Aiken City Council OKs Vehicle Maintenance Fee
The council approved a $20 annual fee on 23,948 city titled vehicles in a 6-1 vote to fund road repairs and maintenance. City Manager John Klimm said the levy supplements a county tax already in place since 1992, with the plan to start in January 2017 and coordinate collection with the county. Council member Philip Merry opposed the funding source but supported addressing road responsibilities.
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Senate rejects sun curbs on guns in divided vote
In a largely party line set of votes the Senate blocked rival plans to curb gun access for extremists and to strengthen background checks eight days after the Orlando mass shooting. Supporters argued the proposals were too weak while opponents called them too strict, deepening Senate gridlock ahead of elections. The NRA urged members to oppose the Democratic bills as Democrats urged action amid emotional public pressure.
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Area Deaths Harrington Campbell Pass Away
Obituary notes area residents Judson Clark Harrington MD of Aiken and Frances Joy Campbell of North Augusta. Memorial details pending.
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Water park project awaits DHEC and planning approval
Seattle's Island water park in North Augusta releases renderings and ride components as last details on slides, a 2000 foot lazy river, and a wave pool emerge. The project must pass a two step review by the North Augusta Planning Commission and staff, with final approval possibly in one to six months.
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