Aiken GAL Program Seeks Volunteers for Child Advocates
The Aiken Guardian ad Litem program plans a volunteer training class starting July 11 at 9 a.m. at 5170 Woodside Executive Court to bolster its team serving 96 cases involving more than 205 children. It needs volunteers willing to donate four to six hours monthly. no special background required beyond a commitment to help abused or neglected children, with training running Mondays through Aug. 8.
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Galaiken
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Adoption Slump At Aiken SPCA Amid Rising Costs
Aiken SPCA officials say pet adoptions dip this summer due to economic strain and vacations. The economy and gas prices push more pets to surrender while households budget for care and schools are out. An upcoming cat adoption special offers two for one at $75 to spur interest.
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Aiken County
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Jimmey Kinney
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Police mobilize for holiday weekend travel in South Carolina
State troopers ramp up enforcement during a 78 hour July 4 travel period with saturations on the 1 20 corridor through Aiken County. Police set up speed checks and checkpoints, urging drivers to carry licenses insurance and registration as high gas prices push some motorists off the roads.
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Aiken
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Drier July 4 risks rise for Aiken fires and sparklers
Aiken Public Safety Director Pete Frommer warns dry heat and low humidity raise brush and woods fire risk during the holiday weekend. He recalls a July 4 incident with nearly 25 fires in an hour and notes limited forestry resources and delays if woods fires erupt. Fireworks events and approved home sparklers add danger, with cautions on improper extinguishing and rekindling.
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