Curiosity Shop to suspend operations in downtown Aiken
The Curiosity Shop will suspend operations on February 28 as part of a re evaluation. Owners John Heaton and Amy Neeley say the move is bittersweet and temporary to assess business. Competition from grocers carrying unique merchandise and changing consumer habits prompted the review.
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Curiosity Shop Opens New Location on Park Avenue
The Curiosity Shop, opened in 1998, has been at its current Park Avenue location for two years after moving from Laurens Street and Richland Avenue.
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Deaths and Funerals notice for Ruth Smith Holland and Aiken Lucille Walpole
Death notices from North Augusta report Ruth Smith Holland and Aiken Lucille Walpole. The notices appear in the 6A section detailing their passing and funeral arrangements.
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State eyes new plans for public school reforms
South Carolina's Education Oversight Committee considers multiple initiatives to improve public schools including third grade retention with optional summer reading camps and required summer school. Aiken County educators urge early interventions in kindergarten and first grade to boost reading growth. Principal Becky Koelker emphasizes growth over single test scores and differentiated instruction.
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MOX Project at Savannah River Site Grows by $2 Billion
GAO report shows the MOX nuclear fuel project at Savannah River Site increasing from initial estimates. NNSA, overseeing MOX, now projects about 6.8 billion to complete with operation aimed for 2016 and production in 2018.
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Leadership Aiken class aids Safe Routes in Crosland Park
The Leadership Aiken County Class of 2012-13 plans a project for Safe Routes to School in Crosland Park. It aims to create park spaces for secure student pick up and drop off and host outdoor events, supporting access to North Aiken Elementary and Aiken Middle as the city installs lighting, concrete paths, sidewalks, and steps funded by a South Carolina DOT grant.
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Leadership Aiken County Inspires Community Leaders
Leadership Aiken County, founded in 1982, gathers a class of at least 30 local participants each year to select a community project. They plan, raise funds, and partner with residents, businesses, and government to educate and cultivate informed, committed leaders for Aiken County.
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