South Carolina Bill Shields Individual Vaccine Rights
South Carolina lawmakers consider a bill to let residents opt out of vaccines offered by the Department of Health and Environmental Control. Lead sponsor Rep Bill Taylor says some fear a coronavirus vaccine could be forced on people, while supporters frame it as protecting personal liberty and medical beliefs. The measure, referred to the House committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs, draws debate over immunization in the state.
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Nine New Virus Cases Confirmed in Aiken County
State health officials report nine new coronavirus cases in Aiken County bringing total to 132 as of May 13 and note seven additional deaths statewide though none in Aiken. DHEC reports 133 SC cases, 362 deaths, while urging continued masking and social distancing.
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South Carolina Sees 8030 Cases and 362 Deaths to May 13
Coronavirus counts show South Carolina with 8030 cases and 362 deaths as of May 13 while Aiken County reports seven deaths. Local totals reflect ongoing pandemic impact across the state.
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Virus spikes may follow reopenings weeks later
Experts warned that even as states restart economies after months of lockdown, it may take weeks to see if COVID-19 cases spike. They noted uneven trajectories across the country with varying case rates by neighborhood and large regional differences.
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County finds tight wiggle room in budget session
Aiken County Council held multiple work sessions to refine the FY 2020 2021 budget at the Government Center. Chairman Gary Bunker and Vice members discussed Geneva Funds revenues, noting potential adjustments upward in some areas and caution on others due to the coronavirus impact. Kilian proposed revenues and expenditures at 71654366, about 147 million less than the prior amended General Fund budget, a 2 percent spending decrease.
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