Aiken Author Debuts Spooky Novel Spirit Wives
Aiken native Niya Holland releases her first foray into magical realism with Spirit Wives, a Halloween release about Afra who joins a women’s support group and confronts inner truths leading to unexpected consequences. The ebook costs 1.99 on Amazon. Holland, a four time mother and writer since age 12, will appear at the Augusta Literary Festival on March 4.
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Global olive oil production reaches new milestone
Global olive oil output rises to a multi million metric ton level, with major producers such as Spain Italy and Greece contributing the most. Production trends show steady gains driven by expanding orchards and growing demand in export markets.
Aiken Woman Showcases Global Nutcracker Collection
Mae Beth Thompson of Aiken displays 66 nutcrackers on the Aiken County Public Library second floor as part of her about 300 piece collection. The museum like display features figures from Canada to Germany and includes a Russia gift nutcracker and a Kermit the Frog favorite. Thompson travels for pieces and stores offseason dolls in a closet while noting her yearly public display. The library hours and contact number are listed for more details.
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Aiken Trivia Seeks Help To Identify Local Sighting
Readers are asked to email editorial aikenstandard.com with guesses on a pictured Aiken sight. The paper will publish correct responders along with a photo showing the location. Submissions due by 3 p.m. Check Wednesday for the answer.
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