Langley Dam lowered as heavy rain expected in Aiken County
Officials in Aiken County planned for worsening weather as Joaquin warns of heavy showers. Langley Dam reduces water flow by eight siphons while SCE&G monitors Misty Lake and Ascauga Lake Road. EMS Director Thompson notes protection at Level 4 and readiness of ambulances and equipment. City workers inspect storm drains and keep generators fueled for possible flooding.
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Weekend events in Aiken County disrupted by heavy rain threat
Several weekend events in Aiken County were canceled or postponed due to heavy rain. The Sassafras Festival is moved to next weekend. the Aiken Walk to End Alzheimer’s occurs inside H Odell Weeks. the Equine Flea Market at Gaston Livery Stable was canceled. the Aiken Symphony Orchestra Horses and Harmony event at Wind Swept Farm was called off with refunds.
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MOX debate and veto threat on budget cap in war funding bill
The bill seeks an additional 38.3 billion dollars for wars, drawing Obama veto threats over budget caps. House subcommittee action sparked disappointment from Wilson who urges bipartisan peace through strength. Part 2 of a congressionally mandated MOX alternatives report is due mid September.
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United Way progress updates for 2015 campaign goals
Aiken County Administrator Clay Killian reports the Government Division has raised 56509 dollars toward a 104484 goal, the Corporate Division has 201402 toward a 500000 goal, and the Community Business Division led by Avery Spears Mahoney has 93110 toward a 215000 goal. United Way aims for 2651484 in 2015.
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