Contender Eckstrom Seeks State Comptroller Post
CPA Eckstrom argues the state needs financial leadership amid a major budget crisis. He cites rising debt from under $1 billion to nearly $4 billion, calls for urgent spending controls, and highlights gaps in leadership from the treasurer and current comptroller. His site touts past awards and public service, including military duty and state positions.
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Iget and Control Board
Eckstrom
Eck
Arom
Lander
Votefor Jander
S.C. Department of Archives and History
Government Finance Officers Association of
United States
Canada
Deloitte & Touche International
Korea
Vietnam
State
Senate
S.C. Association of Counties
S.C. Association of the Deaf
Advocates For the Rights of
National Association of State Comptrollers
Council On State Governments
Los Alamos Rejects Weapons Plant Near Carlsbad
Los Alamos officials oppose a plutonium weapon parts facility near Carlsbad citing misalignment with the lab mission. Carlsbad favors the project for its economic impact, while WIPP involvement and DOE secrecy draw criticism from Sen. Bingaman. Public hearings proceed with later dates and continued calls for disclosure.
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Carlsbad
Los Alamos
John Browne
Santa Fe
WIPP
National Nuclear Security Administration
DOE
New Mexico City
Energy Department
Cials
Jerry Freedman
Jeff Bingaman
Marine Corps Birthday Ball Set for Shrine Club
The Annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball is scheduled for November 9 at the Shrine Club. Event begins with a social hour at 5 p.m., dinner at 8 p.m., and live music at 9 p.m. Tickets are $40 for couples and $25 for singles. Information at 649-4019 or email Ed H crossings at elhs/aol.com.
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Marine Corps
Shrine Club
Ed Hammons
Elhs
Aol.com
Fair Continues At Local Fair With Rides And Delights
Attendance is estimated around 7,000 as fairgoers explore Kidsville rides and Rubin’s Deli offerings. Thursdays through Saturdays are expected to bring the largest crowds, with $5 general admission and $15 for Midnight Madness. Shows include Spear Creek Band, circus performances, pig races, and a 12 pm to close exhibit building. Details at www.aikenjaycees.com or 648-8955.
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Fairgrounds
Rubin
Aiken
Parker
Schwenker
Adam Pathaja
Jaycee Lee Bennington
Arto
Spear Creek
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