McMaster urges vaccination as states end mask rules
McMaster urged vaccination during a news conference, saying those on the fence should get the shot. Sitmer stressed its importance as the state moves forward. The public can learn about vaccines at scdhec gavicovid or call the DHEC Vaccination Line at 1 865 365 8110. The state will keep federal emergency dollars after ending the state of emergency per Kim Stevenson, S C Emergency Management Division director.
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South Carolina court weighs pausing new death penalty law
The South Carolina Supreme Court weighs halting executions of Brad Sigman and Freddie Owens to allow review of a new law forcing condemned inmates to choose between electrocution or firing squad. Attorneys argue the statute is unconstitutional for offenders sentenced under an older method. Each man faces imminent execution, with the electric chair prepared in Sigman’s case and Owens scheduled a week later.
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Hit-and-run victim ID’d in Aiken on York Street
The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office identified Dona Paige 88 as the woman struck and killed while walking on York Street near Bacmwell Avenue. Ables reported the incident and Paige died at the hospital.
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Public Power Hour set for July 39 at 5pm
Cheureux and Williams addressed council as residents voiced input on power issues. The Public Power Hour will meet before the first city council meeting each month to improve listening and communication, with the next session scheduled for July 39 at 5pm.
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North Augusta Looks to Update Noise Ordinance and Growth Plans
The city schedules a second reading of the amended noise ordinance for June 21 at the North Augusta Municipal Building as part of a broader update to a 1956 rule. Mayor Britton Williams outlines goals to complete Riverside Village and support business success while council expands the Highland Springs school site with 51.2 acres near Old Ludlow Lake Road and Belvedere Clearwater Road. Paradise named interim planning and development director, replacing Libby Fdges who helped overhaul the development code. Bob Bigger named to complete his term through January 2023 on the Worth Augusta Planning Garamission.
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Aiken County Debates CRT Curriculum Overreach in May Meeting
South Carolina officials deny adopting CRT standards while Aiken County weighs elective courses tied to CRT. Board chair Bradley explains curriculum changes follow state standards and a formal study process with public input. Critics urge caution citing concerns about race theory and documents such as the 1619 Project.
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