Susan Smith moved to general prison population in Columbia
Susan Smith has been removed from suicide watch and placed with the general prison population at the Woman's Correctional Center in Columbia. Corrections spokeswoman Robyn Zimmerman said she moved in last week, has a roommate, a job, and eats with inmates. Smith, who was convicted of five counts of murder, is not eligible for parole for 30 years.
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Hancock property eyed for apartments and redevelopment
County engineer Bill Beasley notes Hancock could be turned into apartments or condos depending on funding. The four-building site, first built in 1923 with 50,000 square feet, would cost up to 87 per square foot to renovate, about 4.35 million, plus asbestos removal, fuel tank work, mechanical upgrades, and major structural repairs. The Smiths previously bought Ashley in the 1980s for 500,000 and now transform the Ashley gym into Gem of Ashley, a retail complex opening in January with an upscale restaurant and shops.
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New $100 Bill Unveiled To Counter Counterfeit Money
The government revealed a redesigned $100 bill featuring a larger Ben Franklin moved slightly left and a more youthful look. Officials said the overhaul, the first since 1969, aims to thwart counterfeiters worldwide rather than improve aesthetics.
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Senate OKs 62 Billion Bill Cutting EPA Housing Veterans Aid
Over Democratic objections the Senate passed a 62 billion spending measure that would cut environmental protection housing programs and veterans benefits. A Republican Congress and the White House reached a stopgap funding deal to fund the government after the new fiscal year begins Sunday.
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Republicans move to cut Medicare by 270 billion in first House test
Democrats failed to block the plan, aiming to scale back the bill and eliminate a sizable tax cut. The article notes opposition across groups and hints at broader political and social tensions surrounding the budget measure.
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Editor apologizes for printing professor contact details
A conservative editor who denounced a University of South Carolina professor’s teaching methods admitted fault for publishing the professor’s phone number and home address. A former North Carolina GOP official urged Republicans to draft retired Gen. Colin Powell as a presidential candidate, saying Powell could win.
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Panthers Rookie Collins Eyes Start Against Buccaneers
Kerry Collins grows hopeful for a Sunday start versus Tampa Bay as rival Trent Dilfer cautions readiness. Clover's twins share seven scores each but differ in style with Derrick Gore's speed and Barry Faulkner's power. Rafael Addison joins the Charlotte Hornets signaling more roster changes to come.
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Charles Van Doren in critical condition after rigged game collapse
Charles Van Doren, whose disgrace over a rigged game show inspired a film, remained in critical condition Wednesday, two days after collapsing and entering hospital.
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Weather snapshot for Greater Gaston area Friday
Partly cloudy with a high near 77 and low around 58. Light winds. Greensboro records a high of 76 and low 57 with 0.01 precipitation. Hickory 76/60 with no rain. Raleigh Durham 78/61 with 0.41. Wilmington 72/63 and a 0.0 rain chance.
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Film Rom 1A prompts protests over controversial film
The contracted rotation shows a film starring Elizabeth Berkley as a popular stripper. Foxx notes few protests, two calls so far, with some anger over its availability. Reverend Ned Matthews of Parkwood Baptist Church labels the film pornographic and urges action to remove it.
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Smoking Sparks Debate Over Tobacco Vending and Ads
A Gaston County report quotes teens and adults on smoking access and ads. Derek Felan 17 buys from vending machines to avoid age checks, while 16 year old Ryan Snider cites Joe Camel as a draw. Smokers like Jamie Starnes seek quitting, and locals debate Clinton's proposed law to move tobacco behind counters and ban certain ads amid concerns about liberties and youth impact.
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