Citizens push for U S 278 safety measures gains momentum
Citizens led by Scott Weymouth press to calm U S 278 dangers with lower speed limits to 45 mph between Green Pond Road and Kellys Service Station and new signs and barriers. The initiative cites 194 accidents in 12.2 miles over 52 months and six fatalities.
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Aiken County
Sue ‘Townsend
Pine Log Road
Green Pond Road
Silver Bluff High School
DOT
Weymouth
Beech Island Fire Department
Julianne Hagan
Lower Savannah
U.S. 278
Microsoft antitrust case framed as virtual food fight
The federal government and 20 state AGs seek to require Netscape’s browser in Windows arguing it limits consumer choice. Microsoft counters that forcing inclusion resembles dictating what goes inside a refrigerator. They assert consumers can choose other browsers and programs and that Microsoft should innovate freely. South County Journal.
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Microsoft
Feds
Netscape
South County Journal
Kent, Wash
Aftermath of California bilingual vote shapes national plan
The California referendum's 61 percent rejection of bilingual education triggers a debate on how non English speaking children nationwide should learn English. Advocates push for a funded, language adapted program with small classes, native language support, after school and community involvement, and trained teachers to reach about 3 million students still learning English.
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California
Millon
Altoether
U.S. Supreme Court
Aiken Technical College Career Services boosts job readiness
The Career Services Office at Aiken Technical College helps students and community members craft concise resumes and practice interview skills. Staff coordinate workshops, arrange on and off campus interviews, and host College Day and Career Day to connect graduates with local employers, fostering strong entry into careers.
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Aiken Technical College
Career Services
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Aiken Technical College Career Services
Margaret Topp
Crying time again letter blasts county budget choices
John Adams of Graniteville criticizes Aiken County leaders for past raises and current budget woes. He urges tax hikes or fee increases and accuses officials of greed, demanding better budget balance without surplus funds.
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Aiken County
John Adams
Graniteville
Aiken letters critique motel charges and city traffic
A reader notes a Best Western Executive Inn in Aiken charged a $674.95 cancellation fee after a March 11 heart attack forced cancelation of five nights planned for the 1998 Masters. The letter also laments local traffic, street conditions, and praises Harold W. Tuttle Jr. for guiding Hidden Haven annexation to Aiken.
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Aiken
Hidden Haven
Tuttle
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Ronny B. Bolton
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