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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1999
Page
5
North Augusta faces a statewide video poker issue as businessman Martin defends the industry. He notes only one liquor license, cites a $150 million annual industry impact, and argues surveys show no crime rise while praising cleanup and local education potential. He predicts broad statewide support if a new vote occurs.
The annual Confederate victory reenactment at Woodward Farm near Aiken attracts 10 000 to 15 000 spectators from across the country. The two day program includes camp tours, presentations, crafts, an Old South barbecue, a 2 pm battle, a field hospital demonstration, a Sunday service, and a 3 pm grand review. Co hosted with the Barnard E Bee Camp of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. Advance tickets available via the Aiken Chamber of Commerce.
Spartanburg District 6 Superintendent David L Eubanks argues for state funds to buy mobile units and renovate four to five schools. He cites a $90 million need over a decade and current $800 000 annual state allotment, urging no bond or referendum. House Republicans seek alternative funding with tax shifts and revenue use.
SCANA agreed to acquire Gastonia based PSNC Energy in a merger that would boost customers to 517000 electric and 750000 natural gas across the Carolinas and Georgia. Regulators and shareholders must approve. completion expected year end.
Miss Lively remains in the state hospital on an involuntary commitment ordered by the Aiken County Detention Center after a wrong way interstate crash that left her with a broken leg and minor injuries. Solicitor Barbara Morgan said she will undergo a competency evaluation to determine if she can stand trial.
Image Data LLC of Nashua received about 1.46 million in the 1998 budget for a pilot program to create a national driver license photo database. The project, supported by eight Congress members, aims to curb identity crimes though the company faces a South Carolina lawsuit over driver’s license photo purchases.
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