South Carolina tightens domestic violence penalties
Gov Mark Sanford signed a tougher domestic violence law raising first offense fines from 500 to 1000 dollars and jail to 30 days, while second offenses face up to one year and fines to 5000 dollars. Lawmakers pledged swift action as supporters pushed for stronger protections amid broader awareness and outreach efforts led by groups like the Cumbee Center in Aiken County.
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South Carolina Legislative Session Shines in year of Progress
The South Carolina Legislature had a spectacular year with bills aimed at boosting competitiveness and living standards. Business groups deserve credit for advancing the agenda while lawmakers funded schools, granted pay raises, and added law enforcement officers amid healthy revenue growth. Governor Sanford faced stagnation on school choice and state government restructuring, leaving future work for next year.
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Systems Manager J David Boyd at Aiken Standard
Letitia Jefferson named customer service manager at Aiken Standard. Boyd remains Systems Manager overseeing operations and staff transitions. The pair leads newsroom support in daily production and customer interactions during ongoing staff realignment.
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County Council rescinds aid to Gwen Chavous after legal clash
The council reversed a $1,000 relief proposal for Gwen Chavous after finding it violated Title 10 Section 13. Members voted unanimously to rescind, and one member plans to personally donate their share to Ms. Chavous.
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Thank you to Dan Pippen and booster kudos
Outgoing South Aiken Booster Club president Richard Hazen praises athletic director Dan Pippen for transforming the program and securing top coaches. He invites supporters to a June 14 meeting to plan continued community backing and student success through sports.
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Being True to Self Reveals Hypocrisy and Integrity
The column explores the harm of calling others hypocrites and the tension between public facade and inner truth. It cites Jesus and the Prodigal Son parable, noting hypocrisy as wanting social acceptance and urging living by inner conviction, not others' opinions.
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