South Carolina budget outlook seen as tight amid growth
Columbia lawmakers expect up to 590 million more for next year's state budget but warn most will cover obligations from the current 5.3 billion plan and Medicaid shortfalls. Official projections arrive with the Board of Economic Advisers meeting, as House Ways & Means begins months of budget talks led by Rep. Bobby Harrell.
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Safety and fun guide annual candy quest in North Augusta
Halloween in Aiken County centers on safety and fun as North Augusta hosts the Jack-o'-lantern Jubilee in downtown on Georgia Avenue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event features the Federal Children's Costume Contest at 11:30 a.m. and the Pup Pet Pals show at noon, plus bands, a haunted house, and classic Model A car displays. Free admission with sponsors including University Health Care and Augusta Coca-Cola.
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Johnny Hensley
Augusta Concrete Block Company
Augusta Coca-Cola
Aiken
Adda
Mourners bid judge farewell in Aiken church tribute
Retired South Carolina Chief Justice Bruce Littlejohn led mourners at First Baptist Church in Aiken for Charles Simons 83 who died after a fall. Simons served 35 years on the federal bench and was named chief judge emeritus. Tributes called him a lawyer’s lawyer and praised his impact on state and federal judiciary.
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Charlie Simons
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Aiken First Baptist Church
Aiken
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Fred Andrea
Momento Simons
Lyndon Johnson
Strom Thurmond
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Fall back time change and battery tips
The article reminds readers to set clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. Sunday and enjoy an extra hour. State Fire Marshal Lewis Lee urges changing smoke alarm batteries at the same time, recommending twice yearly reminders.
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Friday's winning Cash 3 Midday draw result
The Friday midday Cash 3 draw produced the numbers 17 and 9 in a top result. The cash 3 evenings draw also featured the number 17 in its outcome.
United Way in Aiken County tops goal with big win
The United Way of Aiken County surpassed its campaign goal by over 168,000, raising 2,828,800 to beat the 2,660,000 target. Campaign chair Chris Ceasar praised community generosity and volunteer effort driving the record result.
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Aiken County
Chris Ceasar
Ginny Southworth
Liz Thomas
Linda Perry
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