FOIA dispute over Project Jackson in North Augusta case
The South Carolina Supreme Court heard Steve Donohue v. City of North Augusta on May 5 focusing on whether city actions during executive sessions complied with FOIA. Donohue alleges secrecy around Project Jackson, while City Administrator Todd Glover defends adherence to the law and openness of government. Page 12A.
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Legislature approves budget with 4 million ice storm aid
South Carolina Senate okayed a 7 billion 2015 16 budget with an amendment to send 4 million to counties hit by the February 2014 ice storm. The 42 to 3 vote returns the measure to the House before Gov. Nikki Haley signs it. Local governments receive a state match to cover storm costs, with Aiken County about 1.6 million, the City of Aiken about 100000, and North Augusta around 38000.
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Walter Scott body cam bill clears South Carolina House
The South Carolina House approved Senate Bill 0047 known as the Walter Scott bill by a 112 to 0 vote. It requires police to wear body cameras but blocks public release of footage under FOIA unless officers or subjects consent, with access limited to police and those filmed. The measure follows calls by the Aiken County delegation and relates to a fatal North Augusta shooting in 2014.
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Area Deaths Elizabeth Anderson Majors in Aiken
Obituary notice for Elizabeth Anderson Majors of Aiken plus Rosa Lee Brown of Charlotte and Tamie Lame Hardy of Aiken. Includes brief death announcements and funeral details. Weather section notes mostly sunny, high 80, low 62 with 5 day forecast.
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Aiken County Seeks Flags at Half Staff for Peace Officers
Aiken County Council urges residents to fly flags at half staff Friday to honor local law enforcement officers lost or disabled in the line of duty. The observance, proclaimed as Peace Officers Memorial Day, honors agencies safeguarding citizens’ rights and freedoms and highlights the calling to serve the community.
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