Budget advisory groups prep state agenda with mostly insiders
Governor Sanford assembled 66 appointees to set priorities in eight areas including education health care and public safety most work for state government. Critics say minority voices and advocacy groups are underrepresented while public notice of meetings is lacking.
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First Steps board approves plans to expand funding
The South Carolina First Steps board agreed Thursday to allocate about 11 million more to at risk children programs, contingent on matching funds from local, federal or private sources. The Legislature had earmarked 3 million in June for the agency, which must raise private money to meet the match.
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H and R Block Offers Income Tax Courses in Aiken Area
H and R Block promotes an 11 week Income Tax Course with hands on case studies. The program teaches federal and state tax returns and tax law effects and aims to prepare students for seasonal or part time work as tax professionals. Contact numbers and local office locations are listed for enrollment.
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South Carolina sees rising uninsured and poverty rates
Census Bureau findings show SC uninsured adults rose to 13.1 percent over 2001-2003 while poverty climbed to 14 percent. Experts attribute stagnation and budget cuts, with small businesses and tourism limiting insurance access. A new site will help residents find affordable coverage and centers.
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Frances strengthens into hurricane far from land
Frances becomes hurricane in the central Atlantic about 1,000 miles east of the Lesser Antilles with maximum sustained winds near 80 mph. Forecasters expect faster organization and continued west northwest movement, posing no land threat for now as the sixth named storm of the 2004 season.
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