House and Senate clash over education accountability plan
The debate centers on a new grading system from A through F or a five tier model with categories like successful and challenged. House advocates mid March testing and penalties for students who fail, while the Senate questions timing and oversight. Gov Beasley calls for quick resolution as conflicts over class size, alternative schools, and an oversight commission loom. Separately a 17 year old South Aiken High student was mugged while seeking a job near Edgefield and Abbeville Avenues, receiving minor injuries and transport to Aiken Regional Medical Center. investigation ongoing.
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Residents push for Kemberly and Brandon repair listing
Local residents confront state highway officials over road damages seeking $23,000 for repairs. Mrs Socha claims decades of gas and auto taxes have funded repairs yet yielded no results after letters and meetings across the legislative delegation transportation committee highway department and county offices. The council notes it cannot fix the issue and suggests seeking aid from another agency, while venting frustration over tax payments without needed returns.
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Brandon
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Sister Toni and Pawn Shop Death Case Followed
Mrs. LaBorde spoke about her brother shot in a room adjoining a pawn shop used for a video poker business. She described a family devastated by the loss and urged that the responsible person feel the pain they caused, while noting ongoing contact with the solicitor’s office for justice.
South Carolina lottery, flag debates shape governor fight
Ford notes lottery push aimed at South Carolina voters while Beasley faces a flag symbol clash. Senate resistance blocks term limits and session- shortening ideas, as lawmakers warn of populist shifts. Conflicting views from Beasley allies and opponents highlight budget battles and public sentiment.
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Greg Ryberg
Aiken
David Thomas
Fountain Inn
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Beasley
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Moore
House
David Wilkins
Wilkins
Terry Haskins
Charleston
Ernie Passailaigue
Aiken Standard Local News Highlights
The Aiken Standard delivers local news from Aiken and surrounding areas with community updates, events, and brief notes on city affairs. Readers find coverage of local government, schools, safety, and human interest items.
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County budget faces cuts and tax hike debate
County officials warn that adding five dollars to the road maintenance fee funds roadwork and drainage but risks taxpayer opposition. Council members push amendments to trim more than a million dollars from the budget while flags rise over potential department eliminations and waste handling costs. Revenue gaps stem from reassessment appeals and slow growth in new construction, vehicle purchases, and judicial revenue.
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Joel Ranall
Jim Baggott
Susan Giddings
Willar Hightower
LaWana McKenzie
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