Holiday shoppers warned of rush and impulse buys
Consumers face higher risk of overspending as merchants offer deep discounts. Mall traffic is up about 20 percent but many shoppers delay, aiming for last minute bargains. Experts note rushed purchases hinder comparison shopping and may lead to debt, while some stores report slower overall holiday demand.
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Hickory Farms
New York
Macy’s Department Store
Vallie Banks
American Express
Aiken South Boundary ornament debuts for Christmas sales
The sixth in the ADDA commemorative ornament series features Jack Wetzel driving a carriage along South Boundary Avenue. Ornaments cost 20 each, with the full six pack offered at 100. Available at the ADDA office and local shops. Proceeds support downtown Aiken promotion.
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Aiken
South Boundary Avenue
ADDA
Morris
Laurens Street
Park Avenue
Lionel Smith Ltd
Curiosity Shop
Thoroughbred horse put down after collision on Old Dibble Road
A 14 year old thoroughbred ran onto Old Dibble Road Thursday afternoon, colliding with a 1999 Chevy pickup driven by 20 year old Christopher Jackson. The horse suffered paralysis and was euthanized after rescue efforts failed. Jackson was not injured and wore a seat belt.
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Old Dibble Road
S.C
Department of Public Safety
David Smith
Old
Dibble Road
Lance Cpl. C.B. Richards
Salley
Christopher Jackson
Jackson
Local Salvation Army helps family after back injury and job loss
A local family faced months of financial strain after a herniated disk in 1999 and hip replacement in 2001 left the sole breadwinner on medical leave from August. The Salvation Army stepped in with electric bill aid and basic Christmas support, while the wife worked part time. Contributions totaling $2,651 plus $6,835 in anonymous gifts have been raised since December 17 from numerous individuals and groups to sustain the chapter’s relief efforts.
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Salvation Army
International Ministry
Aiken
Aiken man arrested in power tool burglaries
A 24 year old Aiken man William E Hurt was arrested Thursday afternoon in connection with a series of burglaries. Police recovered power tools including socket sets circular saws mitre saws and chainsaws from a local pawn shop. Hurt faces four counts of second degree burglary and additional charges are expected.
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Aiken Man
Aiken County
Croft Mill Road
Aiken
Aiken County Detention Center
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