Aiken County Debates Body Camera Funding For 2016-17 Budget
Aiken County Council weighs keeping about 180000 for body camera gear for every on duty deputy. Sheriff Hunt notes mixed use and grant chances while councilors push for state funding first. Budget vote set for June 21 amid 159 million overall and 61 million general fund.
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Augusta Pride Events Plan Amid Orlando Shooting
Augusta Pride organizers vow to proceed with Beats on Broad on June 24 and Pride Festival and Parade on June 25 despite the Orlando nightclub massacre. Lonzo Smith cites unity and support while coordinating security with mayoral, sheriff, and law enforcement, noting a history of safety with Richmond County Sheriff's Office. Lt. Allan Rollins confirms heightened inquiries and stresses public reassurance and continued turnout.
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Local LGBT Safety Emphasis Ahead of Augusta Pride Festivals
Aiken SC Equality official and sheriff officials stress community safety and heightened vigilance for the Augusta Pride events following the Orlando tragedy. Attendance may rise as protesters are ignored to avoid giving them a platform. Dede Biles reports for the Aiken Standard.
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Tight finish in District 2 race
Arik Bjorn edges Phil Black by 49 votes in the District 2 Democratic primary with 50.13 percent to 49.87 percent. A recount is likely. Bjorn, a Columbia librarian, faces U S Rep Joe Wilson and Eddie McCain in November. Black is a Lexington hardware store owner and former Republican.
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Massey wins race for Senate District 25
Incumbent Shane Massey defeats challenger John Pettigrew in the South Carolina Senate District 25 Republican primary. Massey captured 58.85 percent with five counties reporting. Pettigrew earned 41.15 percent and praised Massey while noting low turnout. Massey, Edgefield attorney, earlier became Senate Majority Leader in April after Harvey Peeler's resignation. Pettigrew is a small businessman and Pettigrew Properties owner.
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Vigil for Peace Planned by Aiken Women in Black
The Aiken Women in Black host a nonpartisan Vigil for Peace from 4 to 5 30 p m Monday on Whiskey Road opposite The Fresh Market. Signs provided, participants may bring their own. For details contact Lynn at 8032265546 or David at 8032153263.
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