Prison Money Shortage Triggers Potential Layoffs
Columbia AP. Corrections Department warns it needs 530000 by March to avoid unpaid bills and further staff cuts. The agency started the year with 1.9 million deficit. austerity began in September as water sewer costs rose, military surplus clothing was lost, and utilities increased. Committees held the joint hearing Wednesday.
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William Leeke
Jury weighs life or death for Truesdale in murder case
The Truesdale murder trial enters the penalty phase as jurors prepare to decide life in prison or the electric chair. Judge Ballenger set to instruct the jury as final arguments conclude. Defense lawyer Mobley laments the weight of the decision while David Bruck argues for life.
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State Help Is Sought in Catawba Land Claim Defense
York and Lancaster counties appealed to the state to fund most of the cost and hire a specialist to aid their defense against the Catawba tribe land claims. Seven county attorneys met with Gov. Riley and Budget and Control Board members in a closed session noting the defense could run into thousands of dollars.
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Richard W
Dick) Riley
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