States call for convention under Article V to curb federal power
South Carolina and Virginia lead in bipartisan push to convene a Constitutional Convention under Article V. Florida expected to back it Friday as lawmakers argue two thirds of states can apply and delegates would propose amendments to balance federal authority. Local reporter Derrek Asberry notes supporters include Rep. Bill Taylor and constitutional law professor Bob Menges.
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Weather based bill adjustments at SCE&G raise concerns
Regulatory Staff report shows SCE&G used nearly 22 000 weather based adjustment factors from August 2010 to August 2013. Calculations rely on 19 equations across 20 billing cycles per customer group, causing intra category billing differences. Agreement favors consumers but worries about spikes in cold snaps.
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Budget billing eyed to ease winter electric bills
Frank Knapp and other petitioners back budget billing as a way to stabilize variable winter bills. SCE&G notes customers saved about 25 million over three years due to adjustments, with 8.7 million remaining from weather based credits. State verification is unclear and the utility says no rate increases are planned to recover the balance.
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All Star Tents and Events Provides Full Wedding Rentals
Vendors list wedding day items for a 100 guest ceremony at The Willcox. Items include tents lighting tables chairs bar linens china silver glassware with setup and delivery. Totals shown for cakes bands photography tuxedos planner and venues. Substantial packages add catering and lodging with champagne.
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Southern Living wedding sweepstakes opens December first
The contest runs from December 1 to February 28 with online entry via southernliving.com and a mail option. Post cards must include name address phone and email sent to US Sweepstakes in Rochester New York. Amy Banton is the Aiken Standard county reporter since May 2010.
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