Young resigns chair to join Statehouse after County win
Ronnie Young plans to resign as County Council chair on June 7 to serve as a state representative. He touted 26 years in public service and emphasized economic development, education, and infrastructure. Lariscey and Weaver offered brief post election reactions while three Republicans eye the chair seat, potentially prompting another special election.
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Memorial Day escapee flees after transport to detention center
Cpl Sonny Collins of the Highway Patrol says Grice escaped from a troopers vehicle while en route to a secure area at the Aiken County detention center. A bloodhound team assisted by the Aiken County Sheriff's Office hunted Grice on Memorial Day but ended the search early Tuesday morning. The sheriff's office remains on call to aid if needed.
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Aiken weighs pension switch and budget plans
City officials discussed ending pension benefits for new hires and shifting to a defined contribution plan for long term savings. The budget includes 400000 for Public Safety Surveillance System and 750000 placeholder for a parking garage. Second reading and public hearing on budget set for June 12.
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