Nuclear Power Carolina Cities Lose Bet
The Charlotte Observer reports that 10 South Carolina and 9 North Carolina towns who joined Duke Power Co. to finance the Catawba Nuclear Station have seen electricity rates rise about 20 percent since 1986. Rock Hill leads in charges as towns raise rates and taxes to cover costs, losing business to lower‑rate rivals. Dee Freeman, former Maiden town manager, recalls the 1970s decision as logical at the time.
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Charleston mural dispute over historic district image ruling
U S District Judge Cameron Currie ruled Charleston officials may order artist Robert Burke to cover a mural in the Old and Historic District to protect architectural integrity. The decision says unregulated nontraditional images could harm history, economy and tourism. Burke painted impish creatures outside the Tree House Grill in 1999 and covered the work with plywood after city regulations.
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Folly Beach Councilman Arrested for Growing Marijuana
Folly Beach councilman Allen Jack Boyd, 35, was charged with manufacturing marijuana for personal use after deputies found a plant in his yard and three drying plants inside his home. A 21.5 gram package of dried leaves was recovered under his bed. bond set at 5376 dollars. Boyd, re-elected to a second term, declined comment. attorney says no prior record.
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