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Memorial honors those killed in action

By Jonathan Vickery - Staff Writer

Published on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 - 9:46am |
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Jonathan Vickery - Staff Writer

As millions prepare to enjoy a day off and three-day weekend, a group of locals gathered at Veterans Memorial Park to remember those who gave their lives so others can enjoy such freedoms.
Salkehatchie Chapter 828 of the Vietnam Veterans of America and Marine Corps League Detachment No. 1227 hosted the May 18 ceremony dedicating a monument to Barnwell County military service personnel killed in action in all wars and conflicts since World War I.

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Hundreds avoid SRS furloughs

By David Purtell - Staff Writer

Published on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 - 9:44am |
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David Purtell - Staff Writer

Hundreds of Savannah River Site employees will stay on the job now that Congress has approved additional funding for SRS.
On May 15, committees in both the House of Representatives and Senate approved a $79 million reprogramming request from the Department of Energy. The DOE can now take money from another project and immediately use it for SRS.
There was a May 22 deadline for funds to be made available in order to avoid furloughs for up to 900 employees at the nuclear site starting June 1.

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OPINION

Memorial Day more than a holiday

Memorial Day is more than just a holiday.
It started as Decoration Day as a way to remember those who sacrificed their lives - both Confederate and Union - in the Civil War.
It was later changed to remember soldiers of all wars who gave their lives in service to the United States.
War, unfortunately, is a reality in our world. A lot of men and women put their lives on the line daily to make sure the United States remains strong.
On Monday, May 27, we will honor those who died in that effort.

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JDA girls place third in finals

By Michael Young - Sports Editor

Published on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 - 11:19am |
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Michael Young - Sports Editor


The Jefferson Davis Academy softball team placed third in the SCISA 1A State Tournament held May 10-11 at Piney Grove Complex in Lexington.
JDA completed the double elimination tournament with a 2-2 record.
The Lady Raiders losses came against top-ranked Colleton Prep Academy and No. 2-ranked Clarendon Hall Academy.
Jefferson Davis Academy first-year coach Greg Williams said the team performed well in a very competitive field.

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