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Woodside

Woodside is a gated, master-planned community for active adults in Aiken, South Carolina. It covers 967 acres and includes a Colonial Revival house built in the late 1800s, 200 acres of lakes, over 17 miles of trails, and four championship golf courses. Other amenities include a fitness center, restaurants, tennis courts, and pools.

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Aiken Fish House and Oyster Bar

Aiken Fish House & Oyster Bar is a seafood restaurant located at 1376 Whiskey Rd., Aiken, SC 803-226-0260. It is considered the top seafood restaurant in Aiken. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, outdoor seating, and delivery.

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Hopelands Gardens

Hopelands Gardens is a 14-acre public garden in Aiken, South Carolina. It's located at 135 Dupree Place, just off Whiskey Road, and is open from 10 AM until sunset. The gardens feature a duck pond, brick paths, and a Doll House that's open when it's time. The gardens are also known for their Christmas lights display and free hot cider and hot chocolate.

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AIKEN NEWS

Rainy Weather Meets Exciting New Movie Releases in Our City Today

Rainy Weather Meets Exciting New Movie Releases in Our City Today

December 10, 2024

Rainy Days and Movie Magic: What’s Happening in Our City! Good morning, city dwellers! Grab your umbrellas because it looks like we’re in for a wet one today. The weather...

Sunny Days Ahead: Aiken Celebrates Community Spirit with Governor's Visit

Sunny Days Ahead: Aiken Celebrates Community Spirit with Governor’s Visit

December 10, 2024

Sunny Days Ahead: Aiken Embraces Community Spirit The charming city of Aiken has been buzzing with excitement recentl, especially after a special visit from the governor of Rotary District 7750,...

Rainy Days Won't Dampen Aiken's Festive Holiday Spirit

Rainy Days Won’t Dampen Aiken’s Festive Holiday Spirit

December 10, 2024

Rainy Days and Celebrations in Aiken Aiken, SC is shaping up to be a busy hub of activity as residents gear up for both a wet forecast and a season...

Augusta Fire Department Brings Holiday Joy to Local Children through Toy Donations

Augusta Fire Department Brings Holiday Joy to Local Children through Toy Donations

December 10, 2024

Augusta Fire Department Spreads Holiday Cheer with Toy Donations! As the holiday season swiftly approaches, Augusta, Georgia, is getting a heartwarming taste of community spirit that many residents are celebrating....

Last Chance to Spread Holiday Joy in Augusta's Angel Tree Program

Last Chance to Spread Holiday Joy in Augusta’s Angel Tree Program

December 10, 2024

Last Chance for Holiday Magic in Augusta! As December rolls on, Augusta is embracing the festive spirit, but there’s a pressing matter on everyone’s mind: kids in need! The Salvation...

Aiken Residents React to Shocking Airbnb Gun Incident

Aiken Residents React to Shocking Airbnb Gun Incident

December 10, 2024

Aiken in Shock After Airbnb Incident Aiken was rocked by an unexpected and alarming incident over the weekend that left many residents shaking their heads. A 26-year-old man found himself...

Trump's Aspirations: Navigating Future International Relations and Alliances

Trump’s Aspirations: Navigating Future International Relations and Alliances

December 10, 2024

Trump’s Future Plans: Keeping International Relations on Track In the bustling city of Augusta, the spotlight is on former President Donald Trump and what his next moves might be in...

Richmond and Columbia Counties Reveal Latest Restaurant Inspection Scores

Richmond and Columbia Counties Reveal Latest Restaurant Inspection Scores

December 10, 2024

Richmond and Columbia Counties: Restaurant Inspection Results Are In! Hey food lovers of Richmond and Columbia counties! If you’re curious about where you can chow down with peace of mind,...

Exciting Holiday Events Coming to Aiken!

Exciting Holiday Events Coming to Aiken!

December 10, 2024

Exciting Holiday Events Coming to Aiken! As December rolls in, the city of Aiken is gearing up for a joyful and festive holiday season! With a kaleidoscope of events on...

University of South Carolina Aiken News

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Aiken University Unveils Rich History of Christmas Carols in Engaging Lecture

December 10, 2024

Aiken Hosts Insightful Lecture on Christmas Carols Aiken, SC – On December 4, 2024, the University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) offered a captivating lecture titled *“Music and Merriment: Origins...

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Aiken Celebrates Community Contributions at Annual Winter Gala

December 10, 2024

Aiken Honors Community Leaders at Annual Winter Gala On December 5, 2024, the city of Aiken celebrated its community impact by honoring outstanding individuals and organizations at the University of...

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Gainesville Soccer Star Mae Dodd Commits to USC Aiken Soccer Program

December 10, 2024

Gainesville Soccer Star Signs with USC Aiken Gainesville, December 6, 2024 – In an exciting announcement for the local sports community, P.K. Yonge’s Mae Dodd has signed her National Letter...

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Cape Girardeau Volleyball Star Ella Hukel Signs with University of South Carolina Aiken

December 3, 2024

Cape Girardeau Volleyball Star Commits to College CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – In an exciting announcement for local sports fans, Cape Central Volleyball standout Ella Hukel has officially signed a scholarship...

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Cape Girardeau Senior Ella Hukel Signs Commitment to USC Aiken Volleyball Team

December 3, 2024

Cape Girardeau Senior Ella Hukel Signs with USC Aiken Volleyball Team Cape Girardeau – Senior Ella Hukel from Cape Central High School has officially signed to join the University of...

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Fayetteville State Broncos Pull Off Upset Against Top-Ranked USC Aiken Pacers in Dramatic 85-80 Victory

December 3, 2024

Fayetteville, NC: Broncos Stun Top-Ranked Pacers in Thrilling Showdown The Fayetteville State men’s basketball team achieved a remarkable 85-80 victory over the South Carolina Aiken Pacers on November 26, 2024....

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Langley Raises Over $5,000 at Annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

December 10, 2024

Langley Hosts Successful Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Langley, South Carolina — On December 7, local community members braved the chilly waters at Langley Pond Park during a spirited fundraising...

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Concerns Over School Safety Rise Among Students

December 10, 2024

Concerns Over School Safety Rise Among Students In Martinez, educational institutions are grappling with growing concerns over safety as a recent study reveals that students are increasingly feeling unsafe in...

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Richmond County School System Celebrates Record Growth in Academic Performance

December 10, 2024

Richmond County School System Achieves Notable Growth in Academic Performance Richmond County, Georgia—The Richmond County School System (RCSS) has reported significant improvements across all categories of the College and Career...

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Aiken Celebrates Holiday Cheer at Annual Christmas Parade

December 10, 2024

Aiken Welcomes Holiday Spirit with Annual Christmas Parade Aiken, South Carolina, celebrated the holiday season in style on December 8, 2024, as its annual Christmas parade attracted thousands of residents...

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Richmond County School System Now Accepting Applications for Magnet Schools for 2025-2026 Academic Year

December 3, 2024

Richmond County School System Opens Application for Magnet Schools Augusta, Ga. — Families in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) now have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious magnet...

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New Initiative at USC Targets School Counselor Shortage in South Carolina

December 3, 2024

COLUMBIA — New Program Aims to Address School Counselor Shortage A new initiative at the University of South Carolina (USC) is set to tackle the ongoing shortage of school counselors...

SOUTH CAROLINA NEWS

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Columbia Gamecocks Unveil 2025 Non-Conference Baseball Schedule as Exciting Season Approaches

December 10, 2024

Columbia Prepares for Exciting 2025 Baseball Season Columbia, SC – The University of South Carolina baseball team has unveiled its 2025 non-conference schedule, which includes anticipated matchups against in-state rivals...

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Midlands Tragedy: Stabbing Leads to Fire and Fatality in Newberry County

December 10, 2024

Midlands Tragedy: Stabbing Leads to Fire and Fatality Newberry County, South Carolina – A shocking incident unfolded on Sunday afternoon when a man was hospitalized with a stab wound while...

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Monkeys Escape from Research Center, Authorities Launch Recovery Efforts in South Carolina

December 9, 2024

Monkeys Escape in Yemassee, South Carolina Yemassee, South Carolina – A total of 43 monkeys escaped from an enclosure at the Alpha Genesis research center on Wednesday when a caretaker...

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Aynor, S.C. Braces for Heightened Wildfire Risks This Season

December 9, 2024

Aynor, S.C. Prepares for Unusually Active Wildfire Season As hurricane season draws to a close, South Carolina finds itself readying for what could be an intense wildfire season. The forecast...

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Tignall Community Mourning After Triple Homicide and Search for Suspect Begins

December 9, 2024

Tignall, Georgia: A Community in Shock After Triple Homicide TIGNALL, Ga. — Authorities are investigating a tragic incident that occurred early Thursday morning, leading to the deaths of three individuals...

Football gear and South Carolina Gamecocks logo on field.

Local Tight End Mike Tyler Commits to South Carolina Gamecocks on National Signing Day

December 9, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina Welcomes Local Tight End Mike Tyler Breaking News: Flipping Commitments on National Signing Day In a significant development for local football, tight end **Mike Tyler** has officially...

Community volunteers preparing wildfire safety kits outdoors.

Aynor, S.C. Faces Above-Normal Wildfire Season as Preparedness Efforts Intensify

December 8, 2024

Aynor, S.C. Prepares for Above-Normal Wildfire Season Aynor, S.C. is bracing for an uncertain wildfire season as forecasts suggest that the fire risk will be significantly elevated across South Carolina’s...

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Savannah Aircraft Ditches in Little Back River; Both Occupants Rescued Unharmed

December 8, 2024

Savannah Experiences Emergency Plane Ditching Savannah, Georgia – A small aircraft, a Piper Cherokee, made headlines on Saturday after it was involved in an emergency landing in the Little Back...

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Gamecocks Set Sights on Potential Bowl Game as Season Nears Conclusion

December 6, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina: Gamecocks Eye Bowl Game Opportunities As the 2023 college football season approaches its final stretch, the University of South Carolina Gamecocks are looking forward to a potential...

NATIONAL/US NEWS

Houston Judge Rejects The Onion's Bid to Purchase Controversial Website Infowars

Houston Judge Rejects The Onion’s Bid to Purchase Controversial Website Infowars

December 11, 2024

Houston Judge Disapproves Onion’s Purchase Bid for Infowars HOUSTON – A judge has ruled against the sale of Infowars, the controversial website established by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, to the...

Fast-Growing Franklin Fire Disrupts Malibu, Prompting Evacuations, Power Outages, and School Closures

Fast-Growing Franklin Fire Disrupts Malibu, Prompting Evacuations, Power Outages, and School Closures

December 11, 2024

Malibu Faces New Brush Fire Threat Malibu, California is currently battling a fast-growing brush fire known as the Franklin Fire. Firefighters are working hard to control the flames, which have...

Monarch Butterfly Populations in North America Face Escalating Threats, prompts Proposal for Protection Under the Endangered Species Act

Monarch Butterfly Populations in North America Face Escalating Threats, prompts Proposal for Protection Under the Endangered Species Act

December 11, 2024

Monarch Butterfly Faces Growing Threats in North America In a recent announcement from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, significant concerns have been raised regarding the population of the monarch...

Daniel Penny Acquitted in High-Profile Subway Death Case in Manhattan

Daniel Penny Acquitted in High-Profile Subway Death Case in Manhattan

December 10, 2024

Jury Acquits Daniel Penny in Subway Death Case in Manhattan Manhattan, NY – In a case that has captured public attention and divided opinions, a Manhattan jury found Daniel Penny...

Trump Announces Key Nominations for His 2024 Administration, Emphasizing Civil Rights and Government Efficiency

Trump Announces Key Nominations for His 2024 Administration, Emphasizing Civil Rights and Government Efficiency

December 10, 2024

Trump Nominates Key Officials for His New Administration Washington, D.C. – As the 2024 presidential transition begins, President-elect Donald Trump has announced several key nominations for his upcoming administration, signaling...

5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe Region; No Major Damage Reported

5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe Region; No Major Damage Reported

December 10, 2024

Earthquake Rattles Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe Region Residents of Northern Nevada and the Lake Tahoe basin experienced a sudden jolt on Monday afternoon when an earthquake struck the region....

Liz Cheney Criticizes Trump over Suggestion of Imprisoning January 6 Committee Members

Liz Cheney Criticizes Trump over Suggestion of Imprisoning January 6 Committee Members

December 9, 2024

Washington: Liz Cheney Responds to Trump’s Threat Over January 6 Investigation In Washington, former Representative Liz Cheney expressed strong criticism of President-elect Donald J. Trump after he suggested that members...

New York City in Pursuit of Justice for Murdered UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

New York City in Pursuit of Justice for Murdered UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

December 9, 2024

New York City Rallies Around Justice for Brian Thompson New York City is on high alert as the police continue their investigation into the tragic murder of Brian Thompson, the...

Trump Unveils Intentions for First Days as President: Immigration Policies, Pardoning January 6 Defendants and End to Birthright Citizenship Among Key Plans

Trump Unveils Intentions for First Days as President: Immigration Policies, Pardoning January 6 Defendants and End to Birthright Citizenship Among Key Plans

December 9, 2024

Trump Reveals Ambitious Plans for First Days in Office New York City – President-elect Donald Trump made headlines this past Sunday during a television interview where he outlined a bold...

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    🎄✨ 4 Days Until Christmas in Hopelands! ✨🎄

    Join us Dec. 14–23, 6–9:30 PM, for 100k+ lights, live entertainment, Santa visits 🎅, & festive treats 🍪🍫!

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    Christmas in Aiken is all about magical moments and memories that last a lifetime.

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    AP News Summary at 7:13 p.m. EST

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    Monarch butterflies to be listed as a threatened species in US

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