Water park development shifts to Aiken County amid rezoning talks
North Augusta officials praise a world class water park plan moved to Aiken County after Columbia County rejection. Chairman Ronnie Young says six to eight months of negotiation led to North Augusta support and tourism boosts. Todd Glover notes potential attendance could bring extra stays beyond current city population.
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North Augusta Eyes New Island Water Park Promising 2016 Opening
North Augusta Mayor Lark Jones touts exit 5 development as a CSRA asset. Seattle's Island water park will include two restaurants an ice cream parlor kiosks a 34000 square foot pool and multiple water slides plus a 2000 foot lazy river. Grand opening set for May 30 2016.
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MOX Editorial Questions high level of MOX program
The piece notes concern over MOX program decisions and quotes Massey about informing Washington and staying proactive. Wilson's office confirms receipt of a letter and its review as a state suit against the DOE and others over Obama MOX plans heads toward a cold standby amid other disposition paths.
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DOE MOX Funding Debated as Downblending Studied
S C congressmen denounce two DOE studies favoring downblending plutonium over MOX. They seek documents and communications between DOE and Aerospace Corp. MOX funding stands at 345 million dollars, with Obama era request matching next year’s amount. Derrek Asberry covers the SRS beat.
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Aiken debuts Bruce's Field as upgraded equestrian venue
Gagne International partner Carsten Peters says the new Bruce's Field facility in Aiken will draw visitors and boost the local economy. Maggie Sjoberg and Abby from Ila praise the newly built barns and rings while judge Lewis Pack commends the improved layout and green spaces. The Aiken Fall Festival runs through Sunday with 8 a.m. start times and free admission.
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