Project Jackson ballot debate sparks funding fears
Community voices urge placing Project Jackson on the ballot to avoid Aiken County bankruptcy within five years. Critics accuse the city of Lexington and Columbia vendors of illegally collecting fees at Aiken's Makin' and on railroad tracks, calling for solicitation licenses and safer punishments than jails.
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New Ellenton Code Enforcement Urged for Abandoned Homes
Residents call for New Ellenton code enforcement to address abandoned houses. They warn of snakes and overgrown yards if properties are not cleared and grass cut promptly.
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Quiet Bowery dearth spurs restaurant suggestions
A reader laments the Bowery’s decline and proposes nearby eateries such as Maria's The Stable at Rose Hill Lydia's Casa Bella The George Elliott Inn and The Prime Steakhouse among others. Also includes mentions of leg cramp remedy Ivory soap and veteran views on Vietnam Syria and power issues.
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SRS layoffs may affect Aiken County tax base and Project Jackson
Readers are urged to comment on potential impacts from SRS job cuts in Aiken County. Share brief messages via TalkBack at 803 644 2384 or email editorial at aikenstandard com. Names not required and comments may be edited for space.
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Aiken County approves new mobile home park at Wire Road
The Aiken County Planning Commission approved a mobile home park project on a 9 plus acre site at 245 Wire Road in Aiken. Edgebert Wilson submitted plans for 33 manufactured homes behind Georgia Carolina Bonds. The vote was unanimous though three members were absent.
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Softball Memorial Tournament Honors Aiken Officers
Eleven softball teams compete in the inaugural Blue Lights and Fast Cars Memorial Softball Tournament at Citizens Park to honor Master Public Safety Officer Scotty Richardson and Master Cpl. Sandy Rogers. Beside the Badge organizes with a cruise in by Aiken Horsepower and support from TLC Pharmacy.
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Blue Lights and Fast Cars Memorial Softball Tournament
Free event at Citizens Park 651 Old Airport Road on Saturday starting 9 a.m. includes a cruise in and softball tournament to honor fallen first responders. No entry fee, community gathering with cars and sports action.
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