Battle reenactment at Aiken draws regional enthusiasts
Reenactor Ernie Parnell guides visitors through medical lessons from Civil War era field care at the Battle of Aiken site near Coleman Bridge Road. Donnie Christopoulo notes camp fill and expanding spectator lines as actors from several states prepare for Saturday and Sunday events. Admission is free with battles starting 2 pm Sunday and a 3 pm grand finale review.
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Pressure tactics surface in abortion referendum debate
McConnell and Beasley aides faced pressure over a state abortion ban referendum. Beasley allies described targeted outreach to undecided reps and churches to influence votes while others said the drive aimed to keep legislators aligned with the governor. Some lawmakers admitted intimidation and voting changes amid a stalled Senate timeline.
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City Officials Debate School Safety Officers Cost
City council members discuss the school safety program funding with Officer presence in schools. Critics urge a separate line item to show parents the costs and benefits, while supporters defend the program and accountability to citizens.
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Karen Papouchado
U N inspectors tour eight Saddam palaces amid regional tension
United Nations weapons inspectors visited eight Saddam Hussein palaces as Washington warned of possible force if diplomacy fails to compel access. The U.S. has 25 000 troops in the region with 3 000 more to Kuwait, triggering protests across the Arab world. Annan met Iraqi officials in Baghdad amid a warm welcome and planned further talks including a likely meeting with Saddam.
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Strategy contrasts Gulf War scale with new possible invasion
Gen John Sheehan, retired four star Marine, predicts a very different war to curb Saddam Hussein. He says initial hours will be violent and up to 10 000 ground troops could be deployed, but action depends on threats to Kuwait. He notes lessons from Desert Storm and the enhanced planning from years of monitoring Saddam’s forces.
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