Berkeley Split by Redistricting Draws Mixed Feelings
State Sen Rembert Dennis says Berkeley being cut between the 1st and 6th districts may bring two Congressmen and a silver lining though the plan splits his county. The three judge panel’s map shifts Berkeley plus Barnwell Allendale Newberry Union and Lee counties into new districts, not reducing Black voting strength by more than one percent.
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South Carolina Hopes for a Black District in Redistricting
U.S. judges approve a provisional 1980–90 congressional map for South Carolina noting it may not satisfy a 30 percent black population but allows campaigns to begin. The ruling keeps the plan as a stopgap until the next census and permits further tweaks by the General Assembly.
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Senator Norma Russell Faces Bribe Charge Inquiry
State Law Enforcement Division and the attorney general probe allegations by State Senator Norma Russell that former Rep Hicks Harwell offered a bribe. Russell says the incident occurred spring 1980 on the House floor during a USC Board of Trustees race vote. Harwell denies the accusation as a campaign attempt. AG spokesman confirms a new inquiry.
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Shrimpers Fear State Regulation Delay
Beaufort AP report says new rules could close off season shrimp grounds across South Carolina if adopted by the Wildlife and Marine Resources Commission. The Marine Advisory Board will meet with the SC Shrimpers Association Friday before a decision on the regulations. The dispute centers on extending the nautical enforcement limit from three miles to reach Hunting Island Hilton Head Island and Charleston harbor waters.
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