County council approves park staffing expansion and grants
Funding to add park staff totals nearly 90000 dollars before June 30 with Randall noting isolation costs. Willar Hightower supports broader recreational services. Council also approves five year tax data contract worth about 60000 yearly and an ambulance chassis costing 56900. Resolution plans commit 200000 for drainage in Nutgrove and Wise Hollow and seek a 281000 Urban Mass Transit grant with 45000 county match.
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Warrenville Elementary rezoning plan draws mixed views
At a forum for Warrenville Elementary School zoning, parents debated district changes affecting Pine Log Road and Russell Hills. Officials noted 200 students would move as rezoning aims to equalize populations while busing impacts remain modest. A final proposal heads to the Aiken County School District by March 28.
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Pentagon probe targets South Carolina guardsman deputy
The Pentagon investigates Brig. Gen. Charles L. Blount deputy ad jutant general for military operations over possible improper use of influence on personnel decisions involving his son Chip Blount an Air Guard officer. Blount denies wrongdoing according to The State newspaper citing unidentified sources.
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Storytime Cancelled If Rain Keeps Gardens Wet
Ms. Hall explains readings will be cancelled in rain or cold if gardens are damp. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and call the recreation department at 642-7648 to confirm if an event will be held.
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Housing market nerves rise as layoffs loom at SRS
Stinson notes longer time on market and buyer's market in Aiken amid SRS downsizing. Sellers fear job cuts and switch to private contracting while marketers push creative strategies to attract buyers. Sutherlands acknowledge nationwide downsizing and avoid blame, focusing on adapting.
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Officer Tolbert Cleared In Jail Altercation Case
Cato, inmate jailed after Sept 4 1994 murder, alleges Tolbert mistreated him during breakfast delivery. McCarthy says Cato rushed Tolbert, tried to grab keys, and that Tolbert retained the keys and returned him to his cell. County official exonerates Tolbert and backs a commendation.
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