Ban Sparks Debate Over Alcohol Content in South Carolina
Missie Boisvert voiced opposition to a bill, warning it could lead to broader bans and a dry state. She noted Wide-awake alcohol at about 60 proof and argued adults should decide purchases without hurting local business and state revenue. The Associated Press contributed to this AP report.
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Missie Boisvert
South Carolina
Associated Press
Robbery by intimidation charged in Richmond County bank case
Porterfield and Gibson returned to Richmond County face robbery by intimidation charges. Augusta outlets report Porterfield entered the bank armed but did not display the weapon and asked a teller to open an account using his ID during the holdup.
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Porterfield
Gibson
Richmond County
Augusta
SLED reduces stored evidence amid budget cuts
Storage of evidence by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division has declined due to state budget cuts. About 40 items were released to their original agencies as the committee weighs space needs. Plans consider using the old Coca Cola plant for emergency medical services storage.
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Carolina Law Enforcement Division
SLED
Carlton
LaWana McKenzie
Todd Glover
Coca-Cola
Carlton cites need for secure custody of evidence
Tim Carlton says sharing space raises concern about who handles evidence and the risk of jail under the act. He emphasizes he wants sole access to the key and a guaranteed chain of custody.
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Carlton
Drug bust in Wagener targets alleged activity
Wagener police notified by a sheriff's office spokesman about suspected drug activity. Deputies aided in searches at several residences where investigators found marijuana, methamphetamines, and prescription drugs. Seized substances led to charges against the suspects.
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Elwell
Sheriff's Office
Wagener
Mountain Service Youth Lead Aiken Unitarian Universalist Service
Aiken Unitarian Universalist Church at 115 Gregg Ave hosts a Sunday service presented by the church youth group with songs and stories from The Mountain Service. Middle and high school travelers share experiences and meet other UU Youth as Way Cool Sunday School runs at 10:30 a.m. Child care is provided.
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Aiken Unitarian Universalist Church
Gregg Ave
UUC
Aikenuuchurch.org
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