Flag location dispute as NAACP plans July march in South Carolina
NAACP leaders condemn moving the flag from the Capitol dome to a pole behind a Confederate memorial. A July 1 march from Memorial Park to the State House will feature white attire to emphasize the somber occasion, with a rally on the State House south steps protesting the new placement.
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General Assembly
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State Chamber of Commerce
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Tuition Hikes Announced Across University Campuses
Palms cited financial challenges from state appropriation levels as driving tuition increases. Residents face a 5 percent rise, nonresidents 6.5 percent. The School of Medicine and the School of Law also raise tuition by 5 percent and 5.8 percent respectively. Two-year campuses in Beaufort, Lancaster, Salkehatchee, Sumter and Union will also see a 5 percent increase.
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Beaufort
Lancaster
Salkehatchie
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Aiken track owners push zoning change over manufactured home
City officials discuss a possible Zoning Ordinance change to allow the McGhees to keep their manufactured home on the Horse District tract near the Aiken Mile Track. If tabled, the couple could appeal to the Court of Common Pleas. any ordinance would need Planning Commission input. McGhee, an Army veteran, cites long hours and track improvements as reasons to stay.
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Aiken
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Maine
Williston Man William Randall Dies of Heart Attack
Aiken County Coroner Sue Townsend announced that 75 year old William Randall died of a heart attack Wednesday afternoon. He was at Edisto River near a goat ramp in Aiken State Park when swept away by the current, and his autopsy was completed Thursday.
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West Main Street
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Storm safety tips warn of lightning and home fires
Local safety expert Frommer advises avoiding phones and baths during storms and stresses quick shelter and early action for fires. He notes lightning can cause major damage, urges working smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, renter's insurance, and checks with ADPS Inspector Turno on detector testing.
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