Candor chairman praised for steady financial recovery and tenure
The county chairman, who won re-election in April, led a crisis response that squeezed costs, froze hiring, and denied raises. He oversaw a leadership change when the administrator was replaced by William Shepherd, and touted progress toward a $5 million reserve fund. He warned of broader industrial diversification ahead.
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Warner
Standard and Poor’s
Warner remembered as devoted county servant in Aiken
Aiken County officials and residents mourn the passing of Warner a longtime county administrator and community servant. County Administrator William Shepherd praised his public service noting he listened to every citizen and allowed open discussion at meetings. Warner a Clemson alumnus and Korean War veteran left behind Judith and four children with memorials requested to Helping Hands of Aiken Clemson AV Club or a charity of choice.
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Bryan
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Scheduling notes cloud state primaries and special election
The 18th week after the vacancy points to a May primary and June special election. Johnson says the special cannot conflict with primaries and some date shifts are possible. There is speculation primaries may move to August due to reapportionment.
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Johnson
Lawmakers weigh replacement funds for school tax relief plan
Legislators back the Boan proposal in principle but demand a reliable yearly revenue stream to replace property tax funding. They cite $180 million in first-year needs and about $220 million to cover local school board shortfalls, noting growth, not new taxes, must fund the plan.
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Musical Comedy About Opera Star Draws Laughs in Cleveland
Audience fills Aiken Community Playhouse for Lend Me a Tenor set in 1934 Cleveland. Drew Davis as Tito and Angie Fitzgerald as Maria star in Ken Ludwi's spoof directed by David Howard. matinee today at 2 with final weekend Feb 11 12 at 8. Tickets $7 at door.
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Cleveland
Aiken Community Playhouse
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Maria
Angie Fitzgerald
Maggie
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