Aiken may raise water and sewer rates this fall
City Manager Roger LeDuc says a budget deficit and rising costs could trigger a 5 percent increase in water and sewer charges for residents this fall. The plan follows years of lagging revenue and rising expenses, with recent rate changes affecting high-usage customers and county fees.
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SCDOT considers Powderhouse Road widening plan
South Carolina Department of Transportation officials briefed residents at Millbrook Baptist Church on Powderhouse Road widening from East Pine Log to Whiskey roads. The 2.5 mile project, funded by the Aiken County Transportation Committee with about 2 million dollars, will widen lanes to 11 feet and add 2 foot paved shoulders while keeping two lanes. Residents raised concerns over potential tree removal and local impact.
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SCDOT Seeks Public Comments On Noise Barrier Project
The South Carolina Department of Transportation invites public input on a proposed noise barrier plan. Julie Barker welcomes comments by June 9 and notes tree removals may occur. The project spans county land with some city land, and officials will ensure tree ordinances are followed. Construction is eyed to start next spring with completion by late fall.
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Education on the airwaves Wesby hosts state leader
Aiken businesswoman and School Board member Donna Wesby expands her radio program on 94.7 Rejoice to feature State Superintendent Dr. Jim Rex this morning from 10 to 11 AM with a Saturday rebroadcast. The show highlights educational issues in South Carolina and community involvement.
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Jim Rex
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Public Education Partners
Diane Mangiante
Keisha Lloyd-Kennedy
Tiffany Palmer
Aiken Technical College
Whitten
Hospital Auxiliary installs new officers at annual meeting
The Hospital Auxiliary of Aiken County installed its 2009 2011 officers with Frank Jordan becoming president and Peter Fabian named treasurer. Other elected roles included Karalee Kludzuweit as president elect and Jewell Eanes as secretary. A bylaw revision and Life Member addition were announced, with Robbie Sampson receiving the honor. A luncheon and guest talk followed.
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Aiken County
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