Peace rally in Aiken highlights gun violence concerns
Pastor Paul Bush of the Concerned Ministers Fellowship led speakers at a peace rally in Aiken urging nationwide gun violence reduction. Public Safety Chief Charles Barranco and Rev Brendalyn Boseman urged community dialogue with police to address unfair systems and foster honest action. Reporter Derrek Asberry notes local context and quotes from organizers.
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Johnson honored for community service and baseball legacy
Aiken obituary highlights James Henderson Johnson Sr. longtime lawyer, civic leader, and father of Vicki Snelgrove Brad Johnson. He mentored students before desegregation, led the law firm Johnson Johnson Whittle Lancer and supported USC Aiken. He received the Order of the Palmetto, distinguished public service awards, and funded athletic facilities. He coached Pony and Dizzy Dean baseball to World Series, taught Sunday School, and was wheeled through a 61-year marriage to Doris Cunningham Johnson. Funeral held at First Baptist Church.
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