South Carolina faces loss of clout in Congress
The death of Rep Floyd Spence and likely retirement of Sen Strom Thurmond threaten SC clout in Washington. If incumbents win, by 2003 only three lawmakers will have more than 10 years in office, all Democrats, reshaping seniority in a state that backed Bush in 2000. Colleague views vary on seniority’s power.
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Floyd Spence
Stromp Thurmond
South Carolina
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George W. Bush
Norman Ornstein
American Enterprise Institute
Ernest “Fritz” Hollings
John Spratt
Jim Clyburn
Jim DeMint
Henry Brown
Water upgrade plan for New Ellenton includes 100000-gallon tank
The commission plans a 100000-gallon water tank near Talatha Church Road to serve a proposed hotel and conference center. Edwin Sanders notes developer Bansi Patel, an Augusta resident, will install lines to connect to New Ellenton’s system, bringing water services to Fever and Neton.
Fourth armed robbery suspect traced in Beech Island case
Three other men were arrested Friday in connection with the Tuesday incident. A search remains for at least one more suspect in the Hudson case. Frank said Roger Dwayne Martin, 19, of 109 Storm Branch Circle, North Augusta, is charged with possession of a firearm during the attempted armed robbery and murder. Arrested Friday were Eric Manuel Holmes Jr, 19, of Pine Grove Road, Aiken. George E. Sims, 19, of Storm Branch Road, North Augusta. and Russell A. Cunningham, 16, of Janie Circle, Bath. Hudson, 20, was found shot dead on Branch Court in Beech Island Tuesday after a neighbor heard gunshots. Information can be reported to the sheriff’s office or Crime Stoppers for a chance at a $1000 reward.
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Aiken
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Residents oppose hotel and conference center in Hunter's Glen
Aiken County residents from Hunter's Glen oppose a proposed hotel and conference center citing water bills for out of town rates, traffic, crime concerns, and environmental impact. They argue against using the Hunters Glen Road entrance and warn the project would disrupt a residential area and wetlands.
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Hunter's Glen
Judy Moorhead
Aiken County
Hunters Glen Road
Moorhead
Jan Culbertson
Bonnie Culbertson
New Ellenton
Trey
Aiken airport terminal expansion reconfigures lot
Terminal ewn OM 1A building and promote the city Huggins said that the expansion also includes a reconfiguration of the terminal's parking lot. It will more than double the lot's capacity from about 30 spaces. The project, designed by Howard Woodrum Fant and Associates for W. K. Dickson, aims to convey southern charm with a balanced look. Funding includes 200000 from the South Carolina Aeronautic Commission, Aiken 20/20 funds, and grant money from the Aiken Electric Cooperative. Proceeds from land sales at Verenes, Avia tion and Ventures business parks are to be used for airport improvements. The airport is city owned and operated by Royal Zipper Robbins and Mike Laver, serving general aviation and allowing private, corporate and charter traffic.
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Aeronautic Commission
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Aviation and Ventures
Federal Aviation Commission
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Mike Laver
Summer Spree faces crowd concerns over entry costs
Summer Spree drew patrons like Jane Wilson and her nine year old Patrick who complained about pay to enter and to ride. The event ended early at 1pm due to rain threats though Patrick looked forward to a fun wet day and family games. Organizers Schmidt aims to revive the family oriented festival each summer.
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Schmidt
Redistricting debate centers on GOP plans and punitive measures
MOORE recalled a typical slasher movie scenario as he described GOP redistricting ideas. He noted amendments sponsored by Sen. Joe Wilson that would pair Moore with Sen. Brad Hutto and place Orangeburg with Jackson and Aiken areas. He criticized plans creating incumbent-free districts and punitive moves intended to influence outcomes, saying the Justice Department and courts would review them. Messrs Setzler and Ryberg could not be reached for comment.
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Joe Wilson
Springdale
Brad Hutto
Orangeburg
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Midland Valley
Aiken
Billy O'Dell
D-Anderson
Nikki Setzler
West Columbia
Justice Department
South Carolina
Aiken County
Setzler
Greg Ryberg
R-Aiken
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