Aiken Standard TalkBack: readers respond on politics and racing
A reader urges Vincent Sheheen to propose policies instead of attacking opponents and commends Dogwood Stable for retiring Palace Malice. The letter questions who should cover damages from ice storm cleanup and criticizes government spending, corporate greed, and partisan politics. Readers are invited to call or email comments.
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Correction: Living on the Go speed dating event details
A brief in Living on the Go notes a correction for the Augusta Christian Singles speed dating event. Pre registration runs until Saturday at 6 p.m. Admission is eight dollars for members and ten dollars for guests. The Aiken Standard invites readers to report fact errors by calling Melissa Hanna or emailing editorial.
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Bridies and Birdies fundraiser returns to Aiken arena
The First Tee of Aiken hosts its third Bridies and Birdies benefit this Friday at Highfields Event Center 198 Gaston Road. The evening includes a 5 p.m. cocktail hour, a 5:30 p.m. pony auction, a 6 p.m. team relay with horse rider and golf cart obstacles, dinner at 7:30 p.m. and prizes at 8:15 p.m.
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Bridies and Birdies fundraiser by First Tee of Aiken
The Bridies and Birdies event at Highfields Event Center 198 Gaston Road runs Friday from 5 to 10 30 p.m. Tickets are 30 per person or 350 for a table with proceeds aiding over 12 000 youth in The First Tee of Aiken programs. Tickets available at firstteeaiken.org or at the door.
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Fish Fry Draws South Carolina Democratic Candidates to Aiken
The 12th annual Democratic Fish Fry in Aiken on September 18 offers voters insight into SC candidates. Speakers include governor hopeful Vincent Sheheen, House candidate Rosie Berry, Education Superintendent candidate Tom Thompson, U.S. Senate candidate Joyce Dickerson, Secretary of State candidate Ginny Deerin, and U.S. Senate candidate Brad Hutto. Crawford cites high energy and broad turnout with tickets selling fast.
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Democratic Fish Fry Set at Aiken Electric Cooperative
The 12th annual Democratic Party Fish Fry happens September 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at 2790 Wagener Road. Tickets are 20 dollars for adults and 10 dollars for students and children. Harold Crawford at 803 648 7218 says the event aims to inform attendees about elected officials and candidates and how to support them. It is described as interactive and family oriented with opportunities to speak with speakers. Tickets also available at the Democratic party headquarters, 831 Hayne Ave.
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Guess Who's Coming to Dinner Gala Supports ATC Scholarships
The Aiken Technical College Foundation hosts its eighth annual gala to raise funds for the ATC Foundation Scholarship Fund. On September 26 at Newberry Hall, attendees will enjoy a reception, dinner, drinks, live auction, and cabaret atmosphere. Tickets are $80. tables of eight are $800. Proceeds aid ATC student scholarships.
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Melissa Hanna serves as executive editor at The Aiken Standard reporting on local news, managing newsroom operations and guiding coverage across government, education, crime, and community events in Aiken and surrounding areas.
One Man Shot in Aiken County Neighborhood Incident
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office investigates a shooting on Abbeville Avenue Northwest that left one man in critical but stable condition. Neighbors helped transport the victim to a hospital. witnesses say an argument preceded the exchange of gunfire with an unknown suspect. Call 803-648-6811 or 888-CRIME SC.
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Community events span book fair library screening and DAR meeting
The SPCA Albrecht Center hosts a book fair Friday and Saturday 8 am to 2 pm and Sunday 11 am to 3 pm at 199 Willow Run Road. Aiken County Public Library shows Captain America The Winter Soldier PG-13 Saturday 3 to 5 40 pm at 314 Chesterfield St SW. Trenton Chapter DAR meets Monday at 2 pm at Regent Evelyn Finnegan residence with Judi Romeo as guest speaker. Carl Gillette 803-644-2814 for more information.
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