EMS Complaints: 19 Grievances From 17000 Calls Under Review
Aiken County EMS faced scrutiny after a Wagener toddler’s death and a controversial email from Councilwoman Kathy Rawls. Over the last year, 19 complaints were filed from more than 17 000 calls, with issues ranging from perceived insensitivity to care, rude behavior, and equipment concerns. Surveys show two complaints from 65 responses about response times.
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Diane Barnes resigns as Aiken County GOP chair
Diane Barnes steps down as chairman of the Aiken County Republican Party after a three month tenure. Local news briefs note the resignation on page 2A.
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Five Civil War era books offer fresh wartime insights
A review highlights five books that illuminate Civil War life with focus on soldiers, civilians, and battlefield strategies. Each work presents unique archives, diaries, and perspectives from rosters, correspondences, and official records to deepen understanding of the era.
Aiken Standard Readers Vote On Top Five Story Ideas
The Choose the News poll invites readers to select five of twelve story ideas to be featured. Voters may cast multiple votes now through Monday at aikenstandard.com. The top five will be announced within a month, with the seven remaining ideas likely assigned to reporters.
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Paula R. Rhett Obituary in Lexington Deaths and Funerals
Paula R. Rhett obituary appears in Lexington area death notices. Details on service times, burial, and surviving family are listed in the 6A Deaths and Funerals section.
Black legislators shaped Aiken County borders in Reconstruction era
Prince Rivers, a former slave, helped define Aiken County using Savannah River and Edisto River courses. The county’s irregular outline mirrors natural waterways, while the straight edges’ exact placements remain unclear in museum exhibits and Isabel Vandervelde’s 1999 history.
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Donation drive launched for Legacy Stable after fire
Aiken community forms a donation account at Lydia Rose's Aiken Saddlery and Supply to cover Legacy Stable expenses after a July 20 fire destroyed offices tack hay rooms and damaged two barns. The Thoroughbred training stable at the Aiken Training Track assists by offering items at cost. Stakeholders Brad Stauffer Ron Stevens praised by Jennifer Mansell of the store.
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