Expansion of Hitchcock Parkway to four lanes opposed by local resident
A letter from a resident of Aiken argues that widening Hitchcock Parkway to four lanes would harm the city's character, stating the parkway serves as a suburb throughway for business districts and housing. The writer supports increased capacity for growth and safety while defending Hitchcock Woods and downtown, claiming expansion should prevent future retrofits.
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Tax increases spark resident letter to school board
A reader criticizes tax hikes and local governance, arguing higher taxes reduce family spending and citing deteriorating housing in Clearwater. The letter questions board efficiency, mentions Aiken, and ends with personal notes about age dating and simple pleasures.
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Aiken
Clearwater
Kent Cubbage Ghost Walk Tour Stirs Downtown Aiken
Kent Cubbage led a Ghost Walk Tour Wednesday night through downtown Aiken with historical and eerie stories. The walking event offered pre-Halloween fun and drew an audience interested in local history and spooky lore.
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Readers urged to submit brief comments to Aiken Standard
Call 803 644 2384 or email editorial aikenstandard com with brief messages. Readers may comment without names and the newspaper may edit for space and content.
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Apple Fest Promises Family Fun At St Johns Church
St Johns United Methodist Church Women host Apple Fest featuring a silent auction Second Hand Consignment Shop Twice Loved Treasures The Bookworm Corner and handmade quilts with the Apple Seed Cafe offering meals and baked goods on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Apple Fest at St John's UMC in Richland Avenue
Apple Fest returns at St John's United Methodist Church on Richland Avenue at Newberry Street with free admission from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aimed at selling apples and goods, proceeds support Christ Central Epworth Children's Home and Aiken Community Medical Center. The event dubbed Red Hot Apple Looza celebrates a 1952 tradition. a separate turkey dinner will be held November 21 with tickets at Apple Fest.
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Passing down the gown and family lace tradition
Jody Duggan recounts a 1969 wedding and a Ireland honeymoon that yielded a baptism gown later worn by granddaughters. The lace dress traveled from convent to family, becoming a symbol paired with a family Bible and autograph book. Maryan Schechter reports from Aiken.
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Aiken Newcomer's Club to Auction Charities at Holiday Bazaar
Aiken Newcomers' Club hosts a charity auction at Newberry Hall on Tuesday November 12 with items including baked goods baskets and centerpieces totaling thousands of dollars. Proceeds benefit local charities. reservations due by November 7 and luncheon costs are fifteen dollars with auction tickets two dollars each or five for three.
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Aiken
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Aiken Newcomer's Club
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