Does anyone know of day lilies for sale around Edgefield County?
Thanks!
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Yes, I heard the same thing about the Seniors at FCHS.  They  have missed to many  days of school. This information came from a student at FCHS.

Editor's note: I would prefer to rely on the actual figures at the time of graduation.
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I am so happy to see all the council positions being challenged in this election! If all voters play their cards right we may see a major turnover and these sorry incumbents will realize they should have listened to the citizens of this county a long time ago.
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SCE&G customer serivice at its best. I wrote in about the lazy meter readers, I contacted the customer service department that day to complain. I was told, it was "noted' in the computer and that a supervisor woud contact me to discuss the problem. Well, three weeks later and no call, so I sent an email, no response. They don't have to answer because we have no choice in who we use for electric power. Its not over yet, I am still seriously considering spike strips at the end of the drive, when they get four flat tires, maybe then they will walk.I plan on calling customer service again to let them know, that no one thinks its important enough to answer.

Editor's note: Be careful, you could end up paying for tire repairs.
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RE:CountylineVFD I'll answer your question. I just recently moved to Edgefield county from Aiken county. I am going to offer my experience and talents to Countyline VFD. Being a memeber of a Vol service myself for so long, I've seen people like the person your defending come and go. It is easy to form "opinions" from the outside looking in.This person has never offered anything helpful or constructive in these post since I started reading back in JUNE OF 07.Just because you have a outlet to express these "opinions" does not make it right. CVFD may not be perfect, but those men/women are doing something alot of people can not do or will not do. As for you and I we will agree to disagree.I just want to offer him/her this challenge, join up and help make it better, or move on to something else and keep their destructive critisism to themselves.
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Is that true about only 15 seniors being able to graduate at FCHS?  I am a senior at FCHS. My grades are up and I havent missed 10 days in any of my classes, but I mean not that I would know because I dont really like anyone there, but there can not be that many people failing.  Do you know if this is true or not?  And if so do you know the reason or reasons?

Editor's note: I have no idea what the truth is when it comes to Fox Creek. They have never released any information from the school to EdgefieldDaily.com in over three years.
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I thought that Bill Jackson lived above the antique store on town square?  Isn't that district 2?

Editor's note: As I understand he was on the line and found to be in District 1.
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I had to go to Augusta today and passed DOT mowing the grass on Sweetwater Rd. I have no prob with that, but I do have a prob w/ 1 guy sitting in a truck with the motor running (gas is real high now) asleep with a sign in the back that said mowing ahead. There were other signs on the road that said that already. When I came back to Edgefield the same guuy had moved down the road and still look asleep.

Editor's note: That is your government at work.
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I love the pictures you put up about the animals you see, turkeys, deer, ducks, ect. from time to time. Are you an animal lover?

Editor's note: Yes. But I also love the way some of them taste.
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I have been looking over the county budget you have posted and had a question.  On recreation expense and then under Edgefield Cty Park, it shows a salary of $26,000.  Then under County Recreation it shows a salary of $36,115.  Now I'm assuming the $36,115 is for the recreation director, but what or who is the $26,000 for?

Editor's note: The question of the salary at the Edgefield Cty Park (Bettis Park) is a question I have never received an answer to. I have a pretty good idea.
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I loved your column on the "shake up" on the county council. I wish every one of the idiots would get voted out. It's time for some big changes and I would vote for anyone but one of them.
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I understand both sides of the story when it comes to Horn's Creek Church. The recent articles have greatly increased the traffic to the Church. I know this because I live on Old Stage Rd.  There are only 7 houses on the dirt road section of Old Stage Rd. and we all know who drives what vehicles. When I see three and four cars at a time speeding down the road on a Friday or Saturday night I know exactly where they are going. I am ashamed at the condition of this Church. I have lived here for six years and have not seen one thing done to better the conditions. Every now and then someone will clear the cemetery. Lately someone has burned back all the brush in the cemetery, and the area looks better than it has for a long time, but it is still a shame to see a place of worship in such a pitiful condition. In the past years I have found broken tombstones thrown out in the road. I have seen a nice motor home get destroyed. I have seen garbage dumped there. I have seen the evidence where someone tried to start a fire in the Church. I have run off kids in the middle of the night.  My biggest fear is that the building will be burned down. Anyone who is willing to topple head stones surely has no problem with setting the structure ablaze. It is my understanding that the Edgefield Historical Society owns the property. I beg them to somehow better secure the site. At least put a couple of lights down there so that vandals don't have the security of darkness. I would gladly participate in helping to restore the facility, but first it must be properly secured.
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We live in Merriwether but we have to vote in the Westside district. What I want to know is why would somebody from Edgefield  represent us? What's up with the little finger that lets Mr. Kitchens claim us?  I sent you a comment before that the way the disctrict is drawn it looks like it is shooting us the bird and you never posted it. I hope you post this.

Editor's note: Your last comment was not sent as a Wandering Minds post so I considered it a personal email.
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I read your site every night.As for of the farmer That his stuff got stolen.Who was all the beds for.How much does he pay the people that live there.And where are they from U.S. or Mexico.Are they legal.I say probaly not.

Editor's note: Thank you for reading. The labor camp was empty at the time of the theft.
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Ashcraft is just looking for another hobby to half way do.Anybody who knows him,knows this.
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The "Rail Trail" is a nice walking spot.   However, all of the benches are in the sunshine.   It would be helpful to seniors and ones with walking problems if there were some benches under the shade trees along the way.
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While I was waiting in the office at FCHS to pick up my friends child I overheard the principal of FCHS talking to a teacher that out of the 47 seniors at FCHS only 15 are able to graduate..
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Why am I not surprised that "The Big Man" of Edgefield would think the best solution to someone not agreeing with his personal opinion is to fight a duel to the death. It's sad when bullies always get their way, by whatever means possible. So much for our First Amendment right to freedom of speech.
web posted March 29, 2008

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Thank you for the reminders of just how badly Edgefield County needs to replace every County Council Member.  We need to be reminded often, lest we forget – or, this too shall pass.

Once we get new council members, then, and only then, we can start the replacement of county employees who are not worthy to accept the county taxpayers’ monies each payday.

Another example, did not one of the council members say they would charge the taxpayers’ of Edgefield County for food when on the Hilton Head trip, even though food was provided” duh…..

Maybe we need to start listing an example every day until election time.

Editor's note: I intend to recount the actions of the County Council in early June.
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RE: Countyline. I guess I need to type a little slower for you? I said I know the person you were asking about in your original post. So again get your facts straight. You didn't answer my question; do you live in Edgefield County? When did Edgefield County get a Vol. Rescue Squad? As of yesterday morning they don't have one. So again whose community are you serving? Its funny how no one wanted to respond to the post on web posted February 26, 2008? Again I will ask you to read my post real careful, I know the person you were asking about. I feel like this person has every right to keep up with his/her tax money. This person has the right to point out anything that is wrong. This person has every right to post on EDGEFIELDDAILY.COM. Just like in his/her original post, "Number three, YOU and your COUNTYLINE BOYS run down to LOWES, buy some lumber, nails and a hammer, build a bridge and get over it."
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I saw some SCDOT guys working on Briggs Rd. They told me they are going to pave it. I guess it's nice to be a (county) councilman like Mr. Hudson and can get your own road paved while we needed ours paved for years. We live on Thurmond Rd.

Editor's note: Briggs Road is a state road not a county road. Former Sen. Tommy Moore pushed for that paving along with Woodlawn Road. Though I live on Woodlawn Road I would prefer they pave another road. Once Woodlawn is paved it will be an even bigger raceway for motorcycles than it is already. County Councilman Joel Hudson has nothing to do with what state roads get paved.
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Editor's post: Here is a picture of a half albino deer spotted in my daily travels.
web posted March 28, 2008

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I was in a local restaurant this week and overheard some people discussing the two books written about Sue Stidham Logue and Strom Thurmond. They were highly defensive of Strom and in denial about what happened on their ride to the death house. I know, personally, that he overstepped his bounds when dealing with women. Quite a few years back, he was present at the dedication of the Johnston Elementary School Gym. He was meeting the public and when he got to me and my husband he politely shook my husbands hand, chatted a second, and then turned to me. He reached out, pulled me to him, wrapped me in a big bear hug, squeezed me, too firmly, up against his body, and proceded to let his hands drop until he had a handfull of my bottom. I know the trend in Edgefield county is to laugh this kind of thing off when associated with Strom Thurmond, but it showed me that all the stories I've heard about his womanizing was based on truth. You people keep living in your little fantasy world about him, if you like, but there are some of us out here who don't think his actions were so cute.
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How can Kitchens say that council only has control of 40% of the county's budget?  Doesn't every county office submit a budget to council for approval?  Isn't that why the Sheriff cannot get the deputys he needs to cover our county?  Because even when it comes to elected officials, council holds the purse strings.  Elected officials are elected by the people of the entire county, not just a portion as are councilmen.  The people of each district must take responsibility for the person they elect to represent them, as each councilman affects the county as a whole.  Council as it stands now is a lost cause.  They cannot see past their own stupidity.  They have snorted too much Adams and Big "B" and they cannot get past the addiction.  It is time to give this county a council that can think independently yet work diligently for the people of this county and not the chosen few.  We the people can bring this to fruition by voting for new faces, fresh minds and free thinkers.
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The daughter of one of our friends came home from school at Strom Thurmond today, saying the talk about Horns Creek Baptist Church was raging all over the school today. Some students she knows have went out there to see if what they were hearing was true. To show her, we took her there and none of us could believe the vandalism we saw. How can a person sleep at night after desacrating the graves like they have? This place should be restored, not destroyed! What kind of teenagers do these things? What kind of parents raised them? This is a church! Gods house! It scares me to know we have young folks out there who think this is funny. This destruction is sick! Hopefully they will be caught before they are able to destroy any more than they already have. They should be punished, fined, and made to clean up the mess they made and clean up the entire church grounds, if they are ever caught, no matter who their parents turn out to be. May God's will be done.
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I have to wonder how many Hispanics working on the square fiasco are legal residents or have other legal status.

Editor'ds note: As I am told, all of them.
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Everett Kitchens says that he has a personal interest in an adult recreation program.  Exactly what is that?  When the senior citizens council wanted extra money to put an Alzheimers Day Care in their new facility he was against it.  At the council meeting when they were asking for the money he said he didn't think we (the county) needed it.  It would seem that he wants to provide "recreation", but not care for those who so desperately need it.  That's just sorry.
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RE:Countyline. I was letting you know what I do for my community. You didnt't answer my question.What do you do? By the way I think you have confused egotism with confidence.
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Editor's post: A very viable candidate has dropped out of the list of those considering filing for a seat on the county council today. Two were actively seeking to run in the same disctrict and decided to join forces to oust an incumbent. That announcement will be official, I am told, today. Check back on Friday for details. A fourth challenger has not filed or confirmed their candidacy as of yet in another race. Talks of a candidate to challenge another county council seat are ongoing and nothing concrete has been forthcoming. A candidate considering a run in the same district also dropped out of consideration on Wednesday. A full report of who is in and who is not will be published on Monday. County Council Chairman Monroe Kneece filed to run for re-election on Wednesday.
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I still think you are a jerk.

Editor's note: I still think you are a reader. So I guess we are even.
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How come nobody is talking about the school board elections? That's where most of the money goes! Can you give us an update on who has filed to run there?

Editor's note: The School Board does not file until August. I will focus on those races when filing begins.
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Read the articles by Ashcraft and Kitchens in the Advertiser.  Sounds like Kitchens is throwing the counties problems on the backs of the elected officials.  Isn't he elected?  Doesn't county council also employ personnel?  Sounds to me like he just shot himself in the foot!  His traveling time for Boral Brick must have primed him for the county financed Hilton Head trips.  Wonder what those cost the county?
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I read where people are bad mouthing Greg Anderson for running against Shane Massey. I voted for Mr. Massey and will probably vote for him again but I think it is wrong to disparage Mr. Anderson for offering to serve our area. I don't dislike Mr. Anderson. Like I said I probably won't vote for him but he is a respectable man and I think it is bad to try to make him out to be a bad man for running. People can be cruel when it comes to politics and I wish that part of it would be ignored.
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I looked at the pictures of the so called ghost "in the mirror" at Horns Creek. I did n't see anthing like a face in the pictures. I don't believe in ghosts and think its all a big joke.

Editor's note: In addition to the photo submitted, I did add hues and contrast to the photo to see if the image could be made more visable. To see one of those imagines click this link. The actual photo has not been altered other than enhancing what is already present in the picture. I remind readers, judge for yourself what is in the photo.
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The ad I put on your classified section for 6 week old female yorkie puppy, she is SOLD. I wanted to note that somehow. I had many calls from the section. Keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Editor's note: Thank you for your comment and for using our free Classifieds, Your ad sold quickly proving how well ads on EdgefieldDaily.com work. Several other ads were marked as sold today as well. Our classifieds get real results.
web posted March 27, 2008

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Below are a few of several comments on the same subject:

I heard that a lot of the big wigs at the turkey federation got canned today. You gotta love it. It all comes down to follow the money.

What's going on at the NWTF? I heard a bunch quit.

Did you hear they fired a bunch of people at the Wild Turkey today?

I was told Rob Keck quit today. I thought it was a rumor but heard it all day from a lot of people. What's up?

Editor's note: Keck resigns from Turkey Federation after 30 years of service
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I read the article about (County Councilman) Everett Kitchens today. From what he said I guess he wants to blame everybody else for what they do wrong. I was insulted that he thought people would buy the lie that they haven’t raised taxes. You don’t have to raise a millage rate if you double or triple peoples assessments like they did. When they raise the assessments the millage rate is SUPPOSED to GO DOWN! You don’t have to raise the millage rate if you make everybody’s property worth more than it is worth. DUH!!!!!!! The (darn) taxes still go UP !!!!!!!!

Ashcraft has my vote. I’m tired of the little weasel and his lies.
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Councilman Kitchens seems to be all about cutting county employees and/or benefits for county employees.  I have to wonder if this was an issue with him when his wife was collecting paychecks from (removed) the county at one time.
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Re: County Line
So you make the rules on who is obsessed? Are you a self proclaim Physiologist? If this person wants to point out problems with his/her local Volunteer Fire Department that uses his/her tax money, what is wrong with that? There has to be some truth to what is being said. Because this person is getting under somebody's skin. As I stated in my last post, I do know this person real well. This person has giving of his/her self for over 20 years and never ask for anything in return. Unlike you this person doesn't have to post "As for me I have over ten years of community service with a local vol rescue squad and also serve as a reserve EMT with a local EMS service." Because we all know people that brag about themselves are big headed, egotistical and want the spot light on themselves. Did you join the vol rescue squad for spite too? So do everyone a big favor and get your facts straight before you start making a popes azz out of yourself again. Not a member? LOL!
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A friend told me that (name removed) was running for county council. Do you know if it is true? PLEASe say yes!

Editor's note: No, the person you inquire about has stated no intentions or even a consideration of running.
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Editor's post: I spent my day Tuesday with Lindsay Wilkes-Edrington from the Missouri University School of Journaism, who is going to graduate in seven weeks. She is focusing on small town media outlets that are successful in an ever growing diminishing market. I am sure I bored her out of her mind. I read many of her published stories over the years in research prior to our meeting. She was very articulate and will no doubt make a huge impact in whatever market she enters. I was humbled to be chosen as a media outlet to be spotlighted. Remeber her name, I am sure you will be seeing great things from this young lady in the near future.

I have received countless pictures of possible "ghosts" in photos taken at the Horn Creek Baptist Church. In all but one I have found the photos to be manipulated. Do not waste my time with faked pictures.
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I just watched a commercial, on Channel 6, singing the praises of thier new, WJBF.com/classifieds section, online. They were boasting about not having to check the print media for classified ads. As usual, readers of Edgefielddaily.com. already have this service provided locally, by the editor. Looks like he's started a trend! It's amazing how a good idea snowballs. I wander if any of the TV websites will ever have a public opinion section, like your Wandering Minds?

Editor's note: Most media outlets have feed back or comments that are posted on stories. None offer a condensed forum like the Wandering Minds. As far as Classifieds, EdgefieldDaily.com offers this service free of charge for private sales. I am unaware of the WJBF's Classifieds and whether the service is free or not. WJBF News 6 is a News Partner of EdgefieldDaily.com.
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I seldom take issue with you, but I must say that your original article about Horn's Creek church was irresponsible. There is enough attention to the site, without posting the photos of an alleged "ghost" on your website. You should have thought about the interest such a photograph would draw to the historic church. Now you continue to give press to the vandals who are getting a kick out of seeing their handiwork published. Please stop posting articles about Horns Creek. As my father always said, "#$@! don't stink until you stir it up."

Editor's note: In three years I have published three reports on what is taking place at the historic church. I hardly see where that is drawing attention to the miscreants that cause the damage versus those seeking to restore the location. Should I not report on the happenings and allow it to continue unabated or should I draw attention to what is taking place and encourage law enforcement to pay greater attention to the problem?

I could report on Crybaby Bridge and Hell's Gate, also located in the vicinity, if the purpose was to draw unwanted attention to the area. The reports have increased patrols of the area. Is that a bad thing or a good thing? I guess I could pretend that it is not happening. I understand your concern, but to rectify the situation requires attention to the matter being made public.
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With the election coming up on April 1, 2008  (interesting date) and NO one running against the people already setting on council, one would think that everything is OK.  Funny, doesn't anyone in Edgefield or Johnston care?
 
But on the other hand, look at the County Council and the School board, maybe it takes the towns getting into trouble before anyone really cares what is going on.
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This areas new State Senator, Shane Massey, held a town hall meeting, in Johnston, Monday Night.  I was surprised to see how FEW folks are concerned enough about their community to come meet, greet him, and ask questions of him.
 
NOT SURPRISING was the total lack of town leaders(?) in attendance.  Not one town councilman attended nor did the Mayor.  Now there is true concern and leadership for you.  I suppose that if it does not involve cable football programming or painting trash cans it is of no importance.
 
I found Mr Massy's talk very informative and showed knowledge of the office he holds.  He explained why he voted for or against many issues.  I, for one, do appreciate him taking his time for us.  He won my vote in the upcoming election once again.
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I happened to find Horn Creek Church on a bike ride I did one day from Merriweather to downtown Edgefield.  I try to stop by that church if I ride that direction.  But, I haven't visited it in years. 
   It is sad to hear it is being vandalized.  That church is cool and entering it should be done with respect for it's history.  The sign nearby marking the Revolutionary War is another great reason to ride a bike past this site.  And another reason to treat the entire area with respect and awe for it's role in our being free today. 
The Horn Creek Church is a place I want to one day take my young children to visit.  I hope it is still there when that time comes.
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To the poster who said the world would be a safer and better place if people would mind their own business:
IF everybody WOULD mind their business.  However, it's those who leave messes for others to clean up, bills
that others have to pay, through charity, handouts, etc., social problems that the teachers and schools have to deal with because they are not dealt with in the homes - I could go on, but you get the point.  Your business is being minded because you are not minding it, and it makes problems for society.
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I have been reading all about the scurious and out-of-control politicians that seem to afflict the good people of our county.  As a relative newcomer of three years, I am deeply disturbed and somewhat worried about it all.   All of this reminds me of a quote by Plato, the Greek philosopher...."The punishment of wise men who refuse to take part in the affairs of government is to live under the government of unwise men."
 
The advantage of living in a small county is that most people know each other very well.  Were these fellows bad before they were elected, or did the arrogance of power so corrupt
them afterwords....either way, it is time to step forward and call them out.  Like practically all bullies, they will run and hide...
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To the person who responded to my post about countyline VFD: If that persons hobby is to keep tabs on the department then I would say that is an obsession. Also this person does nothing but berate the department. Obviously they were either kicked off or can not join. As for me I have over ten years of community service with a local vol rescue squad and also serve as a reserve EMT with a local EMS service. I serve my community. What do you do?
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Great job DNR Wildlife Officers!!!

It's good to see our tax paying money is used in such an undermining way (the ancient taxidermy bear) while trespassers and pochers continue to tromp our property. Thanks!

P.S.
Not stereotyping ALL the DNR officers, there are really good ones. BUT we reported someone baiting on the back of our family's property-somehow the guy knew "of the area". We mentioned we recently installed wildlife cameras on the trail, and it might be a coinsidence, but we never had a problem after that...Makes you wonder!
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i think the world would be a safe and better place if people would mind their on business and stop being in other people business. what they do with their life and money is their business.
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I just wonder what the editor will do when someone wants to raise cain aboiut his wife. I bet that wont get posted.

Editor's note: Guess again, I do not show any bias in comments posted. In fact, those attacking me personally always get posted at the top of the page. I will not refrain from posting anything about any elected official. She will be no different if elected.
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In response to "Electric Company METER READERS" post on March 13th...

We had a similar problem with non-walking meter readers as well. But taking your dog off the leash won't help-I told the same meter reader time and time again that our little beagle-fiest cross will not bite, just bark to let us know someone is in her yard. Needless to say, the day I wasn't home when my meter was read, our family dog was ran over in our long private drive in the front yard and left there. After back tracking to see who's been in our driveway, the electric company informed us that the driver admitted to "bumping" the dog. We didn't know we were able to press charges. We later found out the guy was fired. We have yet been able to replace that dog...it's been 10 years...she was the best!
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Do all the gentlemen working on the town square have green cards or are they naturalized US Citizens?
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I have visited the Horn Creek Church numerous times, taking some of my relatives to visit this historic site. It is one of the most beautiful cemeteries I have visited; and find so much history and peace wandering through this beautiful site. I was shocked to see the beautiful grave markers destroyed.  I am also appalled as to the devastation that has been done to the beautiful santuary.  I would hope that the citizens of the county would come together to clean up this site and restore the church to somewhat a presentable state; it would take more labor than money to at least clean it up.  I am willing and wondering if anyone would join me on Saturday, March 29th to have a clean up day.  Perhaps a grant could be acquired later to place a wooden fence across the front so only walk-ins could be allowed to enter the premises to enjoy the beauty of the grounds.  Hoping to hear from someone; especially ancestors of the decendants buried there.  I'll be there with my rake and hand clippers if you'll join me. Thanks for reading this. Hey, it would be nice if the people who continue to vandalize the grounds would come to.  It is not a ghost area, it is a place of sanctuary. If there are ghosts, it is their place, not anyone's to destroy.
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RE: Does anyone know who this person is that is so obsessed with Countyline VFD. They either need a hobby or therapy for all that pent up anger. I'm not a memeber of the dept. but I want to join just to spite this person.

Yes I know this person real well and I wouldn't say this person is obsessed with County Line. I would say this person is standing up for what they feel is right. Thanks to EDGEFIELDDAILY.COM this person can voice his/her opinions. This person has several hobbies and one of them is keeping tabs on County Line. As for you joining Countyline VFD, go right ahead and join. We all know you'll fit in real good with the rest of them at Countyline. How do I know? Because you said "but I want to join just to spite this person." not to help someone or to give back to your community. Just for spite? You're a class act just like the Countyline Boys!
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Editor's post: I hope everyone had a great weekend. I am uploading the last of the 49 pages that were either added or updated tongiht. Additions were made to the Business Directory, Country Cooking, Classifieds, the County Budget, in addition to stories, columns, and sports. Not everything new each day on EdgefieldDaily.com is listed as a headline.

Look for some very special breaking news this week.
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While watching a local news program tonite, the news anchor commented on the "kidzes"involved in a easter egg hunt. I thought we had children not kidzez, and we wonder whats wrong with our education system?
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I watched the other day as the newcasters featured the two State troopers car cameras when they were using their cars to hit the fleeing suspects.  They interviewd a State lawmaker with all the righteous indigfnation he could muster, that one of them "Bragged about it"  A few weeks back,  I watched when some withe kid thought he'd try to out run the police.  This ended wiht his crashing the car and killing his young female passenger.  they even brought her grieving sister  on so she could blame the police.  Well,I believe that placing the police in the position to protect us from the consequences of our bad decisons puts them in a role that is impossible to fill.
I also think, and I wish my legislator did too, that running from the police is a 'Jackass'thing to do.
when some idiot makes the call to try to outrun the police how can we put the blame on the police?  Asking them to just let fleeing suspects run is frustrating out justice system.  And, I've been around enough criminal to know that if the young suspect had gotten away he too, would have "bragged about it" with his cronies on the street.  I'd like to see South Carolina develop a reputation that intimidates criminal activity.  The State would only stand to benefit if Crooks were to go practice their Illicit behavior somewhere else.
It may not be popular, but my sympathies lie with the Police here.
I'm oldschool enough and I wish my legilator friend was too.
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Further to my recent post concerning Barrack Obama using only his black heritage to promote his campaign, he has now made several serious blunders in the past few days. The latest "Freudian" slip came when he said his grandmother is a quote "typical white person" who is afraid of black men. If you now step back and and look at what he has said and done recently, we may find a deep rooted racist running for the Democratic Presidential nomination. He first said his grandmother would on occasion use racist slurs when he was growing up. Then, after realizing he has embaressed his family on national television, he trys to explain that his grandmother is not racist, but a "typical white person".  He is now attempting to rationalize the last statement without much success. The egg on his face is thick.
 
After now learning that his father is/was muslim, he claims to be Christian but attends/attended a church with a preacher who preached hate against the white man, has thrown his white family under the bus to promote his campaign, it looks like his campaign is about to swoon. Many of his supporters have been young white people. They have now found out they are only "typical white people" in his eyes.  He is slowly but surely handing this nomination to Hillary on a silver platter. God help us all.
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Re: Genia Blackwell: Finally a candidate we can believe in!
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Are most of the people who live in Norman Dorn's district as stupid acting as he? Do they like to have a man representing them who (was) impersonating as a teacher? Do they admire a man who ignores 'No Burning' rules? If the answer to these questions is 'yes', then I suggest his district is annexed as "Mentally Disturbed", and a 11 foot tall electric fence put around the district with armed guards to ensure these deranged Norman Dorn voters do not mix with the rest of the world. This man and the people who support him must be nuts, or maybe Norman Dorn likes nuts?

Editor's note: I can assure you the people of his district are actively seeking a candidate.
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My boys are home!! Thank-you so much for helping us find them!

Editor's note: EdgefieldDaily.com is always happy to help find lost pets.
web posted March 24, 2008

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I get a real kick out of the little faces you use after your comments sometimes. How can I use them?

Editor's note: I may place them online so readers can drag and drop them into their comments.
web posted March 22, 2008

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I herd (name removed) was going to run for the county council.

Editor's note: I know the individual and I can tell you they are not running, although there is another candidate seriously considering a challenge in that race. Only time will tell.
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An article about ghosts at Horn's Creek was just sent to me by one of our investigators Dad's. We just did an investigation at Horn's Creek Baptist Church on March 17th, 2 days before this article. We caught a girls voice on both our video sound, our microcassette and digital recorder, all at the time it happened.(3 different devices all catching the same thing) We have not reviewed all the evidence yet, but you can hear the EVP's and see the photos at our site...I will send you directly to that page. http://granitevilleparanormal.tripod.com/id27.html  This is the Horn's Creek page. There are many photos, but give it time to load because there are 4 recordings on that page. On page 2 is the photo. We do have the originals as well. We are waiting on 2 investigators, one with camcorder with nightshot, and the other has more photos.

Editor's note: Four vehicles were reported out at Horn Creek Baptist Church just before midnight Friday. I would advise anyone choosing to go to the church to respect the historic location and not to alter, remove, or tamper with anything at the location. The area is patrolled and if you cause any of the above you can be charged and arrested. It was also reported that other vehicles were reported near the area after midnight. There also seemed to be an animal killed in or around the church and blood was found at the location.

Those responsible for nefarious activity will be prosecuted if identified.
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I saw where DR. Smurph of Foxcreek was elected to some SC athletic position.  Makes you wonder what that school is really all about.  I would like our kids to be taught by all CERTIFIED teachers and it would have been a much better announcement to hear that they had purchased chemistry lab equipment for the trailer on the hill.  Poor teachers and no equipment for chemistry is more important that all that sports stuff they focus on.  Get rid of the horn blowing folks and get some real educators in that place.
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Does anyone know who this person is that is so obsessed with Countyline VFD. They either need a hobby or therapy for all that pent up anger. I'm not a memeber of the dept. but I want to join just to spite this person.
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Congratulations to David Mathis, new Superintendent of Saluda County School District.  It is about time that a school board had good sense.  They have hired a wonderful person who will do right for his employees and even better the students.  I bet it want take too long for the BOE of Edgefield County Schools to wish they had hired him!!!  Changes will be made in Saluda!!!!  Edgefield County - you had your chance!!!!   WAY TO GO DAVID!!!
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This is in response to the poster regarding Moron Dorn burning during a Red Flag.  He can do what he wants to do. In  eighth grade science class, he (did a lot of things) with a heavy ruler, and he always said; "You go tell your Daddy, I'll get away with it, and you'll flunk". Same goes with the county council.
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I was reading the article on the new greens we're getting in the town square and have some questions.  What did they do with all the old plants and flowers that were still good?  I hope they put them somewhere where they will be appreciated and not at the land fill.  The other question I have is aren't there better things in which they could be using our tax $ for?  Like, maybe some more deputies and some more patrol cars that actually have radar in them and how about some more animal control officers.  I am just so greatful that our money is being used so well to help our WHOLE COMMUNITY OUT AS A WHOLE.
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Hey Norman Dorn!  I know you're reading this because most of the posts on here have been about you lately!  I just want to let you know that when the State Forestry Commission issues a Red Flag Alert, this means that you SHOULD NOT BURN!  I have noticed that the past couple of times that a red flag alert was issued, you were burning in your yard the very next day.  You are nuts!

Editor's note: Norman Dorn can read? 
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I read your post (Thursday). Having a bad day my friend?

Editor's note: I had a very bad day. I did not get to bed until almost 4 am and as a result of being so tired I also created bad links to the county budget. I apologize for the error and thank the many people who called, emailed, and sent messages of the mistakes.
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Before you print the name of that DNR Officer who wrote the ticket for the guy selling the bear mount, please do a little more investigating and find out exactly WHO MADE him write the guy the ticket!
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1. I notice  that the Town Of Edgefield is moving ahead with the Town Square project.  Did I understand  that they had applied for a grant, but had not received  the grant yet.  If so all the work that has been done WILL NOT BE FUNDED. That means NO MONEY. Now what happen to the water foundation, that was purchased two years ago, Did it end up in someone's backyard?
 
2. Maybe the county needs to get a professional to run the county. A lot of errors.  
 
3.Did anyone look at the proposed budget real close?  You think last year had some unanswered questions.
 
4.  How much will it cost the county to run Johnston's Recreation program????

Editor's note: 1) The money for the landscaping is being used from budgeted money for an administrator and would be reimbursed if the grant comes through. 2) Amen. 3) Amen again. 4) If the county runs it the cost would go up ten-fold.
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Surely Mrs. Blackwell is an excellent choice for County Council, but how will the Editor be able to maintain fair and balanced reporting of Council Proceedings when she wins?  I guess that the news of the meetings just won't be as lively and interesting as in the past. Life has its trade-off's.

Editor's note: I have a feeling there are going to be big changes on the County Council this year. Maybe there will be no "lively" meetings to cover and I can just reporting on the progress that will be made. This is looking like a historic election year. I cannot say more right now. But trust me, stay tuned, you will always get the news first on EdgefieldDaily.com.
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I don't kow about anyone else but i've seen things out at horns creek that scared the (mess) out of me.
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There is only one thing that disappoints me about your wife running for the County Council Seat!  You don't live in Norman Dorn's district!!  Y'all need to move!
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I would like to know what DSS place does the worker work at. I know people that have familes of three people that get more than that and are able to work, But why should  they? The goverment teaches people not to work, they can get welfare, cheat rent, food stamps and free rides , free medical treatment. If you are single and you have raised your kids you do not get Help. You do not even get a third of what you pay in in taxes back.But even people that get welfare checks can let other people claim their children and still get some of the tax money. Where is the justice in that? Alot of people are complaining about Mexicans taking the jobs, but the goverment is teaching people not to work. Somebody has to do the jobs.
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What is the  unofficial story with the charter school?

Editor's note: As I understand there are those seeking to start a school in the Edgefield-Johnston area.
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In reference to the poster of : "Hey douchebag, you ever hear of James Hagee! Or whatabout the conservative, meth snorting preacherthat was having sex with men, while he's got a wife and children at home."
 
Hey (you),  I did not write the post you refer to but I agree with him.  First, I don't trust any preachers because they are hippocrats as you so well point out, nor do I sit in church and listen to them, hell, anyone can become a preacher or Rev., Dr. etc.   I would not let my child be in the care of Priests or Preachers.   BUT, they are not in the church preaching hate and racism and anti-American.  If they were, the NAACP would be all over them. 
 
As far as what you say about "The one good thing about America is that you can say and think what you want within certain limits of the law. That's why they call it FREEDOM."  Are you kidding me?! If that were the case why can't a white man say the "n" word, we cannot even spell it out! It's Just a Word!  Blacks can say it as every other word but if you're white and heaven forbid be a celebrity (or someone that Al and Jessie thinks might have money or something they can get from you) you will be drug through all kinds of racial crap for your FREEDOM OF SPEECH! 
 
Racism is alive in America because of people like the REV Wright, REV Sharpton and REV Jackson.  And I am told it goes on in a lot of black "churchs", not just his.  I myself was floored by the videos of this disgusting REV. and to see how his congregation was all with him on it.  Do they really believe this is good and godly?
 
Also, for those that agree with the "REV" Wright, if you don't like the good USA or think it is USKKKA, then by all means please LEAVE, Delta is ready when you are!

Editor's note: Sen. Obama and his wife have attended the church for 20 years and have raised their children there. His last donation to the church was well over $20,000. I think I read it was $28,000 - but I have not confirmed it.

I was amused that he said though he went there for 20 years, he did not agree with the sermons. I have left a church over a single sentence spoken by the preacher and never went back.
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I was checking out the Citizen News' website in hopes of getting a subscription and discovered that apparently you can only purchase a subscription if you live in the County (or at least that is the only option on the website). Then I tried to find a phone number on the website and was unable to locate it. Not that I am totally useless, I do know how to look up a phone number on the internet but GEEZE do I really want to read a newspaper that can't even put their phone number on their website. Not to say that I might not have missed it, but I did enough looking that if it was located correctly I should have found it.
 
Yes I could just read the news on the website or rather edgefielddaily.com since Citizen News' website doesn't actually have any news on it to amount to anything, but I would prefer to read it in print.
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I am very excited to hear that Genia Adams Blackwell is running for county coucil.  Our families have been friends for years. I was taught Sunday school by one sister, and 5th grade by another.  You will not find a nicer, more honest, and moral family.  Genia has the credentials to represent Edgefield County, and will do so with integrity. Having lived in this county all of my life, it is important to me to have someone born and reared in the county serve us  and reflect the values we share.  She will be a progressive leader while preserving our rural heritage and country lifestyle. Genia will represent Merriwether well and be an asset to the county as a whole.  Please give her your support!
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I am glad to see your wife running for a council seat. I just hope other people in our community will stand up for our county and run for the other council seats. It is time for a change and time to get council people like Dorn out of office.  Everyone in the county should support change and do their part in getting this county out of dark ages.
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The picture in the mirror taken at the Church could be real. I believe in ghosts because my two sisters and I grew up in a haunted house. My Mother and all 12 of her bothers and sisters grew up there before us and there was never any questions in their minds about it.The ghost or ghosts were never scary and just became part of the family.I know it sounds strange but we talked to it sometimes and told it to be quiet in the middle of the night when it was doing things that kept us awake. No, it never talked back but many times it stopped whatever it was doing. I don't tell many people this because they think you are making it up, but I know it to be true. I might tell you later the story of taking my new husband home to my Mother's one weekend. Made a believer out of him.

Editor's note: I have checked the picture very closely and find no evidence that the image has been tampered with.
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The more I learn and attempt to understand Presidential candidate Barrack Obama, the more I wonder why he promotes himself to be African-American. He indeed had a black father, but his mother is white. According to his latest news conference to try and distance himself from the preacher spewing racial sermons, he himself said the most influencial people in his life were his mother and his white grandparents. Why then does he promote himself as African-American. He could easily be "just American", like many mixed race people do, as well as white people.
 
The answer to this question is simple. A young, relatively inexperienced politician of mixed race, but promoting that he was raised and "feels" mostly white, would not have a bats chance in hades to become a Presidential contender, much less President of the United States of America. Given his birth name and muslim influence, it would be considered a joke and waist of time and money to even attempt a presidential campaign. He has chosen this route for the sole purpose of ensuring his political career and it has been extremely successful.
 
Understand this is not an assasination of Barrack as a person. He is smart, intelligent, charismatic and a great speaker. He has the ability, not unlike JFK, to appeal to a large segment of the people with his orations (I think I have read about these type of people coming to power in the Bible), but he has yet to divulge his plan to "unite all people, end the war and stabilize and improve the economy". Just to be fair, neither has Hillary or McCain.
 
The point of this writing is so people understand that politcians in general will do and say most anything it takes to get elected. At that point they have reached their own personal goal. It is the people that must then suffer the consequences of their lack of experience, knowledge and honesty when we have a major crisis. And be assured, in this day and time, there will be plenty of those in the next 4 years.
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I was driving down Calhoun street on Wed morning and I had the green light. Just as I was going through the light a Johnston police officer came barreling through the cross street which just so happened his light was red. He had no siren or lights on so I assume he was just speeding and riding my (bumper) just because he thinks he can. Why do some police officers abuse their power and think they are above the law? He then proceeded to ride my (bumper) all the way down calhoun and floored it past me when we hit the 4 lane. Where were you going in such a hurry with no lights and siren on? Was there a sale at bi-lo on crispy creme doughnuts?

Editor's note: There are times that officers respond to calls in "silent run". I am not saying that was the case you observed, just that it is a possibilty.
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I once went to DSS for assistance with food stamps and medicaid becuse my exhusband was only paying child support whenever the mood struck him to do so. I  worked,but I always manged to have more month left than money. when I applied  I had to show a 3 month period of bank statements, pay stubs,my divorce decree, car title,( you can only have a certain monetary amount in assests, in YOUR name)   birth certificates, and social security cards for everyone in the household. while.I am sure some people do get away with lying and decietful practices in order to obtain assitance,  my point is that.NOT EVERYONE ON EBT and Medicaid. do so because they think it is a way of life.     It isn't that people on EBT or mediciad do not have a sense of responsibilty and pride, sometimes you must swallow your pride so you can put food on the table.I went from having it all, to having nothing,    Eventually the state found my exhusband and I was able to  recoup some of the unpaid child support and ao was able to get on my feet financially.However, when I recieved that first check I took my kids on a much needed shopping spree,we bought things we didnt need and things we did, so I guess that makes me a bad parent, but you know what, it was our money to spend how we wanted.Your desire for people needing to learn to be  responsible human beings with a little measure of pride;sounds great,When I was struggling with the decision to apply for assistance,I always thought that I was" to good for that sort of thing" my pastor once advised me a good and responsible person puts  family  before their pride, everytime .
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Hey County Line, take some of the little funds you get and fix the Brush-Truck and Tanker. You have to keep up the equipment and not let it fall apart.

Running the department is more than saying "I'm the Chief."

Investing in "CD's" while the equipment falls apart? Way to go!!!!
web posted March 20, 2008

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I have read several posts concerning the Shane Massey-Greg Anderson race. I have known both of them for years and they are both qualified for the job. However, why is Greg Anderson posing as a Democrat? He has always been a Republican. Why did he support Shane Massey and now feel the need to run against him? Was this being planned all along? I will continue to support Shane Massey. He did not seek the office for the "fame" or any personal gain. He truly wants to help others and has been totally accessible to his constituents.  A look at both his personal life and professional work will reveal integrity and high morals. We need this kind of leader in our state.
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It's a sad shame that (a) Wildlife Officer (removed) didn't have the decency to inform a certain store owner in Johnston that buys and sells trash and treasures that it was illegal to sell a stuffed black bear.  This was a forty year old bear with missing claws and teeth.  Obviously, it was not recently killed and stuffed!  This store owner is trying to make an honest living - not trading black market items.  It would have been fair to charge the owner the $250.00 had he been warned first that this was illegal instead of sending two undercover officers in to make the purchase just to set him up for the big bust.  Good job Officer (removed)!  We all feel safer now!!


Editor's note: The name of the officer was removed because I have no paperwork to prove the claim. If it is provided the name will be added.
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 am glad  your wife is running for the county council seat.  I have  known her  family for a very long time. My sisters and I grew up with her and her sisters.  We rode the bus to school together.  I will be voting for her and I hope she wins.
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The "mess" beside the Episcopal Church belongs to Bettis Rainsford…..so I've been told.
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To the person that defended the EBT card user.  I'm for anyone who really needs the help, but all to often you see such people using EBT cards and then they pull out a roll of cash to pay for alcohol and cigarettes and other things that aren't a necessity. Maybe if they weren't so selfish and greedy they would do without such things and make sure they're needs are met first. Yes, I do know what I'm talking about ! I have had members of my own family live this way. And as long as they get what they want, they don't care who they steal from. A lot of time such people(mother & father) people I know have decent paying jobs and get medicade/medicare and welfare, some because they say they  know someone that works in the system for DSS,  yet they "party" every weekend. It is a generational curse/ a way of life, because they think they are getting something for nothing! They need to learn to become responsible human beings with a little mea sure of pride.
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What is the story with Edgefield County applying for another Charter School? Just wondering?

Editor's note: Nothing, as far as I know, is formal.
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"I am confused, with a white mother why doesn't Osama portray himself as a white American instead of an african American?  Doesn't  his mother who gave birth count, or is he just trying to get the vote from those sympathetic to the so called black oppression?  I will enjoy hearing response  to this question."
 
What is the confusion?  People of mixed race (black/white mix) have for centuries been treated as black.  Does the original poster not realize this?  While I do not know the original poster I think I am safe in assuming he/she is white.  I wonder if his/her daughter dated a half black and half white guy if he/she would look at his daughter's date as white or black.  My guy says black.  And there is the answer.  Still confused?  Be honest.  Right or wrong, this is where we still are in America in 2008.
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RE: Post:Woa, i believe a bunch of white bleeding heart liberals, just found out what black america thinks of
them....

Hey douchebag, you ever hear of James Hagee! Or whatabout the conservative, meth snorting preacherthat was having sex with men, while he's got a wife and children at home. And, he was the leader of a large conservative Evangelical movement. Let's not forget Pat Robertson and his hate-filled speech about anything and everything. It seems as though the Republican party is full of hate-mongers and meth snorting preachers who like having homosexual fornication. The one good thing about America is that you can say and think what you want within certain limits of the law. That's why they call it FREEDOM. However, "for the pursuit of happiness", I think the meth snorting preacher took a little bit too far. Wouldn't you say?

As for the quoted amount of Food Stamp benefits by the DSS worker, benefits for 3 people in a household can
vary according to income, expenses, and other factors. However, the most a 3 person household could receive
would be in the $320 range per month. This amountwould be for a household that had no earned or unearned income.
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It made mine and my husbands' day when we saw Genia is running for a council seat! Being your wife is all the credentials she needs, as far as we're concerned. As honest as you are, there's no way she could have been married to you all these years without being as straight up as you are. It's about time Edgefield county had an honest, dedicated person on the council who's willing to work for the good of the county and not for personal gain. I bet she will upset a few apple carts when she's elected. I say when, instead of if because she will be a shoo-in if all honest people of this county get out and vote for someone who won't just go along with the rest of the councils' wants. I want to congratulate her now, just for running. You go girl!! We support you 100%!
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To the poster about Parker School serving on Styrofoam plates. The dishwasher is not broken. They do not have any hot water. Their hot water heater has been broken for over 3 weeks. These good ladies in the lunchroom have been boiling water to wash the utensils and other items they use daily. I know that this is a health issue for the children and also a safety issue for those ladies trying to handle these large pots of boiling water. Somebody needs to look into this matter
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Way to go County Line, you did it again. Here is a suggestion for your next Tuesday night war story meeting, do some "real" training. The last two calls for County Line sounded like MASS CONFUSION. Maybe training on who does what and who gets 971, 975 etc. But most of all the Officers need to take a class on "Controlled Burn" ?

Last thing maybe you should train on staying off the radio while Tornadoes are ripping through our county?
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