Tornado, winds rake Monetta and Edgefield damage toll
National Weather Service teams confirm an EF-1 tornado touched down three miles south of Monetta in Aiken County with peak winds around 90 mph. They also document significant straight–line wind damage in Edgefield while evaluating Aiken Estates for a final determination. A meteorologist notes straight-line winds likely caused about 98 percent of the destruction there, though a brief tornado touchdown remains possible.
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Tornadic damage reported in Aiken Estates
Emergency Director Paul Matthews described the damage as tornadic with trees twisted and scattered across yards. At Skip Blythe’s corner lot eight large trees lay in his yard as he sought shelter during the storm. Debbie Gibbons, nearby, found five downed trees and shingles missing but no major structural damage after a quick closet retreat.
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Aiken Art Walk grows with artists vendors and live music
Art Aiken Parks Recreation and Tourism reports 70 visual artists and 10 musical acts this year as the alley fills for the event. Organizers aim to expand next year potentially into Newberry Street while current venues along Laurens and Richland provide room to grow. Local bakers, photographers, studios and interactive art displays draw crowds as attendees create mosaics and learn to paint.
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Masters Week Encounters Highlight Hospitality and Global Reach
Fort Lauderdale birthday attendee met Barrett and a veteran serviceman. Watkins, at The Masters for the second time, praised superb weather and pristine course despite weather-damaged flowers. Rich Britt and friends from Wilkes-Barre enjoyed hospitality. Lauren James noted global diversity and conversations with fans from California to England. North Augusta Mayor Lark Jones and Berckmans Place drew attention for exclusivity. First time visitor Chad Edgar enjoyed McIlroy up close. Bill Thweatt relished souvenirs of Arnold Palmer era and meeting Scott Brown at the Warren Baptist Church prayer breakfast.
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