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1. Enormous Antique Thrift Warehouses In South Carolina That Are Absolutely Worth The Drive (takingthekids.com) — Aiken shoppers have a standout destination in the Aiken Antique Mall, a downtown spot packed with elegant furniture, rare coins, gold-framed mirrors, and equestrian-themed decor. The article highlights this mall among South Carolina's biggest antique warehouses, encouraging treasure hunters to explore every booth, then enjoy a bite in downtown Aiken after showing off their finds.
2. Ga., S.C. SAT scores released; Augusta University among top destinations (wrdw.com) — Aiken County families can now see how local high schools performed on the latest SAT, with county seniors averaging a combined score of 980 and about 57% taking the test. South Aiken High, North Augusta, Midland Valley, Silver Bluff, and Aiken Scholars Academy all posted very different averages, giving students and parents a clear snapshot of how their schools compare across the CSRA and statewide.
3. Golden Harvest Food Bank continues to help community through Hunger Action Month (wjbf.com) — Golden Harvest Food Bank, which operates a facility in Aiken, is ramping up efforts during Hunger Action Month and gearing up for its big October "It's Spooky to Be Hungry" campaign. Aiken residents are encouraged to volunteer, donate, or join local food and fund drives to help neighbors facing rising food insecurity across the 24 counties the organization serves.
4. Aiken County Sheriff's Foundation aims to strengthen relations between sheriff's office and community (wfxg.com) — A new Aiken County Sheriff's Foundation is launching to strengthen ties between the sheriff's office and local residents through community-focused projects funded by donations and fundraisers. Led by Sheriff Marty Sawyer and a five-member board, the foundation promises transparent finances and aims to support programs that give back to Aiken County while not replacing regular county funding.
5. Best private high schools in South Carolina (greenvillebusinessmag.com) — Families in Aiken will notice Mead Hall Episcopal School ranked among South Carolina's very top private high schools, earning an A+ grade and serving PK through 12th grade. The statewide list compares 25 leading private schools by enrollment, student-teacher ratios, and overall Niche scores, offering options for parents considering moves or alternative education paths.
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