Graham faces minimal GOP challenge in South Carolina primary
U S Senator Lindsey Graham, with nearly seven million dollars in campaign funds, faces six challengers in the South Carolina Republican primary. Former contender Mick Mulvaney opted out after a House committee seat, while Graham’s backing from establishment allies and a strong treasury keeps him on track for the nomination and likely reelection.
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Graham faces six challengers in South Carolina Senate race
Graham’s bid for re election faces six GOP opponents amid 40 percent approval. Polls show voters split with Haley leading, while challengers emphasize conservative credentials. Party groups and local officials weigh in on incumbency and fundraising staying power.
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Area Funerals List for Monday Services
Area funeral notices show May 5 services for Dorothy Walker at Ebenezer Baptist Church Williston at 1 p.m. Thelma Watson at Friendship Baptist Church 2 p.m. Wilhelmina Thomas at Reid Funeral Home Augusta 2:30 p.m. Joshua Bates at C A Reids Chapel Augusta 4 p.m. Geraldine Jerry Cole Colter at Great Swamp Baptist Church Ridgeland at 4:30 p.m. George E Powers at Hatcher Funeral Home Langley 6 p.m.
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SC bishops urge reform of public schools for children
Five South Carolina bishops from Lutheran Episcopal Catholic and United Methodist faiths call for education reform to end poverty and neglect in struggling schools. They sign a letter urging congregations and state legislators to address crumbling buildings funding and low expectations as the state Supreme Court weighs a minimum adequacy ruling. The group represents about 450,000 church members.
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Flags on display at America's first museum exhibit
The Charleston Museum showcases Civil War era flags and banners from unreconstructed white Southern rifle clubs, a 42 star U S flag, Southern militia designs, and a rare seven star Stars and Bars. The exhibit Unfurled runs in Charleston's historic district through Jan 4 next year. Curator Jan Hiester notes most fragile flags have endured battles and exposure.
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