South Carolina may recognize out-of-state concealed weapons permits
Aiken County Rep. Bill Hixon filed H 3799 to recognize Georgia and North Carolina concealed weapon permits in South Carolina. The bill would require reciprocal states to enforce background checks and training, with automatic recognition for GA and NC permits. Hixon cites bipartisan support and talks with SLED Chief Keel and Sen. Tom Young as he seeks a companion Senate bill.
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Area Deaths Feature Langley and Aiken Notables
Eugene H Free Jr Langley Joe Rodger Fant Sr Martha H Fite Veronica May Prickett and Joyce Dawson are honored in the area deaths and funerals notice. Aiken and Windsor communities reflect on recent losses, with services planned and obituaries published for local residents.
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Cloudy Weather With Thunderstorm Chance
The forecast calls for cloudy skies with a chance of thunderstorms. Highs around 74 degrees and lows near 57 will prevail. A five day outlook suggests continued unsettled conditions with periodic showers.
Aiken Trials Kick Off With Jockey Tim McKinsey
Tim McKinsey, 54, will ride two runners at the 73rd Aiken Trials at the Aiken Training Track on 538 Two Notch Roads. He is set on Sweet Grass Creek in the von Stade Trophy after Mobil App scratched, and on Say No More in the City of Aiken Trophy, a 2013 winner with track record pace. McKinsey works for trainer Mike Keogh and helps around the barn, gallops horses each morning, and assists as needed.
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73rd Aiken Trials Open With Gates At 10 A.M
The 73rd Aiken Trials bring racing action to the Aiken Training Track at 538 Two Notch Road S.E. Gates open at 10 a.m. today, first race at 2 p.m. Tickets cost 10 dollars with 10 dollars for general admission parking. The story notes McKinsey’s Saratoga base and role as stall count liaison and shuttle overseer linking horsemen with track operations.
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Say No More Returns to Aiken City Trophy Showdown
Track record holder Say No More resumes action at the City of Aiken Trophy 1B, aiming to defend title glory as rival rivals challenge the leading ace on a blustery course in a high stakes race.
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Corridor studies inch forward in Aiken area
Transportation planner Gerald Jefferson says corridor studies linking Aiken County and the City of Aiken are done but pending funding. He notes most financing comes from federal and state sources, with local sales taxes or private donors rarely contributing. The federal guideline aims to show communities what’s ahead and allow years of preparation.
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