Murder probe widens as ADPS seeks tips in Jessica Carpenter death
The Aiken Department of Public Safety appeals for information about Aug 4 death of Jessica Carpenter and notes the suspect may still be in the community. Two 24 hour tip lines are now active, and investigators seek details on her whereabouts, campus sightings, and new male acquaintances.
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SCE&G seeks third gas rate increase in five months
Columbia utility SCE&G requests a 19.25 percent rise in natural gas rates, adding about $10 to monthly bills. If approved, the hike would start January 1 and follows a 9.25 percent increase in November and an August 168 percent jump. SCE&G serves 262,000 customers across 30 South Carolina counties.
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Snow blankets Palmetto State as storm hits mountains
A winter storm dumped up to five inches of snow in the mountains of the Palmetto State and spread a light powder across the northern tier. Accu Weather meteorologist Paul Walker noted cold air would turn rain into wet snow with some flurries possible. Temperatures to fall near 18 degrees with clearing skies tonight.
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Post Office as busy as Santa's workshop
The Laurens Street post office races to handle holiday mail as Christmas nears. Postmaster James Sizemore says staff maintain five minute waits, with all windows open and only priority and express mail moving.
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USC Aiken to name permanent chancellor today
University of South Carolina president Dr John Palms is expected to announce the new permanent chancellor for USC Aiken this afternoon in Room 107 of the administration building. Interim leader Dr Tom Hallman, an USC Aiken administrator, has led the campus during the search and was named interim after the June retirement.
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Bush and Clinton Meet in Washington After Election
President elect Bush meets President Clinton in Washington as both parties echo cooperation. Bush intends to restore honor and dignity to the White House while Clinton expresses goodwill and a possible honeymoon period for Bush's administration.
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