Quit drooling, that's my sister you're looking at.... Just kidding! It looks like the Catawba Bingo hall is a step closer to being a reality. While Santee could have a future as a tourist destination ( although my buddy sold his boat immediately after nearly getting killed on Lake Marion when his Bayliner bottomed out), the powers that be in Orangeburg are taking the area down the path of ..... how do I say it........SATAN.
I'm making light of this, but take a trip down 301 from I-95 to Orangeburg, and see what is happening to the area. There are about 6 strip clubs and adult book stores on the road, and now they want to add gambling? And to think, I thought having horse racing in SC was too much. Is this really the example we want to set for how to create jobs? I have a small suggestion: In true politician style, Brad Hutto, John Matthews and Robert(This Ain't Not 'Bout No Video Gambling) Ford should have it named after them, so our kids know who to blame. Some may tell you otherwise, but the gaming industry is still run by criminals. But who cares?
Now the other reason. How do they come up with 1800 jobs from this? That would be more people than are employed by the county! If there were 1/10th as many jobs created, I'd be surprised . And those jobs? Bathroom attendants, waiters and landscapers - half of whom probably won't speak English. Sets the bar a little low for our kids, don't you think...... Finish school, Junior, and eventually you can work at the Casino and sanitize the crapper!...
I know the area needs jobs, and the right steps are being taken there. The I-95/ I-26/301 area is attracting industry - real jobs that require skilled labor. Maybe it's me, but I have a gut feeling that, like the billboard issue, someone people are being paid to push this mess. To our esteemed senators: if your feet get warm in church this Sunday, you'll know why.
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Mike, you need to also point out that Orangeburg County is diversifying its tourism sector, with an effort being made to attract intergalactic tourists. The completion of a UFO welcome center in Bowman is a major step in that direction.
You've got to give them some credit for making bold initiatives.
Yep, from hooters to martians, Orangburg County is working hard on its future, with opportunities and niches for everyone!
How did I forget?!!! At least Gribfronk from Glaxor 7 will get to gamble and check out some boobies while he's here. Bah, Dah, Dah.........Duh -Dah! (Close Encounters).
well, ya know that I-26 porn truck stop and the UFO welcome center are on the same road. makes it awful convenient for them, doesn't it?
shazbot! nanu nanu.
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