Aiken County Budgets Sent, Hearing Date Set Notice
Aiken County Finance Department mailed over two dozen Fiscal 2002 budget packages to department heads with a March 14 return deadline. State revenue shortfalls threaten county funds, with potential losses up to $1 million from income, sales and other taxes. Reassessment notices were mailed. property taxes reflect a 63.5 mill county levy plus 190 mills for schools, totaling $65.5 mills in the bill amid a $32 million general fund and $33 million related funds.
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Graham enters race to succeed Thurmond in South Carolina
US Representative Lindsey Graham launched his Senate bid to carry on Strom Thurmonds legacy. He vows strong defense Social Security and education while seeking the Republican nomination as Thurmond plans to retire in 2002. Graham aims to raise about 5 million dollars as Democratic critics argue he is Washington tied and inexperienced.
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Graham's Senate bid and 1994 House path outlined
The profile notes Graham born in Seneca 45 with two degrees from the University of South Carolina. He was an Air Force judge advocate 1982 to 1988, a South Carolina state representative in 1992, and elected to the US House in 1994 during a Republican wave. He faces no declared Democratic opponents. potential challengers include Phil Lader and Carla Moore. Graham cites not replacing Thurmond and holds broad GOP support.
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AHS team regains perch in local academic competitions
Aiken High School regains its traditional top spot in local academic team rankings after finishing the season with a final win margin of 145 to 140 against South Aiken High. Underclassmen led the Hornets with key contributions from Brandon Kearse and Natasha Hoover, while coach Mac Hanna praised the squad’s depth and lack of seniors.
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Northside to welcome new Burger King in Aiken
Aiken's northside will soon host a new Burger King on Fork Street near Rutland Drive. Franchisee Lynn Zody says the restaurant, opening by end of March, will employ about 40 staff and be the third BK in Aiken with plans to replace the Richland Avenue site later.
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Free tax service offered by AARP for seniors in Aiken County
AARP free tax preparation helps low and moderate income elderly in Aiken County through April 15 at the Aiken Public Library with Tuesday noon to 4 pm Wednesday 10 am to 2 pm and Thursday noon to 4 pm appointments by calling 642-2023. Additional sites are Clearwater First Baptist Church Tuesdays 9 am to 1 pm during February and North Augusta Nancy Carson Library Mondays 10 am to 2 pm with appointments at 279-5767.
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