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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 2020
Page
2
Aiken Standard presents historical headlines from its archives under Portrait of the Past. The feature curates notable past events and人物 connected to Aiken, highlighting community milestones and local culture across decades.
South Aiken Baptist Christian School’s nine seniors parade outside due to COVID-19 restrictions as the class prepares for a traditional yet modified graduation. The drive by plan shifted to a gym ceremony with social distancing and a May 22 commencement at 7 p.m. The day includes brunch, awards, and announcements of college plans and scholarships. Principal Tonya Bryant notes the event inspires younger students.
The City of Aiken will reopen all city offices with limited customer numbers and protective measures. Recreational facilities remain closed, including Smith-Hazel Center and Odell Weeks venues, with rentals suspended. The Aiken County Farmers Market will reopen at 8 am Thursday with social distancing procedures for merchants and the public.
The 2020 Aiken Memorial Day Parade is canceled but a memorial tribute will proceed May 23 at 11 a.m. Robbie Shellhouse's 1800s caisson and a riderless horse will travel a downtown route from the Aiken Railroad Depot to Barnwell Avenue. Citizens are asked to observe health guidelines and a moment of silence.
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