Chemical ignition blamed for sulfur trioxide leak
Halocarbon Products Corporation cites chemical ignition as the cause of a sulfur trioxide release at its North Augusta facility during an under development pharmaceutical process. The incident at 10:20 a.m. clouded the area, hindered sealing by staff, and caused hospital visits for skin irritation and dizziness though no workers were injured. Officials expect to review hospital records Monday to gauge how many were affected. The company praised emergency procedures as effective and plans to use lessons to improve community notification.
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Lessons Learned Stalls Cedar Creek Park Plan Near Savannah River
Aiken County struggles with a 1600 acre research park near Cedar Creek as a three year deadline looms to secure funds and title to 423 acres from Westinghouse Savannah River Co. The county faces credibility loss and must persuade SC Authority to build manage and recruit tenants while presenting a strong tax base to back the venture.
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Aiken County
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Bush Faces Final Debate With Slim Chance Of Shift
Washington President Bush enters the last debate in East Lansing with little chance to alter the campaign. Clinton holds a solid lead after a week of debates that focused on domestic issues and economic concerns, leaving Bush with limited opportunities to spotlight foreign policy or Clinton's character.
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East Lansing
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North Augusta plans delay on video poker zoning rule
North Augusta Planning Commission recommends delaying a development standards ordinance that regulates video poker locations as it handles core district issues. The measure, with building codes and zoning, awaits third reading by the City Council after injunction proceedings begin Monday.
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Supreme ‘Court
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Worldwatch report flags mixed signals in Vital Signs
The Worldwatch Institute notes fewer smokers, reduced military spending, and slower oil and chemical production, with some positive trends. Yet 36 indicators show ongoing trouble, and president Lester R. Brown urges building on emerging gains while remaining vigilant.
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Call to share tips on news tips line 48 2311
Readers are invited to report news ideas by calling the tip line at 48 2311. The notice encourages public input and highlights a direct contact method for submitting tips to the newsroom.
World faces grain drop amid population surge and environmental strain
A report warns of a global decline in grain production as population climbs to record highs. The 1992 harvest is projected to fall to a five year low, with population growth now seen as the leading future threat. Other indicators include shrinking fish catches and rising temperatures.
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