Battle of Aiken reenactment returns with 145th anniversary
The Battle of Aiken reenactment brings blue coats and gray coats to Richland Avenue and Powell Pond Road for a three day event marking the 145th battle and the 15th anniversary. Organizers anticipate 10 000 to 15 000 attendees with tours lectures cannon demonstrations and two parts of the battle. David Challas will portray Robert E Lee with staff including Stonewall Jackson A P Hill and Longstreet. Gates open 9 a m Saturday and Sunday with 58 for Saturday 47 for Sunday and tickets 6 12 at gate 10 5 for students and 5 for advance. Parking is free.
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Pete Peters
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Pete Longstreet
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Aiken Chamber of Commerce
Creek Vacuums
Augusta Exchange
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Crosland Park seeks energy efficient renovation plan
City officials and architect George Watt review the Crosland Park Neighborhood Stabilization Initiative. Watt proposes cost effective upgrades including insulation, updated heating, and new windows and doors as part of a five year effort to rehab 150 homes with 12 local churches and groups coordinating purchases and leases.
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Chukker Creek
Colorado
Roger LeDuc
Savannah Rive
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Bailey
Leasa Segura
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April Bailey
County OKs Dog Transport Agreement to Salem Shelter
Aiken County Council approved a resolution with Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem Massachusetts to transfer dogs for adoption. About 13 dogs traveled in a trailer to Salem and many were adopted, with county officials noting saved lives and ongoing efforts to curb euthanasia.
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Aiken
Bobby Arthurs
Fairway Horse Transport
New Hampshire
Clay Killian
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Fairway
Salem
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Partners in Friendship Dinner Dishes Up Italian Menu
Partners in Friendship hosts its annual dinner at Newberry Hall with chef Jeff Viviano flying in from Massachusetts to prepare four courses. Social hour starts at 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50, with vegetarian options and accommodations for dietary needs. proceeds fund a scholarship at USC Aiken in Valentini’s honor.
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Jeff Viviano
Massachusetts
Viviano
Rich Viviano
Jeff
Friendship
Newberry Hall
John
Livio Orazio Valentini
Valentini
Aiken
USC Aiken
Orvieto
Italy
George Custodi
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