Economist disputes governor's spending figures in SC
South Carolina's chief economist says Gov. Mark Sanford overstates state and local government costs by using a flawed measure. The BEA-backed analysis finds state and local government costs 14 percent less than the national average while manufacturing shares rise, and cites lower spending in safety, environment, housing, and administration.
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Radiocarbon dates challenge accepted timeline for North America
USC archaeologist Al Goodyear reports radiocarbon results from the Topper Site in Allendale County showing plant remains at least 50 000 years old. The find suggests humans may have inhabited North America well before the Clovis 13 000 year ago date and the last ice age.
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DJJ report card highlights high youth recidivism in SC
South Carolina's Department of Juvenile Justice released a report card showing 47 percent of offenders released from custody commit new crimes within 12 months, rising to 68 percent after two years. Arbitration and wilderness camps show mixed success with high marks from officials.
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