading misinformation about a four-person residence for middle aged women with mental disabilities. The writer argues education over prejudice and cites historic civil rights figures, while also thanking hospital staff for care in a relative’s obituary.
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