New virus death reported in Aiken as cases rise statewide
State health officials urge youth and young adults to wear masks amid rising COVID-19 cases. On Friday the SCDHEC reported 1,964 new confirmed cases and five probable statewide with 20 confirmed in Aiken, seven in Barnwell, and four in Edgefield. Aiken totals reach 820 confirmed cases and 13 deaths statewide include 25 more confirmed deaths and one probable death, with 1,593 hospital beds occupied. Ventilator use has risen. officials note masks reduce droplet spread though not all virus, underscoring social distancing.
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Coronavirus case and death totals for South Carolina
July 17: South Carolina reports 65 857 total cases and 1 078 total deaths. Data show a statewide tally with regional variations and ongoing public health updates.
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Alken imposes city wide mask mandate
The first day of the city wide mask mandate in Alken went into effect at noon Friday with high public compliance. The measure requires masks in all public retail spaces within the city limits and warns of fines up to 1087 dollars or 30 days in jail for noncompliance.
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Fort Gordon Change of Command Highlights Clifford’s Move Toward North Augusta Post
Fort Gordon hosted Col Jim Clifford in a Friday change of command ceremony as he departs Fort Gordon after two years as garrison commander to become North Augusta’s next city administrator, with Col Shaverick succeeding him. Clifford praised by Maj Gen Neil Hersey for leadership during $2 billion modernization, while Clifford thanked North Augusta Mayor Bob Pettit and council.
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