Aiken Schools Rewarded for Performance Invests in Talent
Aiken County schools earned 14 School Incentive Reward Program awards this year from $1000 to $33000 as district leaders cite strong results on tests and attendance despite limited resources. Superintendent Brooks notes salaries average high among the state and district grants stretch funds while Adopt A School partnerships bring in support from industry and parents. Part five previews future needs of the district.
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Aiken County
State Department
Roberson
Joseph R. Brooks
Brooks
Mayor Shaw Arrest Tied to New Ellenton Sewer Probe
SLED continues investigation into New Ellenton sewer system amid ongoing complaints of improper easements. Officials describe the situation as a terrible mess and note civil redress may be possible for other residents.
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Shaw
New
Ellenton
Morgan
New Ellenton
Ms. Morgan
WSRC Sees Spending Freeze Impact On Site Staffing
WSRC spokesman Bruce Cadotte said the company cannot yet quantify the freeze’s effect but acknowledged that reduced spending will contract personnel. He noted the freeze would have an impact, though specifics remain unclear for the near term.
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Guisti
Bruce Cadotte
WSRC
Choral Masterpieces In Augusta Concert Planned
The Augusta Choral Society schedules a March 6 concert at First Baptist Church of Augusta 3500 Walton Way at Wheeler Road. Melvin Brown will conduct with Augusta Symphony players and church organ. tickets cost 10 dollars for adults and 7 for students and seniors.
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Augusta Choral Society
First Baptist Church of
Augusta
Walton Way
Wheeler Road
Melvin Brown
Augusta Symphony
First Baptist Church
South Carolina DSS under scrutiny over funding and staffing
A state senator criticizes the Department of Social Services as underfunded and understaffed, noting child safety risks. The 108 page compliance report finds 11 of 18 audit findings unmet, calls for independent staffing study, and cites counties with staffing gaps and weak foster parent training.
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Columbia
Department of Social Services
David Thomas
DSS
Thomas Department
Thomas
Greenville
South Carolina
Sam Griswold
Budget and Control Board
Legislative Audit Council
General Assembly
Lancaster County
Donahue
Gerlado
Wayne Bell
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UCL
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Upens
Monthru
Whataburger
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Park & Union
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Pine Log Rd
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Pleasure Island
Gloverville
JB White
Fashion Fair
Pklsette
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Pine Log Road
Downing Street
Laurens St
Augusta Rd
Warrenville
Hitchcock Pkwy
Gina’s
Edgefield Hwy
Terry Wessinger
Eejay
Kalmia Mall
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