Readers applaud locals and praise community helpers
A reader collection thanks Sheila and Wiley Williams for parenting Kevin, lauds Sheila Tiedman and Laura for kindness during illness, and commends police and neighbors for helpful acts. Readers also praise Broadway Bound, discuss NBC coverage of religion, critique free government phones, and note traffic concerns with new stores like Sam's Club and The Fresh Market.
Child Advocacy Center expands outreach in Aiken County
The Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County increases outreach with community programs and the 100 Women Campaign and Luncheon to fund on site work and prevention efforts. The center operates on about $400 000 annual budget with grants contributions and fundraising. Erin Merryn will speak at the April 24 luncheon on Erin's Law as a model for school curricula.
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Peaches the therapy dog calms children at Aiken Center
Peaches, a mixed breed dog, serves as a comforting presence at the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County. Owner Anne Laver, the center’s program coordinator, adopted Peaches after bottle-feeding her littermates. Peaches naps in the waiting area and joins sessions, soothing both children and staff with her calm temperament.
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Red Flag Fire Alert Issued Across South Carolina
South Carolina Forestry Commission issued a Red Flag Fire Weather Alert statewide as of Saturday with 58 wildfires reported. In Aiken County at least three fires started from debris burning amid wind, low humidity, and warm temps. residents are urged to delay outdoor burning and contact authorities before burning.
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