South Carolina minibottle referendum stalls in House
The South Carolina House rejected the minibottle referendum in two votes short of the 83 needed. Rep. Alan Clemmons forced the second vote, with 63 supporting and 47 opposing. Supporters include MADD and the Baptist Convention who seek to end minibottle use. Some lawmakers call for an implementation bill alongside referendum action.
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Gas prices spur efficiency plan at Georgetown County Sheriff
Georgetown County Sheriff Lane Cribb says deputies will handle nonemergency calls by phone to save fuel and cut costs. Reports on nonviolent issues will be taken remotely while domestic disputes and alarms still receive in person responses.
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