Cocaine Use Rising in Aiken County Shocked by New Trends
Aiken County officials report rising cocaine use tied to lower prices and wider supply. Local executives cite increased demand, a slicker trafficking network, and higher accessibility fueling more break-ins and DUI cases linked to drugs. Officials warn of a growing dependency problem and expanding use beyond metropolitan areas.
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Debate on council procedures and rural court access
Councilwoman Marilyn Smith said residents fear private discussions on a measure. Councilman Medwill Hill argued a central court would not cut costs for rural citizens traveling to Aiken. A public hearing considered an unsafe buildings ordinance with a 300 foot protection rule. Aiken Cablevision's Robert Avery reported delays due to system rebuilds and six month schedule delays.
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Aiken Cablevision Ltd
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Teen Violence Alarms Charleston Leaders Meeting Called
In Charleston a month of youth violence has left three teens dead and fourteen charged. City officials including Councilman Robert Ford call a Friday meeting at City Hall with ministers businessmen principals and police to discuss solutions after 17 year old Rosalee Melvin was killed and four others wounded in a drive by shooting.
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Charleston City Hall
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