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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1996
Page
1
U S factories saw durable goods orders surge 3.3 percent in May to a record high of 171.8 billion dollars, up from 166.3 billion in April. The gain, the largest since last August, signals renewed manufacturing strength and potential job gains.
South Carolina lawmakers return to Columbia for a brief session that may end quickly but could be extended by Gov. Beasley to push a rural economic development bill. The House and Senate planned to address budget vetoes and consider a Statehouse monument to blacks, both previously stalled by wrangling.
Death notices list Annie Brown and Cheryl Sherry Brown of Aiken North Augusta and Thelma Burns of Warrenville with brief obituary details. Page 2B includes the notices.
Fantasy Five drew 10 16 18 21 22 with a draw date on Tuesday. Alms results not fully provided.
New Ellenton Mayor Art Hanna quits amid controversy over a failed $5 million sewer bond debt to NationsBank. His last day is Sunday, citing his wife’s concerns and unresolved legal battles. Mayor pro tem Cork Berry will lead until a new mayor is elected. Former Mayor Randy Shaw is in federal prison for misappropriation related to town finances. The town faces lawsuits and possible bankruptcy as measures to resolve the bond debt stall.
Health officials warn excessive heat risks include dehydration and heat exhaustion. Dr Theo Petkov of Aiken Regional Medical Centers urges fluids and salt, avoiding peak sun hours, and cautions that cold and allergy pills can worsen heat tolerance. Heat stroke is deadly and requires immediate care.
Nationwide study finds run down schools exist in every state yet Aiken County educators deem them not major concerns. Dr. Bill Gallman credits a five year facility plan enabling about 10 million dollars in annual construction maintenance and renovations. Rose Marshall praises improved facilities and upkeep at Hammond Hill Elementary while Robert Taylor notes wa gen-Salley High has benefited from district attention.
The Department of Energy plans to release its preliminary Fiscal 1998 budget showing trends in environmental cleanup, complex staffing, and national defense. Congress faces post election changes as it debates the 1997 budget and potential permanent spending cuts and tax relief.
Aiken City Council approved a 3 1/2 percent raise for City Manager Steven Thompson totaling 2722 dollars annually starting July 1 but officials dispute whether an actual vote occurred. Some say a vote was taken in an executive session. others say only a decision, prompting questions about compliance with state law requiring an adjourned session and action report.
South Carolina DHBU laid out a plan to reclassify Upper Three Runs Creek and tributaries as Outstanding Resource Water to New Ellenton. The proposal would affect streams from headwaters to Mill Creek excluding Johnson Fork and Wise Hollow, allowing DHEC to curb discharges from waste facilities and regulate stormwater and refuse disposal.
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