Debate sparks call for DeMint apology over gay teachers ban
Gay groups urge U S Senate candidate Jim DeMint to apologize after he said openly gay teachers should not be in public schools. DeMint defended his stance and refused to back a ban while campaign aides emphasized his personal beliefs.
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Judge approves 42 million settlement in Carolina Investors case
U S District Judge G Ross Anderson sanctioned a nearly 42 million civil settlement for former officers of the bankrupt Carolina Investors and its parent HomeGold Financial. Investors will receive about 18 cents on the dollar. About 8 000 people lost nearly 275 million as the home lending arm sought creditor protection. Former chairman Earle Morris faces 23 counts of securities fraud and will stand trial in November. he is the second person to face criminal charges tied to the collapse.
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Merrill named South Carolina House majority leader
Daniel Island's Jim Merrill, 37, elected by 65 of 74 Republican caucus members as the new House majority leader. Rex Rice remained a contender. Bill Sandifer withdrew. Merrill replaces Rick Quinn, who resigned after losing a 1989 seat primary, with a focus on the upcoming election in 28 days.
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College of Charleston weighs smoking ban for campus
The College of Charleston plans a smoking ban in residence halls and other campus areas with a student vote upcoming. If approved the proposal moves to the faculty senate and then to President Lee Higdon. Surveys show strong student support and 700 signatories backed smoke-free residence halls.
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Charleston
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