Editorial letter urges action amid regional festival praise
A TalkBack call in the Aiken Standard laments dull local festivals in Aiken while praising nearby Augusta and Columbia events. The writer rants about politics, energy policy, voter ID, licensing, and asks for better local leadership and a new “business vitality manager” proposal. Lottery numbers follow as reader content.
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Bids Sought for USC Aiken Pedestrian Bridge Project
USC Aiken issued bids last week to build a $1.3 million pedestrian bridge over the 118 Bypass linking the main campus to the Convocation Center and the baseball stadium. If bids stay within budget, construction could begin within months. higher bids may require Joint Bond Review Committee approval to spend more.
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Sassafras Festival Postponed Over Weekend Weather
The 27th Annual Sassafras Festival is rescheduled to Oct 8 9 and 10 due to heavy rain and flash flood risk. Organizers say all weekend activities move to next weekend with rides, food, crafts and events including Smokey Bear and Sassafras Idol revised schedule.
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