Senator presses for review of deaths tied to Chinese drywall
U S Senator David Vitter urged federal agencies to more thoroughly review deaths of eight individuals linked to homes with Chinese drywall. CPSC says investigations found no link, noting one death occurred in a home without the drywall and that no evidence supports a correlation. The CDC and CBC to review the letter, while prior tests noted possible respiratory irritation and gas emissions from the imported wallboard.
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Imam in NYC bombing case pleads guilty to lying to FBI
Ahmad Afzali, an Afghanistan born imam tied to suspects in a thwarted New York City death by action plot, pleads guilty to lying to FBI. He faces up to six months in jail and must leave the United States within 90 days after sentencing, or face deportation.
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Aiken Seeks Public Input for City Plan Update
City leaders urge resident participation as the planning update moves forward. Surveys will be posted on the city's website for public input, with a preliminary report expected by fall after a summer planning phase. Contact April Bailey.
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Public meetings list for four cities with dates and locations
Several public meetings announced. Historic Aiken on March 30 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Municipal Building 214 Park Ave SW. Family City on April 13 7 9 p.m. at Smith Hazel Recreation Center 400 Kershaw St NE. Green City on April 27 6 30 to 8 30 p.m. at H Odell Weeks Activities Center 1700 Whiskey Road Wheat. Business City on May 6 6 30 to 8 30 p.m. at Municipal Building 214 Park Ave SW. Strategic Plan on May 22 10 a.m. to noon at City Council chambers Municipal Building 214 Park Ave SW.
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