Aiken residents criticize deputies and NAACP actions
Readers vent frustration at a county deputy who appeared rude at a resident's home and at the NAACP's convention location. They urge focus on social issues including a 32 year old mother of seven alleged abuse case. Readers are invited to leave comments via Talkback hotline or email.
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Free South Carolina bar clinic on family law
South Carolina Bar Pro Bono Program offers a free family law clinic September 7 to 8 pm. For details call 1 800 395 3425 or 803 799 4015.
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Clinton Ward Festival draws area crowds for 13th year
The Clinton Ward Festival celebrated its 13th year with fireworks street dancing and a parade. Residents from Ward and nearby communities attended gospel music contests decorations and vendor booths while proceeds aid town beautification and a community building renovation.
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Susie Pixley
Ward
Bobby Pixley
Pixley
Steele Justice
Chaney Rolin
Saluda
John Oakman
Ridge
SPCA Dog Wash Draws Big Crowd in Aiken
SPCA of Aiken held a dog wash at Cold Creek Nursery drawing over 70 dogs. Barbara Strack said the event fosters alumni support and volunteers while proceeds fund SPCA general operations. Tim and Pam Bennett noted their 16 year old Peka-Poo Kujoe’s long habit of attending.
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All Paws
Cold Creek
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Strack
SPCA
Tim and
Pam Bennett
Aiken
Tim
Snouzers
Papa Johns
Erin Brooks
Ebrooks
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Bikers Help Deliver School Supplies to Helping Hands
Tammy Davis of Helping Hands praised ABATE of Aiken for donating school supplies and supporting autism awareness events. ABATE members, led by T Wayne Johnson, visited Helping Hands and plan ongoing charity efforts, including a Christmas party and tours for donors.
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Helping Hands
Aiken
ABATE
American Brotherhood
T. Wayne Johnson
Davis
Richard Reeves
Reeves
Rob Novit
Aiken Community Band to Play at Hopelands Monday
The Aiken Community Band performs at Hopelands on Monday at 6 30 p.m. on the Roland H Windham Performing Arts Stage as part of the Hopelands Summer Concert Series. Conducted by Col William E Clark the group of 80 plus musicians opens with The Star Spangled Banner and includes selections from Sousa Grundman and more with Alysa Smith guest performing. Admission is free and rain locations are provided by the center.
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Clare Grundman
Catherine Stapleton
Alysa Smith
Hopelands Gardens
Whiskey Road
Hwy. 19
Rye Patch
Berrie Road
Green Boundary
H. Odell Weeks Center
Whiskey Rd
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