Xzavier Williams, an eighth-grader at J.V. Martin Junior High School, was recently honored as the school’s Reader of the Year for 2010-2011.
Senator Williams Gives Budget Update
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This week the Senate finished up the fifth week of extensive debate on the appropriation bill for the fiscal year starting in July 2011.
Annual Estimated Cost Of U.S. Crash-Related Deaths Is $41 Billion
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Motor vehicle crash-related deaths in the United States resulted in an estimated $41 billion in medical and work loss costs in a year, according to state-based estimates released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Half of this cost ($20.4 billion) was in 10 states, the report says.
Observations No. 10
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Epiphany: One meaning is a sudden realization of something perhaps ordinarily obvious to most but not to you until suddenly a light comes on in your mind. Eureka!
Eastern Carolina Community Foundation Awards Grants
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The Eastern Carolina Community Foundation awarded two grants for a total of $20,000 during their annual meeting held earlier in May announced Susan Bankson, Executive Director.
County Council Receives Information
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The Dillon County Council received a great deal of information at their council meeting on Wednesday.
Public Hearing Held On Redistricting Plan
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A public hearing on the Dillon County redistricting plan was held on Wednesday at the Dillon County Council meeting.
Bikers Sunday Held At Mt. Calvary Baptist
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Bikers Sunday was held at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church on Sunday, May 29.
Easter Page
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Easter Page of Latta, SC died Saturday, May 28, 2011 at her residence.
Report Finds Global Smokers Consider Quitting Due To Graphic Health Warnings On Packages
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Health warnings on cigarette packages prompt smokers to think about quitting, according to a 14-nation study. Effective warning labels as a component of comprehensive tobacco control can help save lives by reducing tobacco use, said a report released by CDC.