Aiken workers strike over planned contract changes
Union negotiators and company talks stall as AGY workers protest, citing reduced overtime and holiday pay, shift to progressive discipline, and new leave rules. About 40 temporary out of state workers were brought in amid picketing in rain. union vows to stay united for a fair contract.
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MOxX plutonium disposal costs eyed by DOE and AREVA
The MOX program with Russia to dispose of 34 metric tons of weapons grade plutonium faces a cost concern after a DOE study pegged potential spending at 31 billion dollars. AREVA, the contractor partner, argues the true cost is about 17 billion, aligning with GAO estimates. Derrek Asberry covers this for the Aiken Standard.
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Aiken Lobster Race Draws Families to May Festivities
Families enjoyed rides rock climbing and food as Amy Cross and her daughter Addison celebrated a prize from the stage. Nate Olsen and his son Landis Corley traveled from Evans Georgia for their first visit, new to the event after moving to the area. The Great American Lobster Race occurs each year on the first Friday in May.
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Love the Chase ties to California Chrome owners in Derby tale
Frommer bought Love the Chase as a yearling, trained in Thomasville, sold for 30000 at Fasig-Tipton Maryland, and praises connections to California Chrome's team. The filly’s story highlights unexpected success behind the Kentucky Derby narrative and Bowman's racing lineage. Ben Baugh reports for the Aiken Standard.
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