Nuclear fuel elements unload at Savannah River Site
280 spent fuel elements from Switzerland Germany the Netherlands and from Colombia and Chile arrived in Charleston Sunday amid heightened security. Rail transport covered about 135 miles to SRS L Area where crews unloaded casks from railcars onto flatbed trucks. Fuel handlers moved the casks to staging near the Receiving Basin for Offsite Fuels. Officials said the transfer progressed smoothly from Charleston to SRS.
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Savannah River
Switzerland
Germany
Netherlands
Europe
Colombia
Chile
South America
Charleston
Naval Weapons Station
Department of Energy
SRS
Jim Giusti
Bob Duggleby
S.C
Duggleby
South Carolina
Wagener volunteers build rescue sentry boats for forests
The Wagener Volunteer Fire Department showcases the Buffalo Brush Fighter and a smaller version to reach rough terrain for forest and accident rescues. They aim to assist fire units nationwide, with interest from the South Carolina Forestry Service and US Forestry Service. The article also covers local arts center moves and a nuclear shipment roundup at SRS with no incidents.
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Wagener Volunteer Fire Department
Carrier
Wagener
South Carolina Forestry Service
US Forestry Service
Beckham faces questions in daughter of state senator death
Beckh am shows little reaction when told foul play suspected in the death of his estranged wife Vickie Lander Beckham. The 37 year old is charged with murder kidnapping and conspiracy in the June 12 1994 death of the Newberry woman, daughter of Senator James Lander. He is son of retired Episcopal Bishop William Beckham.
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Beckham
Vickie Lander Beckham
James Lander
D-Newberry
William Beckham
Local volunteer Amy Halter Finds Joy in Helping Others
Amy Halter, a Salvation Army volunteer, describes the joy of bringing happiness to children and the fulfilling weight of relief she feels from aiding others. She remains hopeful, pursuing veterinary studies and planning to foster, driven by a desire to help those who cannot help themselves.
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Salvation Army
Ms. Halter
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Miss Phelps
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Heaton
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Degraaf Chiropractic Clinic
Dunagan's Sewing & Vacuum
Richland Ave
Whiskey Rd
Warnere
Ot Rath
Huntsman
Huntsman Shell
Winter Fabrics
Yvonne
Town Fabrics
Tricia's, Inc
Dougherty Rd
Haven of Rest
Olick AS A
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Quantum
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Wdu
Chace
Aiken Mall
Kroger Hitchcock Plaza
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