Aiken County and City Officials Weigh Debris Costs and Reimbursement
County officials report paying just over six million dollars of storm debris costs, with an 82 percent reimbursement level, praised as a good result by Killian. The City spent about two million and has received roughly 1.8 million. Debris cleanup timing affected municipal reimbursements, and a future approach would engage FEMA earlier to speed reimbursements.
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Ice storm tax relief guidance offered for affected residents
Aiken County residents may qualify for casualty loss deductions after the 2014 February ice storm. WealthCare Financial Planners adviser William J. Coscioni outlines deductible cleanup and repair costs, limits, and preservation rules, urging homeowners to bring supporting figures to a tax professional.
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Civil War Reenactors Draw Crowd at Gaston Livery Stable
On Richland Avenue grounds volunteers staged Civil War camps with Confederate and Union reenactors. Marti Perrin, dressed as Julia Grant, explained period fashion while visitors, including students, asked about dress fabrics parasols and etiquette. Levy recalled wartime scarcity affecting plowing schooling and clothing as his father served years.
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Battle of Aiken event draws visitors to historic tents
Sherry Shirah visited with fiancé James Holdren and son P J Shirah at the Battle of Aiken event. Attendees toured antique weapons displays, tents with blankets on the floor, and a crowd including Ai ken High School student PJ Shirah who spoke about enjoying history and exploring gun costs. Dede Biles reports for the Aiken Standard.
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Aiken Deal Talks Center on URS Lease and Theater Building
URS Wood said comments are premature as discussions continue with the Center and Aiken Corp about URS possibly leaving. AECOM plans to honor its lease at $30,000 monthly for 20 more months while Aiken Corp proceeds with downtown development, housing density, and building upkeep. Wade Brodie notes no final decision and calls for monitoring future leases while a committee assesses building value and leases. Maayan Schechter, Aiken Standard.
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State College Debate Frames Future of S.C. State
Taylor says the initiative could bring significant positive change if S.C. State remains open, while critics warn closure would cost years and money. Aiken professionals connected to the school express concern as House Ways and Means debates funding, faculty terminations, and student transfers amid corruption scandals. The university seeks to restore self sufficiency under a new president.
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Post and Courier
SCSU State College Crises Stir Lawmaker Debate
Senator Shane Massey accuses Thomas Elzey of failing to propose realistic solutions as S C State faces deep problems including abysmal graduation rates. Clyburn warns shutdown would hinder revival while concerns mount about state resources and student impact amid new leadership and trustee board.
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