Obama lifts limits on embryonic stem cell research
President Obama plans to end the eight year restriction on taxpayer funded embryonic stem cell work reversing Bush era limits. The move prompts debate over morality while enabling government funding for newer healthier cell lines and therapies potentially aiding diabetes Parkinsons Alzheimer’s and spinal injury recovery. Dr George Daley of Harvard Stem Cell Institute hails the shift as energizing research efforts.
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Tragic moped crash on U S 1 prompts fatality
A 2008 Yamaha moped northbound on U S 1 in Aiken County collided with a 1999 Chevrolet S-10 that ran a stop sign. Marcus Morris was thrown into the roadway and struck by a northbound 2004 Volvo tractor trailer driven by Lowell Holloway, 68, of Leesville. Elizabeth Turner, Batesburg, was turning onto U S 1.
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Funds allocate crime protection grants to states and locals
The funding formula blends population and violent crime data with a minimum share to ensure fair state and territorial distribution. Sixty percent goes to states while 40 percent funds local governments. Over 5000 communities will use the grants to boost crime prevention and protection efforts. Aiken County Sheriff’s Office is eligible for 173120 dollars, with Sheriff Hunt planning a staff meeting to discuss needs and SWAT equipment upgrades. North Augusta receives 20519 dollars and will apply the same approach locally.
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