Hodges intensifies ads against Sanford in SC race
Gov. Hodges plans four new attack ads to run with one already on air while opponent Mark Sanford days off with his family. Hodges’ team cites Sanford votes against bulletproof vests and other positions, as Democrats lean into a rapid rollout amid a heated campaign. Sanford’s aides note his district relies on major law enforcement in Charleston and the sheriff’s office.
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Charleston County
Adoptees Flee Fire Here After Loss at Maple Street
Landry, an electrical and instrument mechanic at the Savannah River Site, describes a fire that gutted the upstairs of a Maple Street home. The family, including two young children, lost most possessions and now seeks furnished housing and necessities as neighbors and coworkers rally to help. Aiken residents contact 708 Maple Street for support.
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Maple Street
Andry
Allen
Emily
Syktyvkar
Moscow
Arctic Circle
Court fee hikes impact family civil filings and child support
Godard announced increases in court charges across family and civil courts from 70 to 100 dollars for filings, 25 dollars for motions, and doubling many five dollar filing fees to ten. Processing charges rise from 3 to 5 percent of each payment, with revenue split between state and county varying by case. The changes affect all existing and new orders from July 1, with notices to employers and payers soon issued.
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Godard
Fireworks Safety Urged as South Carolina Faces Drought
Officials warn fireworks and cooking fires threaten amid South Carolina drought. The Forestry Commission urges careful use of fires and fireworks to prevent blazes. Local fire department notes afternoon storms in past Fourth of July reduced injuries.
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Columbia
Robert Amick
July 4 meaning deepened by 9 11 reflections
Aiken visitors and locals share personal thoughts on Independence Day amid the lingering impact of 9 11. Respondents from Long Island reflect on loss, freedom, vigilance, and gratitude as they celebrate with family and national pride.
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Starrie Green
Long Island
N.Y
New York
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