Powderhouse truck ban sparks county traffic debate
The county weighs a Powderhouse Road no through trucks ordinance linked to a Whiskey Powderhouse Road Connector study. Residents urge equal treatment for Banks Mill and Old Powderhouse Roads while safety and congestion concerns drive council scrutiny and possible road upgrades.
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Aiken County
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Dick Smith
Firefighters complete life save training in disorienting drill
Aiken Public Safety crews drilled in a dark abandoned Kmart building on Richland Avenue West to simulate a trapped firefighter scenario. Lt. Brian Brazier said the exercise teaches navigation with limited air and no radio, using hoses as lifelines.
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Aiken
Vintage photo preservation workshops open at Aiken County Museum
The Aiken County Historical Museum offers two Saturday workshops led by Eliza beth Fryga on 1839 to 1860s photographic processes and albumen carbon prints. Registration is 45 dollars with materials provided, and space may still be available despite deadlines.
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Spring Sidewalk Sale boosts Downtown Aiken shoppers
The Aiken Downtown Development Association hosts a four day Spring Sidewalk Sale Thursday through Saturday with dozens of downtown shops offering bargains. Executive director Janet Augeri Morris expects sunny weather and urges early registration for a Garden Seminar by Horticulturist Tom Rapp at Newberry Hall on Saturday morning. Contact 649 2221 for details.
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Aiken
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Carriage House Gifts
Charlotte’s Bridal Fashions
Chris’ Camera Center
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Core Design
Crystal Engravers of Aiken
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Elliott Office Supply & Gifts
Equine Divine
Guest Cottage Linens & Gifts
Ingate Professional
Lionel Smith Ltd
Loft
Laurens
Market Place Antiques
O & R Enterprises
Pitter Potter Children’s Boutique
PowerCuts Salon & Spa
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Swan Antique Mall
Tea Garden Gifts
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City of Aiken
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Newberry Hall
Morris
Aiken Downtown
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