Corduroy Bear visits Aiken library for Summer Reading fun
Children packed two sessions as Corduroy the bear met readers at the Aiken County Public Library. Jennie Beck led a 15 minute Freeman video before Corduroy shook hands posed for photos and distributed prizes. Volunteers from the Aiken Woman's Club assisted, while programs for teens and younger children continue through July 26 with a finale Splash Down Party.
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Savannah River Ecology Lab
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Touch-a-Truck Day invites kids to explore big vehicles
City of Aiken officials host Touch-a-Truck Day at H. Odell Weeks Activities Center parking lot on Saturday from 9 to 11 am. An 18 wheeler, a dump truck, an ambulance and a sheriff’s mobile command unit will be on display plus a soak down by a fire truck and a surprise near the start. Families encouraged to bring bathsuits for water fun and questions for staff.
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H. Odell
Alicia Davis
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John Moore
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Warrenville man charged after courthouse escape attempt
Karl R. Soderstrom, 19, of Warrenville, added charges after allegedly knocking a deputy down and smashing through a locked glass door at the courthouse while fleeing arrest. He faced malicious injury to real property under $1,000 and assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature as deputies and a bonding agent pursued him. He was taken to the Aiken County Detention Center after the incident reported around 1:45 p.m.
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Mended Hearts golf tourney seeks players in Aiken
Mended Hearts at Aiken Regional Medical Centers hosts a golf tournament on August 7 at Woodside Plantation Country Club. Shotgun start at 8 am, captain’s choice format, 50 dollars per player or 200 dollars per team. Proceeds aid heart programs. registration ends August 3 at USC Aiken Wellness Center and centers kiosks.
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