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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 County Sheriff Raises Concerns Over Budget Shortfalls
News Summary Sheriff Marty Sawyer has voiced serious concerns about budget shortfalls affecting the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office for the upcoming fiscal year. During a recent budget work session, it...
Aiken High School Appoints New Football Coach
News Summary Aiken High School has appointed Steve Hibbitts as its new head football coach to revitalize a struggling program with a focus on community and leadership. Following a decade...
Power Outages in Aiken, SC Following Tropical Storm Helene
News Summary Aiken, South Carolina experienced significant power outages affecting over 100 customers due to the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene. The outages primarily hit Vaucluse Road, with restoration efforts...
Aiken County Sheriff’s Office Faces Significant Budget Shortfall
News Summary The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office raised concerns over a multi-million dollar budget shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year. Sheriff Marty Sawyer stated that the proposed budget does not...
Aiken Initiates Support for Formerly Incarcerated Homeless Individuals
News Summary Local organizations in Aiken, South Carolina, are collaborating to enhance mental health services for formerly incarcerated homeless individuals facing significant challenges. Spearheaded by the Aiken County Homeless Coalition...
Rose Hill Estate in Aiken Under Contract for Redevelopment
News Summary A contract has been signed by a potential buyer for the historic Rose Hill estate in Aiken, South Carolina, with plans for significant redevelopment including a restaurant and...
SRP Federal Credit Union Donates Over $290,000 to Aiken Schools
News Summary SRP Federal Credit Union has made a substantial donation of over $290,000 to the Aiken County Public School District through its Affinity Debit Card Program. The contributions, amounting...
Aiken County Major Drug Bust Leads to Five Arrests
News Summary In Aiken County, a significant drug bust led to the arrest of five individuals after a police operation uncovered large quantities of crack cocaine, fentanyl pills, and cash....
USC Aiken Honors Local High School Seniors Joining Military
News Summary USC Aiken hosted a ceremony celebrating local high school students who are preparing to serve in the military. The event highlighted their commitment with keynote speaker Clint Romesha,...
SCHOOL NEWS
Motorcycle Accident Claims Life in South Carolina
News Summary A man from Graniteville, South Carolina, has died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Sudlow Lake Road. Mark Carr, 53, was riding a 2011 Kawasaki motorcycle...
Aiken Planning Commission Denies Guilford Townhome Project
News Summary The Aiken Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council deny the annexation and zoning for Beazley Development’s proposed 188-unit townhome project, Guilford. Residents expressed concerns about the...
New Rankings for Augusta’s Public High Schools Released
News Summary The Augusta metro area has unveiled a new ranking of its public high schools, compiled by Stacker using data from Niche. The rankings assess academic performance, school culture,...
Aiken County Schools Receive Over $290,000 Donation
News Summary Aiken County Public Schools has received a substantial donation of $290,019.25 through the 2024 SRP Affinity Debit Card Program. The funds will benefit nine high schools across the...
SRP Federal Credit Union Donates to Aiken County Schools
News Summary SRP Federal Credit Union has donated over $290,000 to Aiken County Public Schools through its Affinity Debit Card Program. This contribution will support nine local schools by providing...
Horse Creek Academy Navigates Changes Amid University Closure
News Summary Horse Creek Academy in Aiken is adapting to new challenges after the closure of Limestone University and a Title IX investigation. Serving 1,425 students, the charter school assures...
Aiken Celebrates 26th Annual Celebration of Character
News Summary The 26th annual Celebration of Character event in Aiken recognized over 200 students for their exemplary character traits. Mayor Teddy Milner and local leaders honored students while emphasizing...
Students Win Scholarships for Nuclear Technology Essays
News Summary Eight high school students from Georgia and South Carolina have been awarded scholarships by the Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness (CNTA) for their exceptional essays on various nuclear...
Aiken Celebrates Annual Character Recognition Event
News Summary The 26th annual Celebration of Character event in Aiken honored approximately 700 attendees, recognizing over 200 local students for their exemplary character traits. Supported by the Joint Women’s...
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USC Aiken Softball Players Earn All-Conference Honors
News Summary Four USC Aiken softball players have been honored in the Peach Belt Conference with Kate Newberry and Lakyn Phillips making the first team, while Autumn Fisher and Peri...
USC Aiken Celebrates Historic Commencement Ceremony
News Summary The University of South Carolina Aiken celebrated a monumental Commencement Ceremony honoring over 400 graduates, including the first cohort of the USCA LIFE program for students with intellectual...
USC Aiken Opens New State-of-the-Art Softball Facility
News Summary USC Aiken has unveiled a new multimillion-dollar softball facility featuring a 47,000 square foot turf field, designed to enhance team performance and increase fan attendance. The advanced venue...
USC Aiken Baseball Program Sees Leadership Change
News Summary The University of South Carolina Aiken’s baseball program is undergoing a leadership change as head coach Michael Holder parts ways with the athletics department. This move underscores the...
Lander University Upsets USC Aiken in PBC Tournament
News Summary In a thrilling matchup at the Peach Belt Conference Tournament, Lander University defeated No. 4 seed USC Aiken with a score of 6-4. This victory allowed the Bearcats...
Augusta University Women’s Tennis Team Knocked Out of Peach Belt Conference Tournament
News Summary The Augusta University women’s tennis team faced a tough defeat against Georgia College in the quarterfinals of the Peach Belt Conference Tournament. Despite a strong performance by Camila...
University of South Carolina Aiken Celebrates Commencement Ceremony
News Summary The University of South Carolina Aiken held its Commencement Ceremony honoring over 400 graduates, including the inaugural cohort of the USCA LIFE program and commissioned U.S. Army Cadets....
Erik Olin Named Student-Athlete of the Week at USC Aiken
News Summary USC Aiken golfer Erik Olin has been awarded the Hutson-Etherredge Companies and Auto-Owners Insurance Student-Athlete of the Week due to his stellar performance at the NCAA South/Southeast Regional...
USC Aiken Graduates Thirteen from USCA LIFE Program
News Summary Thirteen students from USC Aiken’s USCA LIFE program are set to graduate, marking a historic commencement for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The program, aimed at providing a comprehensive...
South Carolina NEWSNEWS
Tra’Von Johnson Recaptured After Second Jail Escape
News Summary Tra’Von Johnson, a 22-year-old inmate, has been recaptured following his second escape from Tangipahoa Parish Jail. This incident highlights ongoing security issues within correctional facilities. Johnson’s escape occurred...
Boeing Avoids Prosecution with Non-Prosecution Agreement
News Summary Boeing has reached a non-prosecution agreement with the US DOJ, allowing it to avoid trial related to two fatal 737 Max crashes. The agreement involves a $1.1 billion...
Investigation Underway After Fatal Plane Crash in San Diego
News Summary A tragic plane crash in San Diego’s Murphy Canyon neighborhood has resulted in the loss of six lives, including notable figures from the music industry. The Cessna 550...
Trump Proposes Hefty Tariff on EU Imports
News Summary President Trump has proposed a significant 50% tariff on all goods imported from the European Union starting June 1, amid stalled trade negotiations. This proposal has raised concerns...
Tensions Escalate Between Trump and Netanyahu Over Embassy Shooting
News Summary The fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington has intensified tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. As both leaders clash over Middle Eastern policies,...
Music Executive Dave Shapiro Dies in Plane Crash
News Summary The music industry is grieving the unexpected loss of Dave Shapiro, a noted music executive and co-founder of Sound Talent Group, who tragically died in a plane crash...
Tragic Shooting Outside Jewish Museum Claims Lives of Two Embassy Staff
News Summary A shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum led to the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staff members. Eyewitnesses reported a suspect who expressed support for Gaza before the...
Emergency Management Chief Placed on Leave After Siren Failures
News Summary The Mayor has placed the head of the City Emergency Management Agency on paid leave following criticism of the agency’s failure to activate tornado sirens during a devastating...
Senate Republicans Move to Repeal California’s Electric Vehicle Mandate
News Summary Senate Republicans have taken a controversial step to repeal California’s electric vehicle mandate by passing a simple-majority vote that bypasses the traditional 60-vote filibuster. This decision has ignited...
NATIONAL/US NEWS
Tra’Von Johnson Recaptured After Second Jail Escape
News Summary Tra’Von Johnson, a 22-year-old inmate, has been recaptured following his second escape from Tangipahoa Parish Jail. This incident highlights ongoing security issues within correctional facilities. Johnson’s escape occurred...
Boeing Avoids Prosecution with Non-Prosecution Agreement
News Summary Boeing has reached a non-prosecution agreement with the US DOJ, allowing it to avoid trial related to two fatal 737 Max crashes. The agreement involves a $1.1 billion...
Investigation Underway After Fatal Plane Crash in San Diego
News Summary A tragic plane crash in San Diego’s Murphy Canyon neighborhood has resulted in the loss of six lives, including notable figures from the music industry. The Cessna 550...
Trump Proposes Hefty Tariff on EU Imports
News Summary President Trump has proposed a significant 50% tariff on all goods imported from the European Union starting June 1, amid stalled trade negotiations. This proposal has raised concerns...
Tensions Escalate Between Trump and Netanyahu Over Embassy Shooting
News Summary The fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington has intensified tensions between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. As both leaders clash over Middle Eastern policies,...
Music Executive Dave Shapiro Dies in Plane Crash
News Summary The music industry is grieving the unexpected loss of Dave Shapiro, a noted music executive and co-founder of Sound Talent Group, who tragically died in a plane crash...
Tragic Shooting Outside Jewish Museum Claims Lives of Two Embassy Staff
News Summary A shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum led to the deaths of two Israeli Embassy staff members. Eyewitnesses reported a suspect who expressed support for Gaza before the...
Emergency Management Chief Placed on Leave After Siren Failures
News Summary The Mayor has placed the head of the City Emergency Management Agency on paid leave following criticism of the agency’s failure to activate tornado sirens during a devastating...
Senate Republicans Move to Repeal California’s Electric Vehicle Mandate
News Summary Senate Republicans have taken a controversial step to repeal California’s electric vehicle mandate by passing a simple-majority vote that bypasses the traditional 60-vote filibuster. This decision has ignited...
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