SC poll favors convention to push Article V amendments
South Carolina voters show 75 percent dissatisfaction with the federal government and 71 percent in favor of an Article V Convention of States per True South Communications poll of 1,264 across counties. A majority supported convention after explanations about term limits and a balanced budget amendment, with two state lawmakers noting Virginia and South Carolina have called for a convention and work ongoing in Washington.
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Bill Taylor
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True South Communications
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Congress
Virginia
Washington, D.C
Public Safety turnover tied to low salaries
A city board faces rising turnover in the Public Safety department as officials cite low pay as a key driver. The discussion frames staff shortages and proposed wage adjustments as part of a broader recruitment and retention effort.
Five Day Forecast Snapshot with Sunny Outlook
The forecast calls for mostly sunny conditions with a high near 61 and a low around 38. A complete five day outlook accompanies the brief weather note.
Haley proposes 177 million dollar boost for public schools
Gov. Haley unveils a 6.6 billion dollar budget for 2014 15 stressing education with a 177 million increase for public schools. The plan adds money for poverty programs reading coaches and technology while raising base student cost and funding charter schools.
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Haley
Columbia
South Carolina
Vincent She
Hospitals restrict visits during flu outbreak in Georgia and South Carolina
Aiken Regional and Georgia Regents Medical Center restrict visitors under 12 to curb flu spread. Hospital officials urge hand washing and caution for anyone with fever or respiratory symptoms, with additional limits in ICU and Children’s Hospital of Georgia.
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Georgia Regents Medical Center
Children’s Hospital of Georgia
Kevin C Dellsperger
Georgia Regents
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