Community asks how to make Aiken safer and stronger
In a column addressing recent tragedies for two Aiken Public Safety officers, community leaders urge proactive effort. They highlight prayers, after school programs like the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, and civic projects. They note Character City status, youth guidance, and infrastructure improvements funded by tax measures while inviting ongoing public participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott Hunter
Scotty Richardson
Sandy Rogers
Department of Public Safety
Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club
Aiken
South Carolina
Cavanaugh's decades of service in Aiken leadership and life
Cavanaugh moved to Aiken in 1953 from Richmond and pursued degrees at VMI and Aiken High School. He served in the Air Force for three years, worked for DuPont 30.5 years and Westinghouse Savannah River for six, and held multiple city roles from 1985 mayor pro tem to mayor in 1991 with re elections through 2011. He led the Character Initiative earning a top state award in 2000 and earned Man of the Year in 2004 while presiding over the Municipal Association of South Carolina in 2007 2008. He and his wife Lee have two sons and attend Grace Church of Aiken where he serves as elder and Sunday school teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cavanaugh
Aiken
Richmond
Virginia Military Institute
DuPont Company
Westinghouse
Savannah River Company
United States Air Force
S.C
Municipal Association of S.C
Aiken Chamber of Commerce
Municipal Association of
Lee Cavanaugh
Grace Church of
Salvation Army Advisory Board
American Legion
Marine Corps League
Aiken Rotary Club
SRS Retiree Association
Brothers and Sisters helps youth grow in Aiken County
Chamonica Pope leads Brothers and Sisters of Aiken County guiding hundreds of children through after-school programs and life skills. Eric Stallings, once at risk, now a College of Charleston student and high school leader credits mentors and the program. Nick Gordon found purpose and guidance, preparing for high school and future goals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Gordon
Eric Stallings
Brothers and Sisters
Aiken County
Chamonica Pope
College of Charleston
Stallings
Pope
Nee Street
Aiken High
Aiken Center
Lucinda Kenner
Brothers & Sisters
Health Department
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fred Cavanaugh
City of
Public Safety
Parks, Recreation and Tourism Departments
First Tee of
Aiken Corporation
Todd Lista
About Today
Wyn
Rob Novit
Aiken 8
The
Walterboro
University of Georgia
Gayle Lofgren
Aikenstandard
P.O. Box
Aikenstandard.com
Children’s Place
United Way
Children’s Place Inc
Community Christian
St. Augustine's Church
YWCA
Savannah River
Barnwell Ave
N.E
Childrensplaceine.org
Tomorrow's
Golden Harvest Food Bank
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