Cleanup Delayed by Missing Chemicals Inventory at Clearwater Plant
The Clearwater Fini shing Plant cleanup is stalled awaiting a chemicals inventory promised by former operators. Myra Reece of the SCDHEC said work will start once the list is provided, amid prior disclosures of hundreds of chemical barrels after the plant was padlocked by Aiken County officials.
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Myra Reece
Aiken
S.C
Ms. Reece
Aiken County
Jean Newsome
Sheriff's Department
State Health Ag
Neal County
William Shepherd
Reece
Neal
Aiken council may revive assisted living project
Aiken City Council plans a special meeting to reconsider a 96 room assisted living proposal after a 5 2 vote denied rezoning. Councilman Perry seeks a second reading to allow public hearing and further study. developer Bolton reacts angrily to the setback.
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Aken
Robert S
Skipper
Perry
Isue
Roberts
Aiken
Steven T. Thompson
Sai
Richland and
Gregg Avenues
Ronald B
Ronny) Bolton
Pment
Ee Jlton
Council
N E Council voids contracts by former mayor
New Ellenton Town Council unanimously approves first reading of an ordinance voiding contracts entered into by former mayor Randy W. Shaw without council consent. The measure targets agreements with multiple entities tied to Cedar Creek and others named, and aims to protect town interests amid ongoing sewer project litigation.
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N.E. Council
New Ellenton
Randy W. Shaw
Shaw
Lewis
Louis Whitlaw
George Henderson
Henderson
Brittian Construction
Keys Home Improvements
Dar Creek Properties
Cedar Creek
Council
Gregory P. Harlow
Harte, Harte and
Local reader call in tip line for news leads
A reader invites contact on a news tip at the station number 648 2311, offering to share information for coverage.
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Saea
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Evelyn Baggett
Brunez
Nettie J, Brewer
Ward
Dorothy Drayton
al J. Broadus Franklin
Johnston
Marion M. Jackson
Beech Island
Juanita H. Thompson
North Augusta
Eva Wheeler
Trenton
Aiken To Target 90 Mill Budget In Reelection Bid
City Councilman Michael ana clerio says keeping the 90 mill budget stable is a key priority if reelected to the at large seat. He expects no strong opposition aside from a possible write in.
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Aiken
Michael Anaclerio
Aiken City Council set for four at large seats
City of Aiken holds municipal elections on Tuesday November 2 to fill four council seats. Incumbents running include Michael Anaclenio Robert S Perry and Lessie B Price plus Eric M Radford for District 4. Local note advises readers to see page 3A for more details.
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City of
Aiken
Willold
Michael Anaclenio
Robert S
Skipper) Perry
Lessie B. Price
Eric M. Radford
Legislators Alarmed by Aiken County School District Split Vote
Four members of the Aiken County Legislative Delegation voiced shock after the Board of Education voted 5-3 to deconsolidate the district. They questioned legality and motives and said the move contradicts prior requests for information before action. Rep. Huff called the decision ludicrous and premature, while Sen. Moore sought details on debt division and racial makeup requirements.
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Aiken County
Board of Education
Soard
Jack Hunter
Aiken
North Augusta
Belvedere
Inease P. Williamson
Wagener
Tom Huff
Huff
Area 2
Thomas L. Moore
Vlearwater
Justice Department
Sen. Moore
Suggestion For Breakup Comes Quietly
A Wagener representative on the Aiken County Board of Education asked colleagues to break apart the school district in a dramatic move. Mrs. Williamson urged team building for the children, while trustees supported the split plan in a district office meeting, hinting at reorganizing Areas 2 through 5.
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Tamoee
Wagener
Aiken County
School Board Delays Deconsolidation Until Facts Are Known
The school board refused to introduce or support deconsolidation legislation until key facts are clarified. Rep. James K. Smith called the decision shocking and pondered whether it reflects a political move.
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James K. ‘Smith
Langley
Officials evasive about Schofield gun incident
In Aiken County a pistol was found on school grounds at Senolield Middle School prompting police action. Two students, ages 15 and 16, allegedly attempted to bring the weapon to campus as inquiries question district policy enforcement.
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Schofield
Aiken County
Ricky Turner
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Stowe
Senolield Middle School
Mobute
Aiken High St
Joseph R. Brooks
Cindy Wicks
Aiken
Sardat
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