Talkback Call for tree cuts and community action
Readers call for proactive storm response urging law requiring trees to be trimmed 35 yards from powerlines and for homeowners to bear repair costs. Voices criticize power outages, argue for churches to aid neighbors, and urge responsible voting rights and utility fixes.
Public meeting on Belvedere Clearwater Road expansion plans
Residents and business owners attended a South Carolina Department of Transportation information session about widening 1.87 miles from Old Ludlow Lake Road to Jefferson Davis Highway. The project adds lanes four to five, a paved median, bike lanes and sidewalks, with four alternatives shown as 2008 traffic was 9,900 daily and projected to 20,920 by 2030. comments accepted until March 12 and may affect nearby driveway access for William's Automotive.
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Board OKs plan for new middle school in Graniteville
Aiken County Board of Education approves a five year facilities plan update highlighting the Leavelle McCampbell Middle School project in Graniteville with an estimated 26 million dollar cost on about 31 acres near Byrd Elementary. Critics warn of overspending and maintenance funding tradeoffs.
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Williston Rescue to Cease Services
Williston Rescue Squad will stop emergency medical services to Barnwell County on March 31 with Southern Palmetto Hospital taking over. The agency cites long running challenges and noncompliance with a county franchise as reasons, noting past Aiken County issues and a False Claims Act settlement. Phillip Clarke leads the transition planning and thanks staff and residents for 40 years of service.
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