Locals weigh in on Aiken Public Safety accreditation session
Residents spoke at a public comment session in the municipal courtroom at Aiken Public Safety HQ about the department in its accreditation review. About three dozen attendees heard praise for rapid responses and CPR saves, plus appreciation for community outreach programs like Citizens Academy and Mobile Movie Night.
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Aiken
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Aiken Public Safety
Barry Adams
Fred Cavanaugh
Citizens Academy
Ann Dicks
Governor Aiken Park
LeDuc extends contract as city manager
Interim City Manager Roger LeDuc will remain with the City of Aiken for at least six more months at 65 dollars per hour plus expenses for up to 34 hours weekly. He is treated as a temporary part time employee with limited benefits and can be terminated by Council on five days notice.
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Roger LeDuc
City of
Aiken
LeDuc
Richard Pearce
Area Deaths Michael Mike E Steele
Michael Mike E Steele longtime area resident dies at age in the 2020s. A memorial service will be held in Aiken with local figures and family attending. His survivors include spouse and children, with arrangements handled by area funeral home.
Five Day Forecast Outlook Says Sunny With Mild Temperatures
The outlook calls for sunny skies across the five day period with a high near 54 degrees and nights around 30. Daytime temperatures gradually ease, while overnight lows stay close to the freezing mark, offering clear, mild weather patterns for the period.
Mrs Claus Finds New Role After Santa’s Death
Shirley Kirley, widow of Bob Kirley a longtime Santa, now stars in Storytime with Mrs. Claus at the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center. About 290 attendees, children under eight, enjoyed the holiday program as she embraces a Santa free yet joyful holiday niche.
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Dede Riles
Kirley King
Bob
Mrs. Claus
Adele
Hollywood
Shirley
Santa
H. Odell Weeks
Shirley King
H. Odell Weeks Activities Center
County Council thanks Scott Singer for service
The County Council expresses appreciation for Scott Singer’s public service. Local officials praise his leadership and contributions to community programs during his tenure. Citizen remarks and council statements highlight commitment to ongoing local projects and governance.
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County Council
Scott Singer
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Mike” E. Steele, Aiken
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