Lottery debate tightens as polls show mixed support
Geddings notes progress toward a state lottery despite a Clemson poll showing support slipping. About half oppose a lottery with 38 percent in favor in a 450 voter survey, while critics raise concerns over minority representation and turnout trends in past elections.
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Students report code violations and knives on campus
The district credits resource officers and new hall monitors for catching violations. Ridge Spring Monetta High notes some students remove minor knives like Swiss Army blades and hand them to officials to avoid trouble, sparing parents in most cases.
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South Carolina dropout rate steady amid truancy conference
A one day Columbia conference on truancy gathers educators judges law enforcement and child advocates. The latest report shows 1998 99 high school graduation rate at 66.9 percent unchanged from four years earlier while dropout rates vary by district. Barnwell 29 had no dropouts while Darlington 5.4 percent. Education Accountability Act 1998 aims to curb dropouts with customized study guides parent meetings and expanded homework centers and alternative schools. Greenwood 51 improved to 1.2 percent and Marion 4 rose to 4.9 percent.
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Lieberman and Cheney spar over debate pace in Kentucky
Lieberman called for a good healthy debate after three days at a Kentucky debate camp. Cheney, in his fourth mock debate in Washington, seeks a direct conversation with the American people. Both followed leaders debating Gore and Clinton, with Bush signaling concern over the unfolding exchanges.
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H&R Block Offers Income Tax Prep Course Starting October
Thousands enroll in an eight week program at multiple Augusta Aiken area locations. Classes run morning and evening from October 9 to 14, covering tax preparation basics and new tax law changes. Course fee includes textbooks supplies and forms. certificate and continuing education credits offered.
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