SCE&G Delays Nuclear Reactor Opening Amid Rate Increase
SCE&G outlines a rate bill of 142.28 with 15.34 for reactor costs and notes delays at the Au gust site. Officials say construction remains under initial estimates and first reactor now targets late 2017 or early 2018 within an 18 month contingency. Delays blamed on a components supplier. Shaw Group was acquired by Chicago Bridge & Iron. Public grievance window opens for 30 days.
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Savannah River Declared Highly Toxic by Local Caucus
Tonya Boni tatibus of Savannah Riverkeeper warns the Savannah River ranks as the fourth most toxic in the nation and should be the most studied river, urging regional action beyond state lines. The caucus notes the river serves over 2 million residents and attracts millions of visitors yearly, tying water quality to future manufacturing and retail growth and urging decisive river stewardship.
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Haley calls for economic development caucus and federal funding
Gov. Nikki Haley urges action without waiting for a crisis and promotes a business plan for economic development. The caucus will pursue federal funds after upcoming studies and seek Congress support to continue basin work. Derrek Asberry, a June joiner to the Aiken Standard, hails from Vidalia, Georgia.
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Aiken Playhouse History Ties to Downtown Revitalization
The Aiken community Playhouse grew with downtown revitalization efforts in the 1990s and moved to its current Washington Center home after Washington Group involvement. Opening of Footloose in October 2002 marked the Playhouse’s 50th season, with a Youth Wing added in the early 1980s and four student groups named for prominent participants.
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Syrian War Lessons and Regional Implications
Analysts warn Syria's civil conflict may spill into Lebanon Jordan and Turkey bringing wider instability. Assad's backers include China Russia and Iran while the West hesitates. U S options face domestic fatigue and limited support for intervention. Russia pursues diplomacy to shield its interests and maintain a naval presence.
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