Progress On Courthouse Encouraging In Aiken
A public hearing on renovation or replacement plans for the Aiken county courthouse drew citizens and bar representatives. Wells Architectural Group proposed renovating the existing building or constructing a new facility near Richland Avenue. the Taxpayers Association urged renovation on a smaller scale. The County Council must balance desires for a future ready courthouse costing four to five million with savings options. Further input is expected as decisive action is urged to move forward promptly.
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Hollings urges Barnwell plant for reprocessing
U S Senator Ernest Hollings renewed support for using the Barnwell Nuclear Fuel Plant to reprocess spent reactor fuel. He argued the facility is essential for permanent plutonium storage, and urged government involvement due to rising reprocessing costs while pressing for federal action on high level nuclear waste storage.
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U. S
Ernest F. Hollings
Barnwell
Middle East
Hollings
McEnroe Earns Wimbledon Honor Amid Mixed Mettle
Wimbledon awarded John McEnroe an honorary membership after a troubled year, noting his improved behavior and reduced fines. The piece contrasts his on court brilliance with past temper tantrums, suggesting he is maturing and could win respect if he maintains steady conduct.
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Wimbledon
John McEnroe
McEnroe
Jimmy Connors
Connors
Ashley Cooper Sees It I’m Closing the Books
A columnist discusses mounting harassment and abuse from anonymous readers who threaten or insult him. Readers comment on women in leadership, Thatcher, and wars, while others send kindly, corrective letters about respectful language and behavior.
The Slave Traders of 1982
A bold editorial condemns illegal immigration, citing a border smuggling gang moving up to 2000 aliens monthly and profiting about 24 million yearly. It argues open borders strain resources, urges harsher controls, and notes high public opposition to outsiders.
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Africa
Mexico
Letters to the Editor on pay raises and local fund raise
The Aiken County readers condemn the Governors veto of state employee pay raises while supporting budget prudence. They argue layoffs would not be needed with retirements and attrition, urging fair compensation and noting election year scrutiny of candidates. The Melissa Guess Fund donation update thanks contributors and notes the fund nears 3800 dollars at Bankers Trust New Ellenton.
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South Carolina
Samuel R. Jordan
S.C
Melissa Guess
Bankers Trust
New Ellenton
Ola Metts
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
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