Aiken’s Makin festival thrills shoppers and vendors at Gyles Park
The annual craft fair in downtown Aiken runs with smooth check-ins and strong crowds. Friday features acts from Jack Grabos to Brooke Beard, plus a trolleys schedule and parking at First Baptist Church and Reynolds Building. Vendors praise sales and entertainment while attendees cite great weather and arts.
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Brooke Beard
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Aiken's Makin
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Reynolds
Makin
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Flu Shots Urged For High Risk As Season Approaches
Gordon notes current flu strains pose danger to high risk groups and children. Symptoms include sore throat cough fever and body aches. Early doctor visits and antiviral meds help. two infections possible with different strains. CDC recommends shots for high risk and healthcare workers with cost minimal to prevent severe illness. Contact John Moore at moore@aikenstandard.com.
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South Carolina Town Seeks Smoke Ban Despite State Opinion
Town leaders defend a local smoking ban after the state attorney general said the Clean Indoor Air Act forbids municipalities from banning smoking. Councilman Everett Presson, sponsor of the ordinance, asserts a duty to health and safety. The measure took effect last month amid lawsuits and varied state attitudes toward bans in restaurants and stores.
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