Peach Crops Losing Hold On The Ridge
Dozens of peach growers along U S 25 in Edgefield County shelved stands and uprooted trees mark a fading peach belt once dominated by Holmes family. Lewis Holmes III, last of the Mohicans, cites bad weather, low prices, and tighter regulations as factors. Mid-season Red Haven Harvest and Carey Mac varieties are being picked at Lewis Holmes Farm as he pursues to maintain family business and name despite losses.
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Powell peaches offer variety through summer sales
The Powell family sells freestones and peach varieties including Lorings and June Princes this week, with Lorings ready by July 4 and Elbertas Red Globes and others coming mid-July. Prices run from $1 to $5, stand hours 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sundays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., call 275-1983 for details. Pam and Barbara Cook run Cooks on the highway offering Sunlands Coronets and Red Havens this week.
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Pilot Dies In Cheraw Crash Of Experimental Craft
Investigators were summoned to Cheraw to determine why a small experimental aircraft crashed near the Chesterfield County airport. Wade McDuffy, 61, was killed when he piloted the craft Wednesday. NTSB and FAA teams were to begin probing the incident today.
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State job report notes gains offset factory losses
County continued analysis shows large rises in service and trade jobs offsetting a significant decline in manufacturing. The Palmetto State's unemployment rate is healthier than the national 5.7 percent. Employment Security Commission reports the state added 8,000 jobs in May.
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Energy firm to invest 6 million in on-site laundry at SRS site
Dangerfield praised by Bob Newburn as Interstate Nuclear Service plans a 6 million capital investment at the site creating 60 to 70 jobs and boosting SRS mission diversification The rotary club meeting at Houndslake with Harriett Skinner as president is noted as local civic activity
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