Willcox named top hotel by Travel Leisure again
The Willcox in Aiken earns Travel Leisure honors as seventh best inn and small lodge in the US and fifth best in the world with room rates at $250 or less. Co-owners Geoff and Shannon Ellis credit guests’ value and Aiken's hospitality while noting the 115 year old hotel offers luxury at an affordable price.
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Price seeks re election to City Council in District 2
Lessie Price a longtime Aiken City Council member announces she will seek re election for District 2 in the November 5 vote. She highlights blight public safety concerns and infrastructure needs while noting past progress and upcoming projects funded by the 1 cent sales tax. Entrants for primaries open August 5 and run through August 12 with further petition deadlines in September.
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Lana Dyer Memorial Twilight Walk For Animals at SPCA
The Aiken SPCA hosts Lana-Paw-Looza Twilight Walk for Animals on Sept 21 at the Albrecht Center. Teams raise funds with a $25 entry, postwalk party proceeds support the nonprofit, prizes include a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 and a Great Smoky Mountains getaway.
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Lana-Paw-Looza Twilight Walk for Animals
SPCA Albrecht Center hosts Lana Paw Loosa twilight walk on September 21 from 8 p.m. to midnight at 199 Willow Run Road. Admission is 25 dollars. Proceeds support animal welfare and may be shared on Crowdrise. Visit the SPCA Albrecht site for details.
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Man cited for cruelty to animals after shooting sick dog
A 45 year old Aiken man was cited for cruelty to animals after shooting a reportedly sick dog at a Locke Lane home. Neighbors heard two gunshots and found a freshly dug hole behind the residence. Police recovered the dog with two gunshot wounds and questioned a juvenile witness who said he asked the suspect to kill the animal to end its suffering.
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