Three Aiken residents named state child heroes
Gov Hodges and the South Carolina Year of the Child committee nominate Sharon Nicodemus Vernelle Tyler and Johnny Spears as community heroes for their service to children. Nicodemus volunteers at Epiphany Ministry of South Carolina aiding teen offenders at Greenwood Center. Tyler, an educator, mentors future teachers, praised by Curtis Dawkins. Spears teaches at Schofield Middle and alternative schools, noted as an inspiring role model for male students. Nominations open through September. forms and details are on sc year of the child org site or via 1-866-574 HERO.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Hodges
South Carolina
Aiken County
Sharon Nicodemus
Vernelle Tyler
Johnny Spears
Nicodemus
Bill Bengtson
Greenwood Center
Fyler
Curtis Dawkins
Dawkins
North Aiken
Dr Tyler
Spears
Sue Anne Spears
Schofield Middle
Wwwsc
JulyFest draws record crowd at Smith Hazel Recreation Center
The 13th annual JulyFest filled the Smith Hazel area with an estimated 12,000 attendees enjoying arts and crafts, literature, and a wide array of foods. Keith Bing led a Dallas based family reunion of about 80 from states including Massachusetts, California, New York, and Florida, while regional talent drew visitors all day. The event, sponsored by the City of Aiken Parks Recreation and Tourism along with Power 107 and Kiss 96, showcased live music and community pride with visitors praising the organizers.
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Smith Hazel
Betty Gyles
Gyles
Bing
Petticoat Junction Area
Massachusetts
California
New York
Florida
City of
Equestrians Learn at Cross Winds Farm Riding Camp
Elana Williamson runs 50 acre Cross Winds Farm in Salley with her husband Seba and daughter Sarah offering summer riding camps for adults and beginners. Camp blends private lessons with lectures on horse care and group rides, with horses available to borrow and overnight boarding. For inquiries call (803) 564-5663.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elana Williamson
Seba
Sarah
Cross Winds Farm
Salley
Williamson
Williamsons
Elana
Beatty
Debra Hall
Susie Heyl
Aiken Paper Arts Guild gathers monthly for creative paper work
Carol Parsons organizes the Aiken Paper Arts Guild in Laurens Street back of Creative Program Planners. Members share card making tips with inks paints and origami, creating decorative boxes and gift bags. Cards are donated to St Johns United Methodist and delivered to nursing homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carol Parsons
Aiken Paper Arts Guild
Laurens Street
Parsons
St. John’s United ‘Methodist
Margo Salzman
Aubrie
Vicki
Guild
Mount Anna church runs three week enrichment camp for kids
Slots remain for Mount Anna Baptist Church annual master camp offering a three week summer enrichment program focusing on math science and reading to boost skills before school. The program aids students with special needs and includes a prevention week with drug and alcohol awareness led by the Aiken County Sheriff's Department. A $40 weekly non refundable materials fee per child applies plus $20 for each additional sibling with payment due by Monday each week.
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Mount Anna
Vernita Green
Green
Aiken County
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I. Danielle
Augusta
Scot
Afl
Wer
Smith-Hazel
Aiken
Keith Bing
Dallas
Texas
Catherine Saylor
Shirley Chavous
Salzman
Patrice
Darlene Fridie
Darlene
Loyd Ggreene
Centre South
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