Aiken County approves three amendments on pay raises for staff
The council approved three amendments totaling about 1.5 million dollars. The measures raise minimums for many employees, reclassify sheriff office and EMS positions, and grant a 3 percent increase with a $1,000 floor. Opposed by Scott Singer, supporters cited recruitment and retention needs. Sheriff Michael Hunt acknowledged it as a first step and said documents will be reviewed next year.
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Afghan runoff votes mired in fraud claims and protests
Afghan voters filed over 2,500 complaints of ballot box stuffing and irregularities as the presidential runoff narrows to Abdul lah Abdullah and Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai. Both candidates pledge to sign a security pact with the United States, while U.S. officials warn against destabilizing delays.
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Tear gas clashes spark anger over France train strike
Paris reports tear gas used on protesters amid a week of nationwide rail strikes disrupting traffic and stranding tourists. Polls show little sympathy for workers while government critics urge restraint as reform bills reach the lower house.
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Brooks case seeks dismissal and refiling in proper forum
The court indicates the case should be dismissed with leave for plaintiffs to refile in the proper venue. Plaintiffs allege fraud aided by Equity Trust and seek damages as High Street Securities and Sterling Trust allegedly misused IRA assets in a Brooks Real Estate scheme. Brooks was arrested in 2013 on securities fraud charges and remains jailed in Aiken County.
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