Weather and agriculture programs cut in NOAA proposal
A House committee voted to end 21 NOAA programs serving South Carolina including the Southeast Storm Research Program, the Southeastern Regional Climate Center, the South Carolina Cooperative Geodetic Survey and the Charleston Special Management Plan. State climatologist David J. Smith warned cuts will raise costs for consumers to access information while Rep. Lindsey Graham argued savings will be achieved through replacement by cheaper technology.
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Graham
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Southeast Storm Research Program
Southeastern Regional Climate Center
South Carolina Cooperative Geodetic Survey
Charleston Special Management Plan
Former ATF Chief Says Agency Had No Choice
Former ATF chief Steve Higgins argues the bureau had to pursue reports of a deadly arsenal at David Koresh's Branch Davidians near Waco Texas in 1998 and warns critics ignore the threat from religious zealots and other extremists. He compares Koresh to Charles Manson and notes the Waco tragedy fed Oklahoma City bombing criticisms and anti government anger. Higgins questions new hearings as calls rise despite allegations the ATF actions helped spur extremism.
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Koresh
Charles Manson
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Understanding Property Tax Reassessment and Appeals
A guide explains reassessment notices listing acreage, land value, building value, total assessed value, and assessed land and buildings. It details tax rates 4 percent for owner occupied and agricultural land, 6 percent for other properties, and how combined millages set the final bill. It also covers exemptions, timing, and appeal steps to challenge values.
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Department of Revenue
Many Teachers Favor Federal Role in Schools
At the NEA convention in Long Beach, Janet Hawk of Naples Elementary says uneven grant access from private sources shows a need for federal involvement. Delegates debate Congress proposals to abolish the federal Education Agency, with some backing and others calling it a waste of money.
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Janet Hawk
Naples
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Andrew Balash
Geneva
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