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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 2000
Page
8
Cool moist air moves into the Colorado Rockies aiding two wildfires that scorched over 17 000 acres destroyed more than 50 homes and displaced hundreds. Fire officials say reduced wind and humidity offer relief and may curb erratic fire behavior.
The Senate approved a measure setting 0.08 percent blood alcohol content as the nationwide limit in a $54.7 billion transportation bill. Negotiations with the House aim to resolve this and other road safety and fuel efficiency provisions before final passage. President Clinton urged Congress to adopt the measure.
Public interest runs high as voters push for cheaper medicines for seniors. Lawmakers from the White House to state capitols push for action, with President Clinton urging Republicans to expand benefits. The issue resonates through voters like 72 year old Nancy Ryman of Bay City Texas.
Ali Sultan’s permit expired and his two trucks idle as a six week strike by Israeli civil servants halts entry permits at crossings into Israel. The Palestinian Authority retaliates by blocking Israeli pods, hurting economies on both sides and underscoring mutual dependence amid conflict.
Jeff Foxworthy told about 4 000 United Methodists at the North Georgia Conference annual meeting that sophisticated people have retirement pensions while rednecks have the lottery. He spoke of teen church alienation and urged seeing others as God would.
After a historic summit, South Korea suspends anti-Pyongyang broadcasts and North Korea halts anti-Seoul media. Kim Jong Il may visit, and Cabinet talks are planned in July to pursue reunions and peace steps. A filming boat returns as sides consider a $40 million War anniversary program.
In Columbia South Carolina two top Republicans decline attendance for July 1 flag lowering at the State House The move to remove the flag has stirred cross partisan tensions with Gov Hodges and Lt Gov Peeler drawing differing reactions amid business and civil rights pressure.
Charleston AP reports David Schwacke the first openly gay Republican in the South to hold office lost his re election bid in a GOP primary to Ralph Hoisington. Schwacke faces a recount as the margin was close. In Greenville AP notes Bob Jones University expands outreach via satellite network and publishing house to reach 50 states and Canada.
Gore reassures aides and labor allies as Commerce Secretary Daley takes control of campaign strategy drawn to keep momentum on the progress and prosperity tour. Labor leaders oppose Daley over NAFTA and a delayed start as debate over a China trade bill clouds unity.
Spartanburg jurors convict South Carolina State Sen. Ty Courtney of bank fraud, mail fraud and making false statements on a loan application. Prosecutors seek up to 90 years combined. sentencing likely lighter. Courtney must address family, loss of law license, and Senate seat as appeals loom.
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