Hazmat scare shuts U.S. 78 as barrels misread
Deputies and fire crews closed a mile of U S Highway 78 after seven 55-gallon drums were found outside an old convenience store. Officials say a faded placard was misread as radioactive, but the contents were soil and debris from groundwater testing. Authorities spent about two hours confirming the material and easing the closure.
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State Department of Health and Environmental Control
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Handicapped Parking Patrols Crack Down in Richland County
A volunteer group known as Leon's Parking Posse formed by Sheriff Leon Lott in November issues warnings to violators in Richland County. On Wednesday several offenders faced court action including LaQuanda Williams, who received a $300 fine after parking in a handicap space while nine months pregnant.
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Sheriff’s Department
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State bill would give schools local control over spending
A Columbia subcommittee sent a SMART funding bill to the Education Committee. It would consolidate funding into six categories and let districts move funds between them, carry over unspent money, and require grants for their intended use via an amendment. Governor Sanford pitched local control to boost achievement.
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States urged to jointly handle cross border pollution drift
South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster asked North Carolina AG Roy Cooper to work together on soot particle drift across the border. Cooper warned of possible EPA action, but NC says petition not filed. McMaster argues federal intervention unnecessary and cites cooperative resolutions.
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Henry McMaster
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Roy Cooper
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Cooper
Environmental Protection Agency
Noelle Talley
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