Police still hunting Aiken burglary suspect Griffin
Deputies persist in Warrenville area searches for Jonathan D. Griffin 30 believed wanted for second degree burglary trespassing malicious property damage first degree harassment and escape The suspect fled a prior burglary call and led deputies on a foot and motorcycle chase before abandoning clothing and backpack near 118 McCampbell St Authorities urge tips to 803-628-6811
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Police to issue citations for excessive muffler noise
Aiken police will fine drivers with modified mufflers and excessive exhaust after a surge in complaints. Lt Jake Mahoney notes gunfire like backfires from loud cars and warns against cutouts or bypass devices. Officers will enforce state law 56-05-5020 with a $155 fine and urge compliance.
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Aiken Department of Public Safety
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Public Safety
Public Safety Department
Virus leaders urge actions to curb COVID spread
DHEC data show rising COVID-19 cases across age groups with teenagers now accounting for a substantial share. Health officials warn data indicate community spread despite more testing and report about 16 percent of samples positive and 770 new infections daily. Hospital capacity remains tight while SC totals reach 22,608 cases and 639 deaths with Aiken County reporting 26 cases and nine deaths.
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Deaths and Funerals notice for Erroll Davis
Obituary notice for Erroll Davis handled by Ul Brightharp and Sons Mortuary located at S90 Beaufort Street in Aiken. Contact number (803) 648-0134 for arrangements and service details.
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Ul, Brightharp & Sons Mortuary
Beaufort ST Aiken
Johnnie Hawkins Aiken death notice and funeral plans
Mrs. Johnnie Elva Fears Hawkins 95 of Aiken died Wednesday June 17 2020. Born in Cattonwood Alabama she was daughter of the late OG Fears and Cennie Hughes Fears. Survived by daughter Jeanette Staith granddaughter Kelly Johnson great grandchildren and two sisters. Funeral services and entombment 8 00 AM Monday June 28 2020 at Southtown Cemetery with Pastor Ben Reams officiating. Memorials to Savannah River Cancer Foundation or Aiken Women’s Heart Board. Shellhouse Funeral Home Aiken is in charge.
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Cenniie Hughes
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Merry) Staith
Kelly
Mike) Johnson
Arlesn
Amanda
Evan) Clark
Blaise
Michelle) Johnson
Chloe Fran
Bennie
Ivan) Smaith
Votie Hodges
Dothan
Mrs. Having
Willie Bell Guy
Blowell Burnham
Bobbie Lyle
Southtown
Ben Reams
Fanny
Savannah River Cancer Foundation
P.O
Silken
Aiken Women’s Heart Board
Shellhouse Funeral Home
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Hayine Ave
Langley Pond Park upgrades delay rowing events and add amenities
Langley Pond Park will suspend rowing competitions as dam and upgrade projects proceed. The plan includes a new playground, gazebo ideas, and phased water level adjustments. Dam safety inspections by SCDHEC continue while access is limited. Boaters and fishermen will regain use later this summer.
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South Carolina
Department of Health and Environmental Controls
Langley Pond Park
Langley Pond
van der Linden
Schools plan hybrid learning amid CARES act funding hurdles
AccelerateED outlines state wide back to school guidelines stressing funding gaps and equity worries. Officials cite high costs for social distancing, half capacity buses, PPE stockpiles, and expanded cleaning. Aiken County aims for plan by July 14 with final guidance due June 22, including nurse presence in summer programs and mental health support.
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COVID
Patrick Kelly
Palmetto State Teachers Association
Aiken offers new city pool under CPST IV plan
The $125 million pool project funded by CPST IV aims to boost health and social life in the community. Open swim runs weekday hours 3 pm to noon 2 to 5 pm and 6 to 8 pm, with weekend 1 to 5 pm and 6 to 8 pm. Entrance fees: $1 for city residents and non-residents. age 13+ may swim without an adult. Contact Smith Hazel Recreation Center 400 Kershaw St WE 803 682-7634 for details.
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Jessica Campbell
Parks, Recreation and Tourism
City of Aiken
Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
Kershaw St
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