School Traffic and Plant Bonds on County Agenda
County agenda centers on school safety near J.D. Lever Elementary on U.S. 1 with traffic control requests from parents. Also listed are public hearings for large industrial revenue bond issues including a $100 million Beauliew carpet yarn plant loan, a $3.2 million Beloit Ceion refinance, a $3.5 million Metal Services bond, and other minor items.
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U.S. 1
Dan Tyson
Montmorenci
Nkraton Som
Ued
Beauliew
Amelia
Beloit Ceion
Metal Services and Supply
J.D. Lever
Sewer Pacts Voided By New Ellenton Council
The New Ellenton Town Council moves to void contracts tied to former mayor Randy W. Shaw over the $5.025 million sewer project. City attorney says the action seeks return of funds paid under these contracts amid Shaw’s resignation in March and embezzlement arrests. Some contractors challenge the broad list as overly inclusive.
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New Ellenton
Randy W. Shaw
John W. Harte
Harte
Shaw
Ruling Lets SC Video Poker Stand With Limits
US District Judge G Ross Anderson Jr upheld South Carolina video poker law as constitutional keeping eight machines per room prohibiting advertising and capping winnings at 25 dollars in two hours while barring profits from other businesses. He left zoning effects for Aiken intact but suggested broader impact on local age and hours rules.
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G. Ross Anderson Jr
South Carolina
Anderson
James M. Holly
Aiken
Holly
Video Poker Rules Face County Referendum Fight
North Augusta officials note the November 1994 general election referendum will let Ai ken County residents decide on video poker. The countywide vote mirrors statewide struggles with limits on games and advertising while challenging constitutional issues about income sourcing for machines.
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Holly
Aiken County
North Augusta
Charles B. Martin
Older Students Lean Toward Computers
Seventeen year olds prefer math and computer skills over reading, a survey by the American Federation of Teachers and Chrysler Corp. shows only 42 percent spend time weekly on reading beyond homework. Nine year olds read more. 86 percent read at least a few times weekly. The study cites social interests and solitary activities as factors in declining youth reading.
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Washington
American Federation of Teachers
Chrysler Corp
AFT
Albert Shanker
Pie
Derrick Anticipates Defeat For NAFTA
Rep. Derrick of South Carolina predicts failing to pass NAFTA as a House vote nears. He touts a 218 vote threshold against the agreement while White House allies push, noting fellow South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn praises his lobbying approach and coalition skills.
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Washington
Butler Derrick
D-S.c
House
Clinton
Derrick
White House
South Carolina
Decideston
NAFTA
James Clyburn
Have a News Tip About SB 4B 3B 6B Call 648 2311
Readers are invited to share news ideas or tips by calling 648 2311. The notice emphasizes contacting the newsroom with information about SB 4B 3B 6B or related items. The brief encourages community input for coverage.
Safety Director Stepping Down in North Augusta
North Augusta Public Safety Director Walter E. Newman plans to retire on March 22 next year. He told the City Council the move was carefully considered and aims to permit naming a successor, with Newman pursuing ordained ministry in the Pentecostal Holiness Church. Mayor Thomas W. Greene and council members praised his 25 years of service and leadership as they noted plans for his retirement and family considerations.
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North Augusta
Chief Newman
Loretta
Pentecostal Holiness Church
Greene
William L
Bill) Gray
Lark Jones
Carolyn Baggott
Michael Keepers
Pat Carpenter
Kelly Zier
Aiken Standard announces Pick Score contest for Clemson game
The Aiken Standard invites readers to pick the winning team and closest final score for the Farotina Clemson football game in Columbia this Saturday. Contest entry forms are on Page 7A with details for submitting scores and names.
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Aiken
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Aiken, N.A
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By the Assoc
Sarah Pekkanen
States News Service
Usca Forum
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Harrison Burt
Edgefield
James E. Cushman
Windsor
Jasper C. Johnson
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