Detention center found procedures proper after escape risk
Doris C. Gravat Detention Center reviewed handling of high risk prisoner Robert Atkins after a handcuff key, likely from Georgia, was found in his cell. He faced murder charges for Jessica Lynne Carpenter's death and was placed in maximum security with strip search and tight precautions.
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Ruben Studdard Wins American Idol Title in Tight Finish
The Birmingham, Alabama singer Ruben Studdard, 24, edged Raleigh rival Clay Aiken by about 1,300 votes from 24 million cast to win the American Idol finale at Universal Amphitheater Los Angeles. Aiken praised Studdard as highly talented as the audience cheered.
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Eight year old opens flavored shaved ice business on Southside
Bo Mitchell, an eight year old with modeling and film credits, has opened his own Tropical Sno shaved ice busin ess on Aiken's Southside. He saved money from acting to invest, saying snow cones have always been his passion. His mother Robin praises his energy as he runs the venture.
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Judge admonishes defendant in murder trial
Judge James C. Williams Jr admonished Christopher Davis 23 to act as a perfect gentleman after reports of threats and gestures in and out of court during the murder trial of Paul Williams 51 a City Billards cook. Davis allegedly threatened witness Shawn Hicks as the case proceeded.
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Thurmond in frail health at 100 in Edgefield
Edgefield residents and family friends describe former U S Senator Strom Thurmond as weaker than usual in recent days. Bettis Rainsford, a long time family friend, notes mental decline though he may be resting and improving. Thurmond, who turned 100 in December, lives in a private Edgefield County Hospital suite after retirement in January.
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Senators approve 5 billion budget with option to raise taxes
Senate approves the 5 billion budget but keeps options open for possible tax and fee hikes to fund education and health care. Lawmakers also allocate 195 million from lottery proceeds for scholarships, technology, research, and school buses, closely matching House actions but with notable differences.
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