Upstate Lakes and Mountains Draw Toursits Economic Boost
Tourists flock to Upstate South Carolina lakes and mountains boosting revenue. Pendleton official says activity is blasting with Pendleton visitation up 45 percent from last summer and visitors from 27 states. Hartwell Lake camps boost Corps income about 15 percent as Greenville promoters credit new accommodations tax for marketing funds.
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Thanks For The Memories Photo Sings Ella To Hospital Staff
Ella Fitzgerald entertained staff at George Washington University Hospital after a weeklong stay for respiratory problems. The 67 year old singer left in good spirits with plans for a five week California vacation before returning to perform at the Hollywood Bowl in September.
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New GI Bill Opens College Doors in South Carolina
Adjutant General T Eston Marchant says the newly enacted GI Bill extends college tuition aid to South Carolina Guardsmen and Reservists starting July 1. Eligible personnel can receive up to 140 dollars monthly for undergrad costs, with a four year maximum of 5040 dollars, and no required contribution.
Doctors Abundant Yet Rural SC Faces Distribution Hurdles
MUSC President James Edwards says South Carolina will have enough physicians through 2000 but distribution is uneven with rural areas underserved. The state has 4 431 doctors and 142 per 100 000, ranking 30th nationwide, while 43 percent live in Charleston area. Steps include rural residency training and a new physician recruitment office.
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