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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 2003
Page
2
Readers argue for Sunday opening hours and churchtime balance while discussing blue laws and ballot wording. They call for a simple English referendum, support a sports bar with NFL Sunday Ticket, critique payday lenders, and share patriotism, veteran and welfare views.
Aiken official Chris Verenes warns that despite rising expectations for schools funding remains near 1980s levels after inflation. He notes accountability laws and a $750 million bond shape policy while funding gaps and testing stress persist amid budget restraints.
The Valley Empty Stocking Fund enters its 26th year as volunteers process applications for vouchers to help families in need. Recipients will pick up vouchers December 20 at Langley Community Center. donations, including from numerous local organizations, total over the years to thousands of dollars.
Beech Island residents Buddy Barton and Bennett Collier joined fellow Urquhart Station retirees and current workers to commemorate the facility’s 50th anniversary on a Tuesday morning near the Savannah River. They recalled early days, with Barton noting the plant’s growth and Collier reminiscing about coal handling and car releases.
South Carolina faces a debated budget fate with lawmakers split on tax hikes. Sen. Tommy Moore warns of needs for higher funding for Medicaid education and state employees while Rep. Skipper Perry favors deeper cuts if revenue declines. They foresee a tight 2004 session with proposed tax measures, including lottery tax talks.
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