Tourism leaders warn roads threaten S.C. industry
Coastal chambers urge General Assembly and Gov Haley to fund and plan road fixes as deteriorating highways hurt South Carolina tourism. Officials say 18 billion industry supports about 115000 jobs and 1.6 billion in tax revenue, with coastal visitors driving growth and economic impact.
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South Carolina pays over 5 million in road damage claims
South Carolina paid more than 5 million dollars in the past year for road related damages and injuries, with 2 million in legal costs. The payments ranged from hundreds to hundreds of thousands, covering pothole damage to fatal wrecks as motorists face higher maintenance and accident costs.
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Readers invited to share thoughts on South Carolina roads
The Aiken Standard requests reader input on state road conditions and infrastructure. Comments may be submitted online at the paper’s site or mailed to its editorial office in Aiken, South Carolina.
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