Republicans Push Contract With America Aims at House Rules
The GOP led by Newt Gingrich outlines early actions for a conservative House including eight procedural changes such as cutting committee staffs by a third and requiring three fifths votes to raise taxes. Democrats brace for a tough transition and plan to respond while anticipating some bipartisan support.
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David Bonier
Michigan
Gingrich
America
Four States Study Emerging Infections Programs
Four states Oregon California Connecticut and Minnesota run Emerging Infections Programs to tackle underfunded health threats. Oregon fights new B meningitis ETS and food tainted E coli. California pursues Valley Fever and antibiotic resistance. Connecticut analyzes Ehrlichia and cryptosporidium prevention. Minnesota studies food borne illnesses.
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Spain
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Brazil
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Milwaukee
South Carolina Surges Past Mountaineers in Narrow Win
Elaine Morrison of Columbia cheered South Carolina as they withstood a late fumble to beat West Virginia. The Sumter native noted the long wait for victory and praised the team for holding on despite nerves and a tense finish.
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Garrett’s Grille & Grog
Columbia
Elaine Morrison
South Carolina
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Sumter
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Mountaineers
Holidays Bring Quiet Cloud Over Town Careers
Detective Tom Galardi of the Aiken Department of Public Safety laments the holiday end and the long winter ahead. Della Oliver, manager at the Dog Palace, recalls hosting 150 dogs and cats over ten days, describing round the clock care and a sudden return to normal.
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Tom Galardi
The
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Della Oliver
Ms. Oliver
Dog Palace
Weather shifts bring cold snaps and chilly winds
The forecast shows Wednesday partly cloudy with northwest winds 10 to 20 mph. Lows in the 30s and highs in the 40s. Thursday and Friday set to dip to the low 20s and climb to the upper 40s. Saturday expected about 10 degrees warmer due to partly sunny skies.
Homeowner Advice on Remodeling Completion Certificates
After remodeling work ends the contractor may request a completion certificate. If the work fails to meet the written agreement do not sign it. Notify the contractor by certified mail and consider hiring an attorney if needed. Call the office at 648 7828 for an appointment. hours 9 to 5, Monday through Friday.
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Carte Blanche
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