Mixed dining patterns emerge as pandemic diverges
In Aiken and surrounding areas, Dunkin on Whiskey Road and The Village Cafe report stronger takeout and drive thru demand amid COVID-19. Franchisee Charlie Hartz cites 10 to 15 percent growth from last year, while local fish house owners note a rollercoaster of visits driven by case counts and headlines.
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Charlie Hartz
Whiskey Road
Aiken
Richland Avenue
North Augusta
Hartz
Dunkin
Perks
Aiken Regional Medical Centers
Damian Blevins
Rachael
Aiken City Council considers Fairfield Street bridge and new city hall
The Aiken City Council will review the Fairfield Street bridge updates and the proposed 107 Chesterfield Street S city hall at a 4 PM work session with a 7 PM regular meeting. Bridge options include a rebuild and all projects exceed $2 million with lifecycle costs over $21 million.
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Aiken
City Council
Fairfield Street Bridge
City Hall
Chesterfield Street
Regions Bank
State Transportation Department
Davis & Floyd
Chesterfield St. S
Mark Chestner
Aiken Municipal Development Commission
DSS reports drop in abuse referrals during the pandemic
South Carolina DSS records show child and vulnerable adult abuse investigations declined sharply from February to April 2020 as schools closed and social distancing began. Officials warn isolating families may hide abuse, while experts note rising stress and economic hardship.
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South Carolina
Department of Social Services
DSS
Washington Post
Michael Leach
Leach
DSS Investigation Services
Susan Meehan
Aiken County
Meehan
Contact Information for Newspaper Offices
General offices phone 803 648 2311 and Newsroom line 803 644 2401 listed for caller inquiries. This terse notice provides direct contact numbers for administrative and newsroom staff.
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Dede Riles
Rakesh Jasani
La’Quincia Austin
Hilton Garden Inn
Colin Demarest
Savannah River
Energy Department
MSA
Demarest
Colin
Centers For Disease Control and Preventior
Pinione
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