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SRS celebrates 10 millionth pound of glass since DWPF began
Savannah River Site reports the second melter at DWPF poured 10 million pounds of glass to immobilize radioactive waste. Melter 2, 65 tons and 12 years old, has produced 2,589 canisters versus Melter 1's 1,339. Since start, DWPF has poured over 15 million pounds of glass and immobilized more than 55 million curies, reducing environmental risk in South Carolina. Savannah River Remediation leads the waste disposal with AECOM Bechtel CH2M HILL and Babcock & Wilcox partners. AREVA Energy Solutions URS provide critical subcontractor support.
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Agribusiness Drives South Carolina Economy Spotlight
Agribusiness powers South Carolina with peaches and crops fueling a $34 billion industry, supporting about 200,000 jobs. The sector pressures lawmakers as funding lags other industries, with Titan Farms a leading producer and Clemson University cited for agricultural impact. Local farms total 1,102 in Aiken County, receiving government payments averaging $5,038 per farm, an 11 percent drop since 2007.
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Clemson PSA programs aid South Carolina farming economy
A Clemson University press release highlights the Public Service Activities PSA and agricultural programs as key to South Carolina farming growth. Dr George Askew notes Clemson PSA helps farmers with cropping irrigation water quality and related needs while coordinating with state legislatures yearly and through autumn budget talks. Carr urged support at a February House subcommittee meeting as agriculture remains the state's No 1 industry.
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Juilliard in Aiken presents outreach dance event for youth
Juilliard in Aiken kicked off its week long celebration with a youth focused dance program at the Etherredge Center featuring Juilliard graduates Troy Ogilvie Belinda McGuire and Adam Weinert. The trio discussed modern dance and education with children before upcoming performances at the URS Center for the Performing Arts.
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