Masters to be played in November without patrons
The 2020 Masters will proceed in November at Augusta National but without spectators or guests. Chair Fred Ridley announced the event, marking the first time the PGA major is held without in-person attendance as Kevin Eisner, in his fifth Masters, noted the absence of roars and crowd energy.
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Masters decision hurts local businesses in Aiken
Local business owners in Aiken react to the Masters Tournament actions not allowing patrons this year. Lionel Seaith Ltd owner Van Smith notes lost revenue and missed spring traffic while Aiken Brewing Company owner Rob Prusett hopes spectators watch locally. Aiken Chamber of Commerce President David Jameson warns firms rely on Masters business will suffer amid reduced capacity and rising disappointment. Residents like Doug Shafer and long time attendee Steve Hale express frustration yet accept the decision as necessary.
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COVID-19 cluster at Cumberland Village senior living
Aiken Standard reviews show ten residents in central apartments testing positive for COVID-19 at Cumberland Village in Aiken. Four were hospitalized, with six employees also positive. An all-day resident quarantine is planned through July 33 and reevaluation set for August 14. Stewart says communication and enhanced cleaning and disinfection are in place as testing continues.
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