Aiken Middle Students Celebrate Dr. Seuss in Read-In
Eighth-graders Kendrick Jakes and Jacob Weed join Corlette in naming Green Eggs and Ham as a favorite, while Milton Renew and Sara Olsen pick other Seuss titles. Patsy Davis, a media specialist, notes reading’s value and gives students Rock-n-Read stickers and Cat in the Hat hats.
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Dr. Seuss
Kendrick Jakes
Jacob Weed
Corlette
Milton Renew
Sara Olsen
Dr.Seuss
Blackbird Pond
Aiken Middle
Patsy Davis
Pageant Franchise Owner Selection Discussed in July
During the Miss South Carolina Pageant in July the committee will discuss the Miss Aiken County franchise and other pageant business. The field director will contact interested parties, meet with groups, and return with a recommendation. The franchise committee then decides based on criteria including a stable committee capable of fundraising and running the pageant.
Holiday King Day dispute stalls in South Carolina House
Deep divisions in the South Carolina House over King holiday proposals delay action until the state budget debate concludes. Some lawmakers push Civil Rights Day or tie the issue to Confederate symbolism, while others argue for acknowledging Civil War history alongside civil rights. House Republicans cite mixed signals as Democrats face political fallout.
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Sharpe
Senate
Wil Rights Oa
Rev
Martin Luther King Jr
Neal
House
al Robinson
Easley
Judiciary Committee
Robinson
David Wilkins
Greenville
Senate debates 28 year retirement plan for state workers
The study’s author warns fiscal risk of a 28 year retirement with a 1 percent cost of living adjustment possible to 4 percent. The plan increases state retirement contributions by 1.5 percent and faces a billion plus liability. Officials worry about teachers nurses and therapists. Advocates say future surpluses cover costs. The plan would start January 1 2001 with Senate Finance Committee review next week.
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Howard Winklevoss
Winklevoss
Chamber
Deb Woolley
State Chamber
Hodges
Nina Brook
Mike Sponhour
State Budget and Control Board
Senate
Nikki Setzler
Senate Finance Committee
Sullivan convicted in Colleton Ave burglary and kidnapping case
A jury found Sullivan guilty of first degree burglary armed robbery and kidnapping along with related charges after Miss Jackson testified she was attacked in her home by Sullivan who forced her into a bathroom threatened her with death and attempted to steal valuables The prosecution highlighted three rescuers and noted the victim’s bravery while the judge emphasized the repugnant nature of the crime and the vulnerable moment of the victim.
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Patterson
Thurmond
Miss Jackson
Sullivan
Kim Black
Ms. Black
David Mauldin
Mauldin
South Carolina to name Teacher of the Year for 1999
Mrs. Smith, praised for integrating potions or spells into daily lessons, is among finalists for South Carolina Teacher of the Year. The winner will be announced at a banquet in Columbia on April 29, earning a sabbatical, 25000 dollars, and a BMW Z3 for a year, with four Honor Roll finalists each receiving 10000 dollars.
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South Carolina
Columbia
Inez Tenenbaum
Janet Mellette Calder
Carolina Forest
Horry
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