Latest Government News

Call for Volunteers
Join in and join the fun of Celebrate Aiken! Our 175th birthday party all next year. Read the rest of this article »

Historic resources study underway
The City is preparing a Survey of Historic Resources within the City limits with The Jaeger Company, a preservation planning firm. Read the rest of this article »

Park Administrative Staff moves into an old "New Home"
In the early 90's I remember getting a phone call from City Manager Roland Windham asking if the Recreation Department could make use of the property at the corner of Pine Log and Banks Mill roads, known as the Woodward tract. Without hesitation, the answer was "yes." Read the rest of this article »

Latest Residents News

Farmers Market to celebrate old times
Enjoy a morning of sharing memories, recipes and old-fashioned good times at the Aiken Farmers Market this weekend. Read the rest of this article »

Public Invited to Watch Dogwood Stable’s Aikenite Run in the Breeders' Cup on November 7
The Grade 1, $2 million Breeders' Cup Juvenile at Santa Anita will be shown at the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame & Museum on Saturday, November 7. Read the rest of this article »

Safety Tips from Public Safety "Chief" Pete Frommer
It’s sad to say but the holidays are the worst time of the year for scam artists and other thieves. Caution can be your best friend. Here are a few things to watch for – any time of year. Read the rest of this article »

Latest Businesses News

Mass E-mail Business Notification System
The City of Aiken has instituted another computer-based system to keep downtown businesses notified of many types of information. Read the rest of this article »

City looks to help businesses
The City of Aiken is looking at ways to assist local small businesses that are struggling in this economy. Read the rest of this article »

City workshop discusses use of undeveloped land
The City of Aiken is moving closer to developing a plan for its open space. A full-day workshop was held Wednesday afternoon to discuss future use of undeveloped land within Aiken, during which city officials, representatives of local groups and organizations and residents had the opportunity to weigh in. Read the rest of this article »

Latest Visitors News

Explosion of '53 now marked downtown
Clary was one of several residents who spoke at an Aiken County Historical Society meeting, recalling how he heard of the explosion caused by a gas leak in the basement of Jones Electric Co. on Jan. 27, 1953. Read the rest of this article »

Historic water trough will be back in action
An object that has played a significant role in and at one time helped to hydrate what was once the city's preferred mode of transportation was moved June 16 and will once again serve the purpose it was meant for. Read the rest of this article »

Top 10 ways to Experience Aiken during Master’s Week!
The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Toursim Department has compiled a list of 10 wonderful and exicting things to do while visiting our town for the Masters! Read the rest of this article »