Gov and comptroller clash over immediate 4 percent cuts
South Carolina Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom urges four percent immediate agency budget cuts to curb overspending. Governor Mark Sanford prefers voluntary cuts now and targeted rescissions by legislators in January, while Eckstrom argues for prompt action.
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Sheriff investigates shooting by FBI agent at home
Greenville County deputies probe after an FBI agent shoots a man in the buttocks during a scuffle at the agent’s home. Master Deputy Michael Hildebrand says the 60 year old Ronnie William Pennington was found in the driveway and faces peeping and aggravated assault charges. The agent’s name not released and the shooting deemed justified.
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Clemson and USC Lead South Carolina Travel Spending
University of South Carolina Provost Mark Becker spent $45,693 on travel the year ended June 30, leading more than 2,400 state employees in state travel costs. Clemson University spent $12.4 million and USC $9.3 million, with the report highlighting Becker’s international collaborations and a Confucius Institute effort. John Weidner contributed $43,443 for sabbatical travel in Germany aiding hydrogen energy research. Gov Mark Sanford ranks in the top 50 for travel paid by his office and the Commerce Department totaling over $21,000, including China visits for World Economic Forum-related trips.
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