Beijing lands 2008 Olympics bid after IOC vote
The IOC awarded Beijing the 2008 Games on the second round with 56 votes, Toronto 22 and Paris 18. Celebration erupted in Millennium Square as Beijing officials praised the decision and international reactions varied including calls for a Tibet boycott and warnings on human rights.
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Tax Agency Plans Field Office Cuts Across Counties
An agency spokesman outlines staff layoffs including about 35 temporary workers and 120 unfilled positions. Field offices will close or move to online or phone service, with some employees working from home or commuting to Columbia. The cuts aim to maintain retention-based reductions without last-hired-first-fired rules.
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Church Runs Weekend Charity Support for Players
Jam describes a church commitment to meet players needs including physical emotional and spiritual support. This year a 15000 budget funds food hospitality and events with free meals. Volunteers coordinate lounge lunches golf fundraiser benefits MCG Children’s Hospital and guest speaker Clark Bynum of Clemson.
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Local Voices Split Over Olympics in China
Residents express mixed views on China hosting the 2008 Olympics. Some see it as a catalyst for change toward democracy and improved rights, while others argue it rewards an oppressive regime. Several local business owners and residents weigh potential economic and social impacts.
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James Cooper
Amy Shumpert
Paul Hunt
Alexis Caraballo
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Augusta hotel project faces opposition in county planning meeting
Residents of Hunter's Glen and nearby areas challenged Bansi Patel's hotel and conference center proposal citing traffic, water supply strain, and environmental concerns. The Augusta developer sought a variance, but the Aiken County Planning Commission tabled the issue pending a traffic impact study. Commission chair Fred Christensen urged residents to obtain legal representation.
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Bansi Patel
Hunter’s Glen
Chukker Creek Road
Aiken County Planning Commission
Fred Christensen
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