Free COVID-19 testing offered in Graniteville event
The South Carolina DHEC partners with Aiken Regional Medical Centers to offer free drive through COVID-19 testing on Thursday June 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Leavelle McCampbell Middle School in Graniteville. No appointment needed and tests administered in vehicles.
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Coronavirus cases in Aiken County rise with June 4 tally
Aiken County reports 215 cases and 8 deaths as of June 4. statewide totals show South Carolina with 13,005 cases and 525 deaths.
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South Carolina
Seniors graduate in outdoor ceremonies amid COVID 19 pandemic
More than 700 seniors from Midland Valley North Augusta and Silver Bluff high schools received diplomas on the first of two days of ceremonies held outdoors at their campuses. Principal speakers, including Midland Valley Valedictorian Parker Welsh, noted the unusual timing as students recalled missed months of in person instruction and the pandemic's impact while graduates sat six feet apart in the stadium.
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Midland Valley seniors reflect on final field moments
T and other seniors recall football and soccer memories on Midland Valley field as they prepare for graduation. Welsh will study civil engineering at Clemson this fall and plans to return. Salutatorian Mary Swygers from Warrenville reflects on the stadium’s meaning and urges peers to stay true to themselves. Swygers, NJROTC rifle team commander, will study criminal justice and forensic science at the University of New Haven with a goal of pursuing military police work.
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Aiken girl starts college at 13 after dual enrollment
Caitlin Shirey, 13, a homeschooled student in Aiken, will join USC Aiken as a full time college student this fall. She has completed SATs and earned 17 college credits, with scholarships from three South Carolina universities. Caitlin aims to be a cardiothoracic surgeon, inspired by science and a heart transplant video.
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