Senate stalls plan to grout radioactive sludge at Savannah River
Democrats oppose the Energy Department plan to leave nearly 1 million gallons of high level sludge in tanks at Savannah River Site and other facilities with a concrete coating. Senator Lindsay Graham argues reclassifying the waste could save 16 billion dollars and speed cleanup, while Senator Fritz Hollings warns of long term environmental risk near the Savannah River and a nearby earthquake fault.
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Rally backs plan for African American History Center in Aiken
Aiken residents and supporters gathered at the former Immanuel Institute to promote converting the York Street site into the Center for African American History Art and Culture. Organizers aim to restore the main building, create a green adjacent lot, and use a rear block structure for exhibits, workshops, and performances. The city has allotted 360000 from the accommodations tax, with possible 350000 additional for land and development.
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Taste of Downtown Aiken showcases eateries in seventh annual event
Hungry crowds gathered for the seventh Taste of Downtown Aiken fund raiser by the Aiken Downtown Development Association. Fifteen businesses joined the tour with four new additions including Davor's Cafe and The Sweet Cow Creamery offering samples and stories from owners like Heidi Sklizovic and Laura Sherman.
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Sanford set to ink tattoo law
A compromise bill lifting South Carolina's tattoo ban clears the House and Senate and heads to Gov. Mark Sanford for signature. It bans under 18 tattoos, requires parental consent for ages 18 to 21, prohibits facial tattoos, and imposes licenses, disposable needles, and local zoning rules.
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Homeland Security grants to aid Aiken County agencies
Aiken County law enforcement and emergency services expect two federal Homeland Security grants totaling about 436000 to fund equipment and readiness. County leaders including Sheriff Michael Hunt and Chiefs Lee Wetherington Pete Frommer and officers say funds could arrive next month with no local match required and a tight two week forms window to submit to SLED.
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Lee Wetherington
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