Citizens Propose Beautifying State Roads With Plants
A citizen suggests using greenery along state road medians and edges to improve impressions as vehicles pass through. The note criticizes the Public Safety Department for not enforcing the 25 mph downtown limit amid frequent wrecks at Chesterfield Street and Richland Avenue caused by speeders.
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Backyard trash pickup in Aiken to cost more
The City of Aiken will raise monthly fees to continue backyard trash service and weekly pickup of mixed piles. City officials cited higher collection costs and revenue losses, stating July 1 rates will rise from 8.75 to 11.25 dollars per month, with broader trash and yard waste handling unchanged.
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Aiken
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Roger LeDue
Three Rivers
Demand rises for Sheriff’s Office while deputy count stays fixed
Aiken readers discuss rising service demand and staffing limits, urging County Council to address response times and officer availability. Aiken Middle School resource officer departure prompts calls for continuous coverage, with questions about truancy support and street speed issues on Fairfield Street. Public commentary invites feedback via the Talkback hotline and email.
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Agencies promote National Child Passenger Safety Week
A multi agency effort at Aiken Regional Medical Centers kickoff National Child Passenger Safety Week in five South Carolina communities. The event targets safety for children with clinics and staff training at St Johns United Methodist Church and the hospital. Coroner Sue Townsend attended stressing consistent use of car seats and seat belts. Bowen offers clinic details at 642 1074.
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Bowen
Weeks Sentencing Set for Tomorrow in Child’s Death Case
Shannon Weeks, 23, pleaded guilty to failing to act as her boyfriend Roy Clark Morris Jr. beat to death her 15 month old daughter. Sentencing in Edgefield County is scheduled for Wednesday after Weeks gave birth to a son who was placed for adoption. Morris was sentenced last November. Weeks faces up to 20 years. no sentencing recommendation from the Solicitor.
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Morris
Aiken Council to Fill Historic Preservation Commission Seats
Aiken City Council moves to finalize three vacancies on the Historic Preservation Commission after a chair resignation. Beverly Clyburn Pat Canning and Lessie Price presented appointments at a work session with formal acceptance set for February 24. Replacements include Rosalie Johnson Leland Reynolds and Tee Milledge to join the seven member body.
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Beverly Clyburn
Rosalie Johnson
Pat Canning
Leland Reynolds
Reynolds
Lessie Price
Aiken
Aiken to Close Part of Morgan Street for Street Improvements
City Council members voted unanimously to close about 155 feet of Morgan Street as part of Richland Avenue improvements. The right turn access from Richland Avenue to Morgan Street North would become a parking lot in front of the County Council Annex, aiming to beautify and improve safety along the corridor.
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