Aiken Standard TalkBack Readers Call For Public Forum Action
Readers critique local issues from New Ellenton to Aiken County urging public forums on cleanup and safety. Citizens denounce sheriff's oversight gaps and demand responsible money management, higher fines, and accountability amid recent incidents and sequester debates.
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SRS advisory board mulls deferral on nuclear waste storage move
The SRS Citizens Advisory Board discussed a draft recommendation to DOE not to store spent nuclear fuel at Savannah River Site. A September or October meeting is expected to decide, with community support from Sierra Club and Conservation Voters of South Carolina.
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Barack Obama
Patrick McGui
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Wilkins Byrd
Aiken
Relay For Life in Aiken Focuses on Hope Over Disruptions
Organizers said a few unruly incidents dimmed the event but did not eclipse the night's purpose. Three men faced disorderly conduct charges or searches, while volunteers highlighted heartfelt moments as about 40 students completed a 12 hour relay honoring cancer patients including a survivor mother and a late relative.
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Paula Turner
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Turner
Relay For Life
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Holcomb
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Sarah Johnson
Relay For Life Co Chairs Plan Improvements After Memorial Event
Holcomb and Turner plan to serve as co chairs again with changes next year after a crowd at Relay For Life displayed reverence akin to church services. Law enforcement officers stressed respect during the somber moment while Capt. Turno noted past disturbances and pledged cooperation to keep the event focused.
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MOX billed and reimbursed for large excess living expenses
An audit from the U S Department of Energy Office of Inspector General finds MOX Services billed and was reimbursed about 37 million dollars for excessive temporary living expenses by subcontractors over five years at the MOX project site. The study notes removal of cost ceilings in 2008 and improper approvals, with a spokesman for Shaw AREVA MOX Services promising review with NNSA.
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MOX ‘Services
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National Nuclear Security Administration
Shaw-Areva
Bryan Wilkes
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