Readers discuss Wal-Mart sign overlay district cameras and local safety
A letter from readers in Aiken Standard voices concern over Wal-Mart neon signage and a three year overlay district effort. They urge broader school security cameras, noting Sage Valley Golf Club fire and nearby Graniteville resources. Call the Talkback line to share views.
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Perry Park Family Festival drew community for third year
The all day Perry Park Family Festival sponsored by the Aiken Visionaries drew residents young and old for music hip hop gospel games and a car and arts display. Coordinators Gail Diggs and Augustus Stephens highlighted wholesome community fun and park dedication to the Perry family and cemetery renovation plans at Pinelawn. The event ran 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with activities for kids and performances for adults and calls for more local projects.
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Bluegrass Mini-Fest Draws Crowds Despite Cold Weather
Bluegrass lovers of all ages filled Whitney Polo Field for the third annual Mini-Fest on a chilly Saturday. Attendance supported by STAR Riding and Driving Inc. donations at the gate. Performers included Savannah River Grass Martha Scanlan the Wilbur Brothers Candlewyck and The Incredible String Dusters. Proceeds fund the May bluegrass festival and provide equestrian activities for children and adults with disabilities.
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Jeannie Groat
Martha Scanlan
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Candlewyck
Trevor Stewart
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Pumpkin Patch Portrait Event At Rick's Produce
Children and families line up for autumn portraits at the Pumpkin Patch hosted by Aiken Photography owner Gaye Tyler. About 50 children weekly attend as photographers offer custom frames and on location shoots. The event runs three weekends ending Oct 14 with sessions by appointment. Krystin Merriweather coordinates local coverage.
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Aiken Photography
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Ad litem group to meet Monday in Aiken County
The Guardian ad litem program will hold a continuing education evening on Monday October 9 at 6 p.m. on the GAL building's second floor. Attend this important training. Also notes South Aiken High School Class of 1996 reunion planned Friday November 24 at The Alley in Aiken from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. For details contact sahs96@gmail.com or 803-933-9730.
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South Aiken
Aiken
City of Character Loyalty Month Feature and Lottery Summary
Anen's October trait is loyalty. Saturday lottery notes include Pick 3 Midday 8 8 2 Pick 4 Midday 15 80 Pick 3 Evening 3 44 Pick 4 Evening 35 26 Powerball 3 4 8 31 45 Powerball 12 Powerplay 5. Cash 3 Midday 1 1 3 Cash 4 Midday 6 0 0 Cash 3 Evening 2 2 6 Win for Life 8 11 18 26 28 30 Free Ball 3. Late numbers pending for Monday's paper.
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