Aiken's baptism of fire marks sesquicentennial event
Local history advocates Coleen Reed and Elliott Levy organize a one time observance of the Battle of Aiken on February 11 at the Gaston Livery Stable 1315 Richland Ave E, as a lead in to the 20th annual reenactments later in February. The event honors Aiken’s Civil War clash and notes the site’s relevance to soldiers who passed by.
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Haley backs gas tax rise with tax cuts plan
Gov. Nikki Haley signaled approval of a gas tax increase if the Legislature trims South Carolina income taxes and restructures the Department of Transportation. She proposed a 10 cent gas tax hike over three years in exchange for reducing the top income tax bracket from 7 to 5 percent and eliminating the DOT elected commissioners.
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Colvin signs deal with Marlins
North Augusta athlete Colvin inks professional contract with the Miami Marlins Baseball Club, marking a pivotal step in his career as he joins the organization as a first baseman.
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Area Deaths Frank Robinson Aiken
Obituary notices list Frank Robinson and Mary Faye Smith Pardue among Aiken area deaths. Includes brief funeral notices and service details. weather segment notes a partly cloudy day with a high of 61 and a low of 40 plus a five day forecast.
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AG says human trafficking in Main Street USA exists
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson told an Aiken Republican Club audience that human trafficking is not only abroad and in big cities but is widespread in daily life. He advocates a bill giving multi area cases to the state grand jury, enabling cross jurisdiction for victims like one sold near Aiken. He predicted bipartisan support and passage within a month.
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