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Advanced Cardiac Care

The Cardiovascular Institute’s clinical staff put a patient’s comfort first, explaining procedures like catheterization, echocardiography, metabolic stress testing, thrombolytic therapy and open-heart surgery.

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Allergy Matthew T. Clark, MD 803-279-7666 Gregory H. Esselman, MD 803-649-0003 Anthony E. Harris, MD 803-648-7897

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Cardiac Surgery Thomas P. Paxton, MD 803-641-4874 L. Dieter Voegele, MD 803-641-4874

Cardiology Ansermo L. Arthur, MD 803-641-4874 David W. Cundey, MD 803-641-4874 Gregory L. Eaves, MD 803-641-4874 Weems R. Pennington III, MD 803-641-4874 Idris S. Sharaf, MD 803-641-4874

Colon and Rectal Surgery David H. Gibbs, MD 803-648-1171 Edward J. Jakubs Jr., MD 803-648-1171 Virginia B. Winburn, MD 803-648-1171

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Family Practice James L. Bland, MD, JD 803-641-1404 Adam Bruckner, DO 803-649-7266 Mae Jean Englee, MD 803-663-9224 Dean T. Koukos, DO 803-259-5762 Ann M. Kulik, MD 803-648-8804 Leopoldo M. Muniz, MD 803-642-3505 Howard G. Royal Jr., MD 803-649-6941 Henry S. Tam, MD 803-648-4224 F. Michael Vasovski, DO 803-649-4446

Sitki M. Ergul, MD 803-641-7850 T. Mark Meyer, MD 803-648-7888

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Nephrology Sindhu Garg, MD 803-648-0718 Douglas A. Stahura, DO 803-648-0718

Neurology Richard A. Eisenberg, MD 803-642-6500 Melvyn L. Haas, MD 803-642-6500 Khaled F. Kamel, MD 803-642-6500 Michelle Lyon, MD 803-644-4264 Gregory J. Sengstock, MD 803-226-0130

Neurosurgery James D. Dillon, MD 803-226-0130

Sitki M. Ergul, MD 803-641-7850 Ahmad N. Gill, MD 803-641-7850 T. Mark Meyer, MD 803-648-7888

Ophthalmology R. Lee Grantham, MD 803-642-1000 Nini S. Patheja, MD 803-642-6060 Daniel J. Smith, MD 803-642-6060 Enoch N. Tsai, MD 803-649-7991

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery David S. Hudson, DMD 803-649-1177

Orthopedic Surgery Ty W. Carter, MD 803-644-4264 Douglas E. Holford, MD 803-644-4264 R. Vaughan Massie, MD 803-644-4264 Clark Moore, MD 803-335-2284 E. Louis Peak, MD 803-644-4264 Timothy J. Shannon, MD 803-644-4264

Otolaryngology Gregory H. Esselman, MD 803-649-0003 Anthony E. Harris, MD 803-648-7897 Patrick G. McMenamin, MD 803-649-0003

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Plastic/ Reconstructive Surgery Dean A. Page, MD 803-642-0277

Podiatry George Sich III, DPM 803-648-6988 Mackie J. Walker, DPM 803-644-4264

Psychiatry John A. Allen, MD 803-642-3801 Merry A. DeLeon, MD 803-641-5906 John Dewitt, MD 803-642-3801 Jaya Merugu, MD 803-641-5906 David A. Steiner, MD 803-642-3801

Pulmonology/ Critical Care Frank J. Mondschein, MD 803-649-5300 Nicholas J. Sanito, DO 803-643-1090 Miroslav B. Zotovic, MD 803-643-1090

Radiation Oncology Byron Dasher, MD 803-641-7850 Mark P. Ezekiel, MD 803-641-7850 Jed Howington, MD 803-641-7850 Jerry Howington, MD 803-641-7850 John Stewart, MD 803-641-7850

Surgery Frank Y. Chase, MD 803-648-1318 Wayne T. Frei, MD 803-648-1318 Robert C. Terry, MD 803-648-1318

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Thoracic/Vascular Surgery Thomas P. Paxton, MD 803-641-4874 L. Dieter Voegele, MD 803-641-4874

Urology Jonathan H. Anderson, MD 803-649-3903 Richard P. von Buedingen, MD 803-648-7815

Wound Care/ HBO Therapy James L. Hagan, MD 803-643-2090 Jack L. Ratliff, MD 803-643-2090

Hospital-Based Physicians Anesthesiology Emily Ashford, MD Robert P. Cassingham, MD Kevin Graham, DO Benjamin S. Ulmer Jr., MD

Emergency Medicine Michelle Bens, MD Anthony Bostick, MD Thomas Brewer, MD Cortney Draper, MD Suzanne Echemendia, MD Kenyatta Frazier, MD Aaron Garrett, DO Aaron High, MD Yenney Meza, MD Nathan Miller, MD Christina Millhouse, MD James Mock, MD Nicole Nadel, DO Adam Nofziger, MD

Hospitalist Itai Mupanduki, MD Joseph Ogunsurile, MD Zaharaa Sater, MD Chioma V. Udogu, MD Robert Walker, MD

Industrial Health Adam Bruckner, DO

Occupational Medicine Don L. Pennington, MD

Pathology Trent D. Trzpuc, MD Robert L. Williams, MD

Radiology Alfonso Gay, MD Stefan Ploch, MD Robert F. Searles, DO Anthony L. Toomer, MD

Teleneurology Askiel Bruno, MD David C. Hess, MD Fenwick Nichols, MD Jerry Pruitt, MD Jeffrey A. Switzer, DO

Telestroke Hartmut Gross, MD

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WELCOME

Welcome to Aiken County, South Carolina! We are very excited about this year’s Discover Aiken County magazine. our theme this year is based on Aiken’s railroad beginnings.

The steel rails first transported cotton from hamburg (modern-day north Augusta) to Charleston. later, they carried those from the north to more temperate winter weather here in our beautiful county. The railroad brought lowcountry residents to health resorts here in Aiken. in fact, Aiken County is named after William Aiken, the railroad’s first president.

When my family arrived in Aiken County in 1988, we were welcomed with open arms and we were hooked on its charm. We had lived in many other places, but we found, as have many others, that Aiken County is a special place, full of warm, friendly people and things to see and do for just about any interest. We are proud to call Aiken County our home.

We’ve broken the section into five easy-to-read parts. Whether you are interested in visiting one of the many fairs, festivals or events; exploring the towns and cities of Aiken County to see what they have to offer; relaxing in some of the beautiful locations we are blessed with; or feasting on the many cuisines available here, we hope you will decide to stay here as so many of us have.

So, come with us as we hop on the train ride that will take you on a tour of all Aiken County has to offer. The train’s about to leave,

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1833, with a portion of it going through what is now Aiken.

Two of the project engineers, C.O. Pascalis and Alfred Dexter, laid out the streets that would become the downtown of a new city – Aiken – named for the president of the company, William Aiken.

The steel rails have played an important part in the county’s history since its inception. It was the railroad that brought Charlestonians to the health resort of Aiken in the mid 19th century. The Winter Colony residents, wealthy northerners who

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In 1828 the way from Charleston to Hamburg, the future home of North Augusta, was a long and tedious one. Getting the area’s cotton crop to port was essential, especially when competing against the port city of Savannah, which could easily be accessed by river traffic.

The South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company decided to utilize the latest in transportation technology to get the cotton to market for shipping elsewhere. The world’s longest railroad at that time was constructed and put into operation in

spent the cooler months here, came to their southern destination each winter beginning in the late 1800s, and it was the rails that took them to their homes up north in the spring.

While passenger train service has vanished from the county, the rails still play a vital part in carrying items through Aiken County to destinations throughout the Southeast.

The train has been a vehicle of discovery, and the memories of distant whistles and thoughts of exotic places remain part of the romantic notion of travel by rail. Step into the pages of this magazine and discover the amenities of Aiken, a place that was created because of the railroad.

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Visit Aiken’s first visitors reached the area by rail, heeding the conductor’s familiar, “All Aboard!” call as they traveled to the health resort near the end of the CharlestonHamburg line. Attracted by mild winters and large, upscale hotels, visitors soon established a thriving Winter Colony. The seasonal establishment was populated by wealthy Northerners who brought their favorite sporting pastimes with them. Equestrian pursuits and golf be-

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came two of the area’s most noted recreational activities.

Today many visitors are still drawn by golf and horses, but Aiken offers an increasing variety of other recreational activities, festivals, craft shows and seasonal celebrations. And though most people arrive by car or plane, residents still think of the railroad as the starting point of Aiken’s creation.

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Aiken Bluegrass Festival The Aiken Bluegrass Festival is held in May on the grounds of the Western Carolina State Fair on U.S. 1 just north of Aiken. Featuring nationally and regionally acclaimed bluegrass artists, the two-day event is family friendly with food vendors and other activities. Limited camping and RV space are available for those who wish to spend the night at the fairgrounds. All proceeds from the Aiken Bluegrass Festival benefit STAR Riding, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals with

disabilities improve their quality of life through safe interaction with horses. For more information visit aikenbluegrassfestival.org.

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Aiken’s Makin’ The Greater Aiken Chamber of Commerce holds the annual Aiken’s Makin’ craft show each September. The two-day event features 180 vendors offering handmade clothing, pottery, candles, holiday items, sculptures, photography and works of art. Food vendors and local entertainment round out the festivities. More information is available at aikensmakin.net.

Aiken’s Triple Crown Aiken’s Triple Crown event, held over three consecutive Saturdays in March, features three different equestrian events and heralds the unofficial arrival of spring. The Trials, held the first of the three Saturdays, are f lat races for thoroughbreds, many running in their inaugural races. The next Saturday hosts the Spring Steeplechase, an event on the National Steeplechase Association circuit. Often touted as Aiken’s largest social event, the Steeplechase attracts around 35,000 people each year. The final leg in the Triple Crown is a polo match, held the

AppleFest The primary fundraiser for St. John’s United Methodist Church’s United Methodist Women, AppleFest celebrates the fruitful bounty of the fall harvest the first Saturday in November each year. The event features a silent auction, used book sale, bake sale, frozen casseroles, clothing consignment, fresh mountain apples, fried apple pies and the Apple Seed Cafe. Proceeds benefit three local charities each year.

For more information visit stjaiken.org.

Battle of Aiken The Battle of Aiken is a reenactment of the Civil War battle fought in Aiken on Feb. 11, 1865. With hundreds of costumed participants, this authentic recreation is a dramatic depiction of one of the final Confederate victories of the war. In addition to the battle scene, attendees can enjoy period arts and crafts, exhibits and food from a variety of vendors.

Visit battleofaiken.org for more information.

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third Saturday of the Triple Crown. Observers witness the area’s original equestrian event and celebrate the tradition that once called Aiken the Polo Capital of the World.

come and enjoy the wonderful small town experience. Enjoy small town hospitality as you visit the unique shops and restaurants. As we’ve heard so many times before, “It’s not something you can bottle and it’s not something you can buy off the shelf. It’s a feeling you get when you visit Ridge Spring.”

Schedule of Events Magnolia Ridge Antique & Art Gathering.........3rd Saturday in May Peachtree 23 Yard Sale .................1st Friday and Saturday in June Farmers’ Market ..................... Every Saturday June thru Labor Day Sidewalk Sale .................................... 1st Saturday after Labor Day Harvest Festival .................................... 3rd weekend in September Shoppes of Ridge Spring Open House... 2nd weekend in November Christmas on the Square...........................1st Sunday in December For tours and more information, contact the Welcome Center at Cumbee Place 401 E. Main St. 803-685-0410

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One of the last of its kind, the Big Mo is a drive-in movie theater in Monetta. In operation for over 60 years, the Big Mo is a popular weekend entertainment destination for people from Aiken to Columbia. With reasonable ticket prices and current movie double features on different fields, it offers an affordable and genial

An annual two-day event located in Olde Towne in North Augusta, Colonial Times: A Day to Remember is held in October. This free, family-friendly event allows visitors to watch the past come to life with demonstrations that include pottery making, butter churning, weaving, candle making, gunsmithing and more. Demonstrations also include a view of life in the militia in the late

way for locals to enjoy movies under the stars.

For more information, visit thebigmo.com.

Chitlin’ Strut The town of Salley holds its annual Chitlin’ Strut festival the weekend following Thanksgiving. The first Chitlin’ Strut was held in 1966 to raise funds for new community Christmas decorations. Now, 49 years later, the Strut has evolved into a giant celebration that includes a beauty pageant, pancake breakfast, musical performances, a hog-calling competition, strut competition, car and bike show, carnival rides and craft vendors. Though more than 50 food

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vendors ply their wares, the chitlin’ remains the festival’s central focus, with participants eating over 10,000 pounds each year. More information is available at chitlinstrut.com.

Chocolate Festival The annual fundraiser for St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School, the Chocolate Festival is held each year in October.

A family-friendly event centered around a large bake sale with chocolaty treats, the festival also offers rides, games, entertainment and a silent auction. More information can be found at stmaryschool.org.

One of golf ’s major tournaments, the Masters is held the first full week of April at the famously beautiful Augusta National Golf Club, just minutes across the Savannah River in Augusta, Georgia. The tournament was founded by golf legend Bobby Jones and has long been considered one of golf’s premier events. Thousands of patrons flock to the area, filling hotels and restaurants all over the CSRA. Tournament-goers also often take a day or two to enjoy swinging

Held yearly in late April or early May, the Mead Hall Strawberry Festival is the primary PTO fundraiser for Mead Hall Episcopal School. The festival features family fun, games, local entertainment, a bake sale and quart upon quart of fresh strawberries.

The event is held at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church. For more information visit meadhallschool.org.

Memorial Day Parade

A Memorial Day Parade is held each year in the downtown streets of Aiken. Honoring veterans and active military, the parade is a spirit-filled tribute to those who have fallen protecting our country. music. Each year more than 15,000 people enjoy the glowing holiday celebration.

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Sponsored by the City of Aiken Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, the Aiken Christmas Craft Show is held the first weekend in December at the H.O. Weeks Activities Center. Featuring holiday crafts, food vendors and activities for adults and children, the two-day craft show is a great way to kick of your holiday shopping season. More information is available at cityofaikensc.gov.

The Nike Peach Jam is held each summer in North Augusta at Riverview Park Activities Center. The tournament, sponsored by the famous sportswear company, features standout high school basketball players in top-tier travel basketball teams from around the country.

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their own clubs at one of the area’s many championship golf courses.

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Christmas at Hopelands Christmas at Hopelands, the city’s largest Christmas attraction, is held at night and features more than 100,000 lights sparkling along the pathways of the City of Aiken’s beautiful public garden. Participants can wander the more than 1.5 miles of illuminated pathways and enjoy a multitude of bright holiday displays. Hot chocolate and apple cider warm visitors as they meander through the festive garden walkways and listen to performances of live Christmas

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players as Blake Griffin, Dwyane Wade and Kevin Durant in the past. ESPN has provided televised coverage of the event since 2014.

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True to the spirit of the season, Aiken holds a community event each Thanksgiving in The Alley in downtown Aiken. Volunteers dish out a free Thanksgiving feast to all who attend. The day also features live music from local groups. The event is made possible through anonymous donations from private citizens, corporations and local churches. For more information visit the website onetable.info.

The junior golf world’s answer to the Masters, the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley, is held each spring at Sage Valley Golf Club in Graniteville. Considered to be the topranked junior invitational in the world, the top 54 world-ranked junior golfers are invited to participate. Tickets are available to the public in advance and at the gate. For more information visit juniorinvitational.com.

Spring Fest

Peachtree 23 Yard Sale The first Saturday in June brings the 44mile Peach Tree 23 Yard Sale. The annual event boasts the area’s longest yard sale, as the towns of Modoc, Edgefield, Johnston, Ward, Ridge Spring, Monetta, Batesburg and Leesville, all located along Hwy. 23, participate.

Shoppers can rummage for treasures along the 44-mile corridor. Each town handles its

space rental differently. Information can be found at ridgespringsc.com.

Spring Fest is a celebration sponsored each year by the North Augusta Cultural Arts Council and the City of North Augusta. Featuring a camellia show and an art competition for regional artists, the event highlights the diverse interests of North Augustans, including horticulture, the arts and sports. More information can be found at naartscouncil.org.

Ridge Peach Festival The Ridge Peach Festival is held each year in June in Trenton. The Ridge area, known for its abundant peach production, is celebrated in true Southern style with a parade, more than 120 vendors of arts and crafts, a children’s fun area with inflatables, live entertainment, a softball tournament, homemade peach preserves, jams and jellies, festival foods and peaches from local Titan Farms. And, of course, freshly churned peach ice cream is available. For more information visit the event’s website at ridgepeachfestival.com.

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Equestrian Events Aiken County is home to many equestrian events and activities.

Since the first polo match on Aiken’s Whitney Field in 1882, the Aiken Polo Club has held weekly games during the spring and fall.

In the past decade, other polo clubs have also risen to the forefront of the sport. Aiken now has 40 polo fields and nine clubs recognized by the U.S. Polo Association.

The Aiken Hounds hosts the nation’s second-oldest drag hunt.

Each Thanksgiving sees the Opening Meet and Blessing of the

Hounds at the Memorial Gate in Hitchcock Woods. Weekly hunts are held throughout the remainder of the season.

The Aiken Driving Club also embraces the area’s love of horses.

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Population

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164,753

Population under 18

22.3%

Population over 65

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Home ownership Rate

73.3%

High School Graduate or Higher (age 25+)

84.8%

College Graduate of Higher (age 25+)

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Covering a swath of 1081 square miles in the sand hills of South Carolina, Aiken County is so much more than a sum of its nine incorporated areas and the connecting rural spaces.

From peach orchards to fields of snowy cotton, quaint towns to modern industrial parks, Aiken County encompasses the best of modern life. Take some time to explore the charming cities, beautiful natural spaces and historical marvels that are unique to this area.

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The city of Aiken, founded in 1835, is Aiken County’s largest city and the county seat. Known primarily as a former Winter Colony visited by wealthy Northerners, Aiken boasts dozens of beautiful homes dating back to that era. Other legacies of the Winter Colonists include Hitchcock Woods, a 2,100-acre urban pine forest, and Hopelands Gardens, a 14-acre public garden that remains a favorite local attraction. The Winter Colonists also brought horses to Aiken, and equestrian sports remain a vital part of life here. Over the years, many visitors have turned into residents, and Aiken is now known as a premier retirement community. The retirees bring their passions from other parts of the country and contribute to a vibrant cultural life that includes ballet, theater, music and art.

Jackson is one of the many unique small towns in Aiken County. With an estimated population of 1700, the Town of Jackson is close to the Savannah River Site, which also provides a great portion of the populace with employment. Visitors can enjoy the Silver Bluff Audubon Center & Sanctuary, situated on 3,000 acres along the Savannah River. Jackson is also near the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve, managed by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.

The area is periodically open to the public for fishing, hunting, exploring and bird watching. History buffs can also explore Redcliffe Plantation State Park in nearby Beech Island. A former cotton plantation owned by James Henry Hammond, the park features a large mansion built in 1859.

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AURORA PAVILION BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES Help for mental illness or substance abuse is close to home. We provide individualized assessment and inpatient and outpatient treatment for adults, children, adolescents and seniors who have behavioral, emotional and substance abuse problems.

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BARIATRIC SURGERY Laparoscopic gastric banding surgery can work wonders with long-term weight-loss and management necessary to live a longer and healthier life.

We offer laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy surgery. Our comprehensive approach includes preoperative counseling, support groups and nutritional counseling.

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CANCER CARE INSTITUTE OF CAROLINA High-quality cancer treatment is available right here in Aiken. The Cancer Care Institute of Carolina offers integrated cancer treatment and advanced technology in a comfortable facility. The Institute is one-of-a-kind in the CSRA, offering both radiation oncology and hematology/oncology services, plus support services for cancer patients and their families.

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CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE OF CAROLINA Look no further than the Cardiovascular Institute of Carolina at Aiken Regional for advanced cardiac care. The cardiology staff provides patients with individualized treatment plans that can include diagnostic testing, medication, surgery and rehabilitation. The Cardiovascular Institute also offers health screenings and education to help you stay heart-healthy.

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DIABETES AND NUTRITION TEACHING CENTER Both adult and pediatric patients receive nutritional education, disease-specific self-management sessions and constant reinforcement through personal patient contact. The American Diabetes Association recognizes the education service of the Diabetes and Nutrition Teaching Center as meeting the national standard for diabetes self-management education. We are board certified in pediatric and adolescent nutrition and weight management, renal nutrition management and diabetes self-management.

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EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT You can rely on the Emergency Department at Aiken Regional for 24/7 care provided by board-eligible and board-certified physicians. We focus on making your emergency department experience as smooth as possible, with patient-friendly bedside registration and a commitment to low wait times. We’re prepared with our helipad to get you here as quickly as possible.

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ORTHOPEDIC SERVICES Patients who have had total hip or knee replacement surgery will find specialized care here. A week-long recovery plan includes the patient’s physician, nurses, physical therapists, “coach” and case manager. By participating in group therapy in addition to individualized therapy sessions, patients benefit from sharing their experience with others.

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LABORATORY SERVICES

The laboratory at Aiken Regional Medical Centers has four locations.

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This center provides evaluation, management and treatment of neurological disorders on an inpatient and outpatient basis. We provide in-office treatment for many chronic neurologic disorders as well as on-site EMG testing.

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Palmetto Pediatric Center provides inpatient and outpatient services for infants, children and adolescents. Children can get routine healthcare as well as care when they’re sick.

Inpatient services include the newborn nursery and inpatient admissions. Pediatric inpatient services are located on the hospital’s 4th floor.

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Having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? The Sleep Evaluation Center can help.

Patients undergo sleep studies that gather data on how you breathe and sleep, which can help your physician identify a sleep disorder and determine treatment options.

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SOUTHSIDE IMAGING CENTER Residents of Aiken’s southside now have convenient access to advanced diagnostic services, including digital mammography, open MRI, multislice CT scans, ultrasound and other services.

Location: 430 Society Hill Drive, Aiken (The Village at Woodside) | 803-502-5020

WOMEN’S LIFECARE CENTER

The Women’s LifeCare Center is a source of knowledge, care and comfort for women of all ages. Services include gynecologic care, breast surgery, treatment of menopause and osteoporosis, estrogen replacement therapy and more. The childbirth center gives newborns and their parents a strong start in life, with advanced clinical expertise and warm, personal attention.

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A range of diagnostic services in one location can help make a woman’s healthcare more manageable. Services include mammography, bone densitometry, stereotactic breast biopsy and routine X-rays.

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If you have a wound or sore that has not begun to heal within a month, the Wound Healing Institute of Carolina can help. We offer some of the most advanced wound care therapies available today, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The institute’s specially trained staff tailor a treatment plan to your specific needs.

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Midland Valley

Monetta

The Midland Valley area is a region of Aiken County comprised of the small, unincorporated communities of Graniteville, Gloverville, Vaucluse, Warrenville, Langley, Bath, Clearwater and the town of Burnettown. Also known as the Horse Creek Valley, Midland Valley is situated between Aiken and Augusta along the Horse Creek, a small tributary of the Savannah River. Identified as the perfect power source for mills, Horse Creek was a major attraction for industrialists in the late 1800s and was home to kaolin mines, paper mills, pottery factories and textile mills. Today, many of the old mill locations have been re-purposed into new production facilities. Graniteville is home of the Sage Mill Industrial Park, which is Aiken County’s largest and most modern industrial area.

Hovering on the border between Aiken and Saluda counties, Monetta is a small town in the northwestern part of Aiken County.

Often associated with its neighbor, Ridge Spring, located within Saluda County, Monetta is the largest community in a primarily rural area. The area boasts fertile farmland. Watsonia farms, run by the Jerald A. Watson family, has harvested crops there since 1918.

Currently, the large farm produces organic squash, cucumbers, bell peppers, asparagus, eggplant, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, collards, peaches, strawberries and plums. Historically, Monetta was an important asparagus production center, and was once known as the “Asparagus Capital of the World.” Monetta is also home to the Big Mo, a drive-in theater, which is a popular weekend entertainment center for people from Aiken to Columbia.

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Perry is a small town in the eastern corner of Aiken County. Home to about 240 residents, the town, like nearby Wagener, flourished because of the railroad.

John Wagener was instrumental in bringing the railroad through that portion of the county, and many towns along the rail line called themselves “Wagener.”

Perry was one of those towns and changed its name in 1888 when present-day Wagener was granted official use of the name. Perry then was named after Benjamin Perry, a provisional governor during the Civil War. He was also instrumental in the development of the railroad in the area.

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Salley Salley, a small town on the eastern edge of Aiken County, is most famous for the yearly Chitlin’ Strut celebration. Chitlin’s, a traditional Southern and soul food specialty, are boiled up and fried by the pound each year on the Saturday following Thanksgiving. The first Chitlin’ Strut was held in 1966 to raise funds for new Christmas decorations for the community. The festival has continued for 49 years, evolving into a giant celebration. The town was once home to a great number of grand mansions built by families successful in the lumber trade. Many of the homes burned during Sherman’s destructive march at the end of the Civil War. The town was named for South Carolina legislator Dempsey Salley upon its incorporation in 1887.

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Wagener Situated on the land that once comprised the farm of Eldridge Gunter, The town of Wagener grew when the Southern Railroad built a line through Batesburg in 1887. A small community of just over 800, Wagener has a museum that documents the development of the community, with artifacts from former residents. Wagener is also home to South Carolina’s Conestoga Wagon, South Carolina’s Bicentennial Wagon Train wagon from the celebration held in 1976.

The town was a major source of asparagus during the 1920s and ’30s, and is still home for many successful family-owned farms.

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World War II had been over for just five years when an announcement was made that would change the face of Aiken County. A government-owned facility would be built in parts of Aiken, Barnwell and Allendale counties to provide nuclear material for a growing arsenal of weapons at the outset of the Cold War. Sixty-five years later the Savannah River Site has provided livelihoods for tens of thousands of residents in the area, imported thousands more with technical and scientific skills, greatly enhanced the local economy and provided intellectual capital that has transformed Aiken County.

CALL ME FOR A The contract for most of the first four decades belonged to the DuPont Company. Later Westinghouse and then a series of other highly regarded companies took over the management of the contract for the 300-square-mile facility.

While the overall mission of the facility, originally called Savannah River Plant, has changed over the decades, it remains a significant national treasure. With its elevation to national status, the Savannah River National Laboratory provides unlimited avenues to build on the technology that has been created by the engineers and scientists at SRS. The Cold War is over in large part

to the efforts of those at SRS who helped keep the U.S. strong and free. Since then scientists at the Site have worked tirelessly to clean up the high-level waste that was a byproduct of making nuclear material for weapons.

A product of SRS was recently in the news when an American spacecraft passed by Pluto taking the first close-up photos of the dwarf planet.

The New Horizons craft has a thermoelectric generator powered with plutonium from SRS. While SRS continues its cleanup mission, its workers are constantly striving to find new, innovative ways to perform tasks that have applications elsewhere in our country.

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The love of all things equestrian can be traced to Aiken’s unique history as a Winter Colony, its ideal climate and location, perfect sandy soil and good water. Wealthy people flocked to the area in the late 19th century to partake in the pleasure of equine recreation. Modern enthusiasts still raise animals here to compete in racing, jumping, dressage, fox hunting and polo.

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The Aiken Driving Club also embraces the area’s love of horses.

Founded in 1985, the club boasts over 200 members who enjoy monthly gatherings of combined, pleasure and recreational carriage driving.

Members dressed in period attire often drive the carriages down city streets in a quintessential display of equine fellowship.

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Polo Polo made its Southern debut on Aiken’s Whitney Field. Since that first match in 1882, the Aiken Polo Club has held weekly matches during the spring and fall. The club recently dedicated a new spectator pavilion at Whitney Field. In the past decade, other polo clubs have also risen to the forefront of the sport. Aiken now has 40 polo fields and nine clubs recognized by the U.S. Polo Association. Aiken’s polo season begins with the kick-off event held as the final leg of Aiken’s Triple Crown.

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The group holds performances at various venues throughout Aiken and offers a broad repertoire, including historical favorites and modern music. The annual Madrigal Dinner, a Renaissance feast and performance, will be held Friday, Dec. 11, at Houndslake Country Club. The Winter Concert will be held on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, at Cornerstone Baptist Church.

Aiken Civic Ballet

South Carolina’s longest continuously operating dance company, the Aiken Civic Ballet was founded by the late Carl Crosby. Crosby, a professional dancer from Columbia, wanted to share the beauty of dance with the Aiken community. Diane Toole Miller, the ballet’s current artistic director, has taken Crosby’s company to the next level, presenting the community with a yearly performance of the beloved “Nutcracker,” as well as an originally-choreographed ballet performance each spring. The Aiken Civic Ballet performs at the Etherredge Center at USC Aiken as well as at the Hopelands Summer Concert Series.

Aiken Community Playhouse The Aiken Community Playhouse, a non-profit community theater, holds multiple performances throughout the year. Volunteers produce plays and musicals in their permanent home at the URS Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Aiken. ACP is also a teaching theater, dedicated to bringing the gift of drama to members of the community. The 2015-16 season will offer “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” “Evita,” “Bang, Bang, You’re Dead,” “Fruitcakes,” “Wait Until Dark,” “Godspell,” “Dearly Departed” and “How to Succeed in Business.”

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Aiken Performing Arts Aiken Performing Arts (formerly the Aiken Performing Arts Group) provides live entertainment including classical, jazz, brass, chamber, bluegrass, big band, Broadway and ethnic music performed by individual vocalists and instrumentalists, bands and full orchestras - plus dance, comedy, satire and variety programs from high quality performers from around the country. The organization also reaches out to schools to provide students with introductions to many of its performers. The 2015-16 season will include Equinox Jazz Orchestra, Vivace (a group of four vocalists), Roy Firestone, Kit and the Kats and Jim Witter.

Aiken Symphony Orchestra The Aiken Symphony Orchestra, directed by Donald Portnoy, will hold its inaugural performances this year. The season, presented by the Aiken Symphony Guild, will feature performances by pianist Natasha Paremski, the Beijing Guitar Duo and violinist Vadim Gluzman in the fall of 2015 and winter of 2016.

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Cultural Series at the Etherredge Center The University of South Carolina Aiken’s Etherredge Center holds a cultural series each year to bring various acts and performances to the community. This year’s offerings include: Trio Virado, An Evening with Groucho, Dallas Brass, Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra, The Wonderful Wizard of Song (the music of Harold Arlen) and Caladh Nua (traditional Irish folk music).

Hitchcock Woods In 1939 Thomas Hitchcock Jr. and his sister Helen Hitchcock Clark established the Hitchcock Foundation and donated more than 1,900 acres of land for the benefit of the people of Aiken.

The area, which is now called Hitchcock Woods, encompasses more than 2,100 acres in the center of the city and is one of the largest urban forests in the country. The maintained trails are used for walking, running, horseback riding and drag hunting. The Woods are also used as a laboratory classroom for students learning ecology.

Joye in Aiken Joye in Aiken, formerly Juilliard in Aiken, holds the Joye in Aiken Festival each March, presenting performances by some of the best young performing talent in the country. Many of the musicians, dancers and actors who come to Aiken are from the Juilliard School in New York. Throughout the week, the visitors hold public evening performances. The Education Outreach Program also presents these performers to school-age children in Aiken, reaching many who would otherwise never be exposed to such a variety of cultural experiences.

Golf The Aiken Golf Club The Aiken Golf Club, a semi-private course located in downtown Aiken, was the first course to offer forward tees for women. Built in 1912 as part of the historic Highland Park Hotel, it has grown and changed. In 2011, Aiken Golf Club was named as one of Golfweek Magazine’s top 10 courses to play in South Carolina.

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The First Tee organization, created in 1997, is a curriculum developed to show children and teens how skills learned on the golf course can translate to life skills such as selfmanagement and mentoring. The First Tee of Aiken chapter is located at Houndslake Country Club, a 27-hole championship course. First Tee participants receive quality instruction and greatly reduced green fees.

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Houndslake Country Club Houndslake Country Club is centered around its private 27-hole championship golf course. The course, divided into three nines, was designed

by Joe Lee in 1974. Versatile enough to appeal to both professional and occasional golfers, Houndslake also hosts a number of statewide invitational and championship tournaments.

Midland Valley Golf Club Constructed in 1960-61, Midland Valley Golf Club was designed by Ellis Maples. Set among the towering pines and rolling hills of Midland Valley, the course includes a number of demanding signature holes that require precise drives and agile second-shot positioning.

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The River Golf Club The River Golf Club in North Augusta is a premier golf course laid out along the Savannah River. Designed by Jim Fazio, the course offers large greens, the challenge of lakes, wetlands and dramatic bunkers. Upon its opening in 1999, the River Golf Club was named one of the top five new courses by Golf Digest.

Woodside Plantation Country Club Woodside Plantation Country Club offers four 18-hole championship golf courses, as well as a 9-hole par-3 course. The Wisteria course was designed by Rees Jones and the Plantation course and Hunter’s Run (the par-3) were designed by Bob Cupp. The Reserve Course is a Nicklaus design and was designated one of the “Top Ten Best New Private Courses in America” upon its opening in 2003. The Hollow Creek course at the Reserve Club was designed by Fuzzy Zoeller and Clyde Johnston and is the latest addition to a group of the area’s superior golf courses.

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Museums

Aiken County Historical Museum

The Aiken County Historical Museum is located in the Winter Colony estate of Banksia near downtown Aiken. The estate, owned by retired executive Richard Howe, boasts an astonishing 32 rooms, 15 bathrooms and a large formal ballroom on 3.5 acres. The museum has been housed at Banksia since 1984. Visitors can enjoy exhibits on the Winter Colony, the history of Aiken County, Carolina bays, the Savannah River Site, a military exhibit, and a Public Safety room complete with an 1880s steam-powered fire engine. The many exhibits pay tribute to the rich history of the Aiken area and are displayed in a manner to allow visitors to explore at their own pace. Children are welcome, and some rooms are designed for hands-on interaction. The museum is open from Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

The Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta

The Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta is found on the first floor of the North Augusta Municipal Center. The center has a permanent historical exhibit, as well as two galleries of rotating exhibits. One recent exhibit was “Native Americans of the Savannah River Region.” The gallery will feature an exhibit on clay artists of the Southeast in September and one for the South Carolina Water Media Society in October. It is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the second Sunday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are accepted.

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The City of Aiken Visitors Center and Train Museum Originally built by the Southern Railway in 1899, the Aiken Railroad Depot was a product of the Aiken Winter Colony and served as the main train station in the city until 1954, when it was demolished. The City of Aiken decided to begin raising funds to reconstruct the train depot. The original architectural drawings were used to replicate the original depot, while modern construction methods changed the interior to serve as a visitor’s center and museum. The train museum features a number of detailed dioramas of train stations and cities along the Charleston-Hamburg line. The center is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Redcliffe Plantation Historic Site The Redcliffe Plantation Historic Site in Beech Island is the former cotton plantation home of William Henry Hammond, a notable South Carolina planter and politician. The well-preserved mansion and grounds are available for tours, as are two slave cabins built circa 1857. The guided tours give visitors a glimpse into plantation life; both from the viewpoint of the slaves who worked in the home and fields, and the slave owners. Tours are available through the State Park Service Thursday through Monday at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., though 11 a.m. tours are not held on days when school groups visit. Contact the park at (803) 827-1473.

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Tucked away within Hopelands Gardens, the Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame & Museum celebrates Aiken’s contributions to equestrian sports. Many horses who’ve been trained in Aiken have gone on to become national champions and are enshrined in the Hall of Fame. Among these champions are Kentucky Derby winner – Pleasant Colony, Preakness winner – Summer Squall, and the five-time Horse of the Year – Kelso.

From September until May, the museum is open Tuesday – Friday from 2-5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from 2-5 p.m. June through August, the hours are Saturday and Sunday from 2-5 p.m. For more information, please visit www.aikenracinghalloffame. com or call 803-642-7631.

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A featured stop on the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor, the Wagener Museum exhibits historical artifacts from the days of the family farm and the “Swamp Rabbit” train. Artifacts are from local community residents and trace the heritage of the railroad in the Wagener area. The museum is open Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the Town Hall entrance and Saturday by appointment. For appointments or more information call (803) 564-3412.

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The people of Aiken County have long realized the natural beauty of this area. Over the decades, the county and various municipalities have set land aside for residents to enjoy leisure activities. Aiken County’s parks and recreation centers have countless amenities, from state-of-the-art indoor sports facilities to rugged hiking trails and rural camping areas. The parks and centers listed below represent the very best of what Aiken County offers in public recreation.

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Gregg Park Aiken County Historical Musem Smith-Hazel Recreation Center Hopelands Gardens

Aiken State Park

Citizens Park H. Odell Weeks Activities Center Riverview Park

Harrison-Caver Park Living History Park

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Aiken County Recreation Center The Aiken County Recreation Center is located at 917 Jefferson Davis Highway in Graniteville.

Situated on six acres, it features two basketball courts, two playgrounds, a public pool, walking trail, covered picnic spot and a community center building. The center is open from dawn to dusk and can be reached at (803) 663-6142. This facility is run by the Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department.

Aiken State Park Located in rural Aiken County along the cool, black water of the South Edisto River, Aiken State Park offers boating, fishing, camping, hiking and swimming fun for the every age. The 1,067-acre park covers a unique swath of land including a black-water river and swamp, bottomland forest and dry, sand-hill pine forest. Visitors can take advantage of tackle loaner programs, inexpensive fishing boat rentals as well as canoe and kayak rentals, which include life jackets and paddles.

Boaters can then paddle along the 1.7-mile canoe trail. There is a three-mile jungle loop for hikers, picnic shelters and a swimming area open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and 25 campsites are available with individual water and electric hookups. Admission is $2 for adults, $1.25 for seniors, with children under 15 admitted free. The park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., with extended Daylight Saving Time hours until 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The park is located at 1145 State Park Road, Windsor. The office phone is (803) 649-2857.

Boyd Pond Park Run by Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department, Boyd Pond Park is set on 210 acres and is the site of a former employee recreation facility of the Savannah River Site. Located at 373 Boyd Pond Road, Aiken, the park features a pond with 30-foot boardwalk and boat ramp for non-motorized boats. Park amenities include playgrounds, restrooms, picnic areas, ball fields, soccer fields, mountain bike and hiking trails. The Boyd Observatory is also located at the park.

Free programs are available, and programs are held the first and third Saturdays of the month at dark. Observatory information can be found at boydobservatory.org.

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Brick Pond Park

Brick Pond Park in North Augusta is a restored wetland area that is used as a storm water treatment system and public nature park. Walking and biking trails meander throughout the 40-acre area, which also has a pavilion and dock with available seating. There are waterfalls, picnic tables and benches throughout the park. Visitors may fish with a permit, and boating in non-motorized canoes and kayaks is allowed. The variety of wildlife at the park includes alligators, deer, birds, turtles, insects, fish and river otters. The park is located at 88 Georgia Ave., North Augusta. It is open dawn to dusk and is free to the public. For fishing license information or for information about renting facilities for special events, contact the North Augusta Riverview Park Activities Center at (803) 441-4311. To learn more about Brick Pond Park, educational opportunities and park tours, contact (803) 441-4246.

Carolina Bay/City of Aiken Climbing Wall The City of Aiken’s Carolina Bay Nature Preserve centers around the unique ecology of a Carolina bay set entirely within Aiken’s city limits. There are two-foot trails for visitors to enjoy the natural area, which includes a wide variety of wildlife and flora. The Carolina bay is located just across Price Avenue from Virginia Acres Park and is adjacent to the City of Aiken’s Climbing Wall, a 1,200 square-foot climbing facility. Climbing routes have been designed for beginner and experienced climbers. Drop-in climbing sessions are held Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and can be paid for at the front desk of the H.O. Weeks Activities Center. Call 642-7631 for more information.

Citizens Park Located at 655 Old Airport Road in Aiken, Citizens Park is the City of Aiken’s main sporting event park. With 14 multi-purpose fields available to be used for baseball, softball, tee-ball and soccer, the park is home to league play and tournaments of all types year-round. Spread on 123 acres, Citizens Park also has a large building with scoring tower, restrooms, concessions, a playground, a Sprayground and picnic tables. Contact the park at (803) 642-7761.

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Gregg Park Civic Center/Gregg Park

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Gregg Park Civic Center has been the main recreational facility for Graniteville, Warrenville and Vaucluse since its inception in 1950. Two buildings set on 55 acres house a gym, exercise rooms, locker rooms with showers and saunas, racquetball courts, game rooms, meeting rooms and a kitchen available for rental. The outdoor facilities include baseball and softball fields, an outdoor basketball court, tennis court, picnic shelter, walking track and modern playground.

North Augusta’s Living History Park has been transporting visitors back in time since 1999. The historical park, dedicated to preserving the ways of dayto-day life in colonial America, is built on 7.5 acres. Exhibits showcase buildings and events as they would have been 300 years ago, with costumed workers explaining their surroundings to visitors.

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Gregg Park is located at 119A Trolley Line Road, Graniteville. Contact (803) 663-7552 for more information.

ber with vendors and demonstrations, but the park is open year-round and is located at 299 West Spring Grove Ave., North Augusta.

H. Odell Weeks Activities Center/Virginia Acres Park The North Augusta Greeneway Operated by the City of Aiken, the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center is located at 1700 Whiskey Road in Aiken. Nestled within the 46 acres of Virginia Acres Park, the center features two gymnasiums, a fully equipped fitness room, indoor racquetball court, four gathering rooms, two aerobics rooms and a kitchen, all available for public rental. The H.O. Weeks Activities Center hosts a variety of programs and events, including city-run basketball leagues and yoga classes. Contact the office at (803) 642-7631. The Virginia Acres Park is open from sunrise to sunset daily and is open to the public free of charge.

The park boasts two large picnic shelters, two large playground systems, a one-mile walking track, a full size soccer field, four tennis courts, four racquetball courts, two basketball courts and an 18-hole disc golf course.

The Weeks Tennis Center is also located at Virginia Acres. Tennis reservations may be made by calling (803) 642-7739.

Located at 4181 Augusta Road, Clearwater, Harrison-Caver Park is run by the Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department. Featuring ball fields, tennis courts, a community center and playground, the park holds community activities year-round, including summer camps and youth-league soccer.

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Riverview Park Activities Center/Riverview Park The Riverview Park Activities Center, run by the City of North Augusta Department of Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services, is a 94,000 square-foot recreation center in North Augusta’s Riverview Park. Located at 100 Riverview Park Drive, North Augusta, the center, which hosts the annual Nike Peach Jam, features four regulation-size high school basketball courts, an indoor 1/6 mile track for walkers and joggers, a racquetball court and workout room. Other amenities include locker rooms with showers, arts and crafts room, meeting and activity rooms and concessions. Membership to the center is available based on residency.

For more information call (803) 441-4311.

Harrison-Caver Park

A lasting remnant of the Winter Colony Era, Hopelands Gardens is set on the former grounds of the Iselin family estate. Though the family home is gone, the 14-acre gardens provide the people of Aiken with the shaded beauty of live oaks and deodar cedars. Located at Whiskey Road and Dupree Place, Hopelands offers winding paths, goldfish ponds, a natural wetland area, a dollhouse and the Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame.

The City of Aiken hosts the free Summer Concert Series here on Monday evenings during the summer. The gardens are also a popular wedding venue. During the

North Augusta’s beloved seven-mile paved recreational trail, the Greeneway, was built on a former railroad right of way. The trail meanders through the city, forests and neighborhoods, and has three access points: the western terminus at Pisgah Road, the eastern terminus off Riverside Boulevard or at Riverview Park. The Greeneway is regularly patrolled by Public Safety and is open from dawn to dusk.

Riverview Park is North Augusta’s largest public park, situated on almost 150 acres.

The park features access to North Augusta’s Greeneway, a paved 1-mile walking track, two playgrounds, facilities for baseball, softball and tennis, as well as a disc golf course and a picnic pavilion.

Smith-Hazel Recreation Center, Pool and Park

holidays, the gardens host the Lights at Hopelands, which feature more than 1.5 miles of lighted pathways sparkling with more than 100,000 lights.

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The Smith-Hazel Recreation Center, run by the City of Aiken, includes a 4.75-acre park, a recreation center and public swimming pool. The park has one basketball court, two tennis courts, picnic tables and shelter, a walking track and children’s play area. The lifeguarded pool is open to the public and available for private rental. The recreation center holds ongoing activities and events, but meeting rooms, activity rooms, the kitchen and the gym are also

available for rental when not previously reserved. Smith-Hazel Recreation Center is located at 400 Kershaw St., Aiken, and the offices can be reached at (803) 642-7635.

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Aiken County’s fields have long produced a bounty of fruits, vegetables and cash crops to sustain its people. Commercial farms and smaller, independent operations also produce ready-to-eat crops sold directly to consumers at farmers markets and small roadside stands.

Local restaurants also benefit from the area’s fertile soil. Many eateries feature locally grown produce in an effort to provide customers with the freshest ingredients possible. The restaurants featured here are but a taste of the culinary delights that Aiken County has to offer.

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Farms and Agriculture

Historically, cotton was Aiken County’s largest cash crop.

Today, there are still more than 154,000 acres designated as farmland. According to the USDA 2012 Census of Agriculture, the market value of agricultural products sold here was more than $96 million.

Poultry production is the largest segment of farming here.

Chickens for meat, laying hens, turkeys, ducks and geese bring

in more than $76 million, with an astounding 3,697,972 broilers and other meat chickens sold in 2012.

Some of the major grain crops here include corn, winter wheat, oats, sorghum and peanuts. Soybeans are big business as well, with an estimated 4,112 acres planted with the versatile legume. Cotton, while no longer king of the cash crops, is still important, and Aiken County has 4,727 acres planted.

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There are many small family farms that grow a variety of vegetables and fruits here. The Aiken County Farmers Market, located at 115 Williamsburg St. in downtown Aiken, has operated at its current location since 1954. Housed in a shaded structure with tables built

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There, shoppers can find fresh peaches, tomatoes, corn, zucchini, squash, peanuts, onions and plums, as well as a variety of homemade jams and jellies.

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Fresh, locally grown ingredients have always been a piece of the home cook’s repertoire. Here, many residents maintain kitchen gardens, but there are also those who prefer the convenience of a you-pick farm.

Local growers specializing in everything from tomatoes and cucum-

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Smoked, slow-roasted, grilled, pulled and chopped, barbecue is as ubiquitous to Southern life as magnolias and sweet iced tea. Aiken County has a multitude of shops featuring the tasty, meaty morsels sauced up and served with a smile. Barbecue is a dish that varies greatly by region. You’ll find smoked brisket in Texas and dry-rubbed ribs in Memphis. Here in South Carolina, pulled pork is king, and it’s usually served with a tangy mustard-vinegar

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sauce, hash and rice. Among the popular establishments are Carolina Bar-B-Que in New Ellenton, Duke’s Bar-BQue between New Ellenton and Aiken, Bobby’s Bar-B-Q on the Aiken-Augusta Highway and BBQ Barn in North Augusta. In addition to the brick-and-mortar establishments, there are any number of barbecue catering ventures in the area. Many barbecuers have set-ups with enormous portable smokers and grills.

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Evoking memories of Prohibition-era dining and cocktails, the Acropolis adventure at Aiken Speakeasy and Since 1983, Acropolis has dished Eats begins when you type in the out Greek and Italian favorites in a “secret” passcode to enter the rescasual atmosphere. The restaurant taurant’s front door. Smooth jazz is perfect for a family meal of handand music from the ’20s play while made pizza or an intimate dinner patrons enjoy custom-crafted libaof Greek lamb or veal parmigiana.

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Acropolis is located at 1647 Rich- visit acropolisofaiken.com. the wild boar goulash to baby back ribs or a martini that isn’t made from Aiken Brewing Company bathtub gin. The restaurant, located Whether you are looking for a at 126 Laurens St. Aiken, is open for quick, satisfying lunch or a long lunch Tuesday through Friday from evening with friends sharing ales and porters, Aiken Brewing ComBetsy’s on the Corner pany is the spot to be. The beer menu changes almost weekly and features Take a step back in time to a clasall types of hand-crafted brews, sic ’50s era diner when you enter from the “Aiken Natural Blonde” to Betsy’s on the Corner. Located in an “Irish Oatmeal Stout” or “Thor- 10 p.m. and Saturday from noon downtown Aiken, Betsy’s is known oughbred Red.” The menu offers bar to 10 p.m. The bar is open Monday for fresh, homemade soups, salads, classics like wings and cheese fries, through Wednesday from 11 a.m. sandwiches, burgers and more. It is as well as traditional dishes that to midnight, Thursday and Friday also popular for delicious houserange from fresh salads to ribs, pasta from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and Saturday made desserts and milkshakes. and steak. The restaurant, located at from noon to 2 a.m. For more infor- The full-service diner has a friendly 140 Laurens St., Aiken, is open Mon- mation call (803) 502-0707 or visit staff that immediately makes you day through Friday from 11 a.m. to aikenbrewingcompany.com. feel at home. Located at 159 Laurens

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Casa Bella Housed in an 1896 Victorian mansion in downtown Aiken, Casa Bella is an elegant Italian restaurant created by chef-owner Joe Iannelli and his wife and son.

The menu features family recipes that have been tweaked and revised to reflect Chef Joe’s creative talents and the abundance of available local produce.

The restaurant, located at 120 Chesterfield St. in downtown Aiken, is open each evening from 5 to 10 p.m.

For more information call 803-641-3107 or visit www.casabellaitalianrestaurant.com.

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Set in the midst of polo pony pastures and fertile farmland, the General Elliott Inn is a classic bed and breakfast. The inn also has a fine-dining restaurant open to the public on Friday and Saturday evenings by reservation only. The menu features freshly-prepared seafood, such as halibut, walleye and salmon, as well as steaks, pork chops and pasta.

The inn is located at 939 New Bridge Road, Aiken. Reservations may be made by calling (803) 642-8108.

Linda’s Bistro A hidden gem in downtown Aiken, Linda’s Bistro is a chef-owned restaurant perfect for a quietly elegant gourmet dinner. The menu features fresh, all-natural ingredients and dishes that range from innovative to classic favorites. Linda’s Bistro is tucked away at 135 York St., Aiken. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. Call (803) 648-4853.

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Manuel’s Bread Cafe Manuel’s Bread Cafe is located in the master-planned community of Hammond’s Ferry in North Augusta. A unique local farm-totable establishment, a majority of the menu items come from items produced on the restaurant’s Blue Clay Farm. Manuel’s is known for elegantly-prepared dishes in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Located at 505 Railroad Ave., North Augusta, Manuel’s is open for Monday through Wednesday from 11 a.m.

Sunrise Grill The Sunrise Grill in North Augusta is a locally favored spot for breakfast and lunch. The breakfast menu features all the classics, including a favorite dish of light and crispy malted Belgian waffles. For lunch, diners enjoy burgers, sandwiches, reubens and salads. The to 10 p.m., Thursday, Friday and restaurant also has a location in Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Martinez, Ga. The North Augusta Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. restaurant is located at 404 E. MarCall (803) 380-1323 or visit opentable.com for reservations.

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Old McDonald Fish Camp Since 1977 Jay Bass’ family has been dishing out classic Southern seafood at Old McDonald Fish Camp in North Augusta. The unique eatery features catfish, flounder, crab, shrimp and more, coupled with its famous hush puppies. Adventurous diners will also enjoy the frog legs or gator bites.

Set on beautiful farmland, Old McDonald is a favorite with children, who delight in feeding the ducks and turtles, as well as looking at

tintown Road and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call (803) 202-9898 or visit thesunrisegrill. com for more information.

the goats and peacocks that roam the property. The restaurant is open Thursday and Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m. It is located at 355 Currytown Road, North Augusta.

For more information call (803) 279-3305 or oldmcdonaldfishcamp. com.

The Willcox Inn is a beloved Aiken landmark. Its award-winning restaurant is also a local favorite.

The menu features farm-fresh and organic foods, with a focus on locally-sourced ingredients. Whether you choose to unwind with a glass of vintage wine and a gourmet cheese plate or to indulge in a succulent Angus beefsteak, fresh salad and innovative dessert, the Willcox has something for you. Open Monday - Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 10

p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Located at 100 Colleton Ave., SW, Aiken, reservations may be made at (803) 648-1898.

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Aiken County is a unique assembly of people from all over the country. There are natives who still live within three miles of their birthplace, as well as transplants from afar who have come thousands of miles to make Aiken home. Â Where one is born is irrelevant. Once you have smelled the heady scent of honeysuckle in summer or enjoyed a brisk walk through the pines on a chilly fall morning, you will begin to feel the lure of this special place. There is no single reason that people choose to stay in Aiken County. Everyone who calls this place home has his own reason for enjoying the area. Discover some of the factors that make Aiken County a wonderful place to stay.

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Business and industry For the past 30 years, Aiken County’s industrial growth has been aided by the nonprofit Economic Development Partnership. A venture created by the Aiken County Council, the partnership now also includes Edgefield and Saluda counties. The EDP works to attract new businesses and industries in the area. It also publishes current economic statistics and keeps records of available industrial sites for potential investors. The total capital investment in the EDP region from 1984 to 2014 was $9,954,212,000, with 22,263 new jobs created here.

The top 10 industrial employers in Aiken County are: • The Department of Energy (Savannah River Site, accompanying contracts) 11,068 • Amick Farms, poultry processing – 1,800 • Bridgestone PSR Plant, passenger and light truck tires – 1,318 • Kimberly-Clark, consumer paper products – 1,200 • AGY, fiberglass yarn – 610 • Shaw Industries, manufactured fibers – 600 • UPS Customhouse Brokerage, international customhouse brokerage – 490 • Hubbell Power Systems (Ohio Brass), high voltage insulators and

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Education Aiken County is the fifth largest school district in South Carolina, servFor some, private or home school options may be more attractive. Aiken ing nearly 24,000 students. There are 37 elementary, middle and high County has seven private and parochial schools. There are also a number schools, three charter schools and a career and technology center. In the of programs that support sport and art education for children who receive 2013-2014 school year, 11 schools were recognized by the Palmetto Gold their education at home. and Silver program for outstanding academic achievement.

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Aiken Technical College is a public, two-year college that prepares students for industrial and business careers. The college is known for strong partnership programs with local industries that prepare students for specific positions with top employers. About 3,600 students attend the college, studying for any of 28 associate degrees, three diplomas or 55 certificate programs.

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The University of South Carolina Aiken is a public four-year university that was recognized this year for the 11th time by U.S. News and World Report as the top public baccalaureate college in the South. Of the 18 years the magazine has had that designation, USCA has been in the top three each year. The university has about 3,400 students and offers nine undergraduate and three graduate degrees across 28 academic programs.

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Housing From quiet, tree-lined neighborhoods to luxury condominiums in the bustle of downtown, Aiken’s housing market offers a diverse range of options at every price point. Single family homes make up the majority of Aiken’s listings, as well as the majority of available housing in a county that is considered 61 percent urban and 39 percent rural. Many neighborhoods offer amenities geared toward specific clientele. Equestrian communities have extra land space for riding trails, while other neighborhoods focus on golf and the country club lifestyle. Buyers will find a pleasing array of town homes, urban condos, family homes and rural acreage to accommodate virtually every housing requirement.

Retirement Aiken County has received many accolades over the years as a top retirement community. In 2014 CBS News ranked Aiken among the top 10 most affordable cities in which to retire.

A 2015 Forbes unranked list of 25 best suburbs for retirement also included Aiken. Many publications and websites say Aiken is attractive because of a low cost of living, the abundance of cultural and leisure activities and access to excellent healthcare options.

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3 Monkeys Fine Gifts .............................................................................................................................................. 25 Agape Hospice ........................................................................................................................................................ 40 Aiken Antique Mall ................................................................................................................................................. 25 Aiken County Historical Museum ........................................................................................................................ 38 Aiken County Worship ..................................................................................................................................... 30-31 Aiken Regional ................................................................................................................................. 2, 5, 6, 7, 28, 29 Aiken Speakeasy & Eats ......................................................................................................................................... 24 Aiken Technical College......................................................................................................................................... 20 All 4 the Dog ............................................................................................................................................................ 32 Allstate – Andrew Siders ......................................................................................................................................... 9 Allstate – Tom Young .............................................................................................................................................. 38 Antiques & More ..................................................................................................................................................... 38 Atlantic Broadband ................................................................................................................................................ 60 Better Homes & Gardens ............................................................................................................. 35, 37, 39, 41, 43 Bragg Heating Company, Inc. .............................................................................................................................. 38 Carolina Company ............................................................................................................................ 51, Back Cover Carolina Musculoskeletal Institute........................................................................................................................ 3 City of North Augusta ............................................................................................................................................ 14 Coldwell Bankers United ....................................................................................................................................... 49 Connie’s Framing .................................................................................................................................................... 24 Cumberland Village................................................................................................................................................ 63 Discover the CSRA .................................................................................................................................................. 38 Downtown Aiken .............................................................................................................................................. 24-25 Downtown Dog ....................................................................................................................................................... 24 Dream Dance Academy ......................................................................................................................................... 38 Economic Development Partnership.................................................................................................................. 23 Edisto Realty ............................................................................................................................................................ 53 Family Medcenter ................................................................................................................................................... 25 Furniture Connection ............................................................................................................................................ 42 George Funeral Home............................................................................................................................................ 24 Gracie Waters........................................................................................................................................................... 46 Gregg Park Civic Center......................................................................................................................................... 38 Grumpy’s of Aiken .................................................................................................................................................... 8 Houndslake Realty ................................................................................................................................................. 27 Hutson-Etherredge Companies ........................................................................................................................... 24 Jack Rogers Tire....................................................................................................................................................... 38 Kim Cooper ................................................................................................................................................................ 8 Marketplace Paints ................................................................................................................................................. 24 Marsha Brackman ..................................................................................................................................................... 9 Meybohm Realtors ................................................................................................................................................... 4 Mr. Central..........................................................................................................................................................13, 47 Mr. Flush 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Napier, DMD ............................................................................................................................................ 60 Sandra Willis ............................................................................................................................................................ 12 Security Federal Bank ............................................................................................................................................ 38 Shadow Oaks/Pepper Hills.................................................................................................................................... 15 South Aiken Baptist Christian School ................................................................................................................. 59 Southside Pediatrics .............................................................................................................................................. 59 Staghorn Townhomes............................................................................................................................................ 11 Starworks Events .................................................................................................................................................... 25 Thru Time & Ages LLC ............................................................................................................................................ 25 Town of Ridge Spring............................................................................................................................................. 17 Tracey Turner ........................................................................................................................................................... 58 Unique Expressions................................................................................................................................................ 21 USC Aiken................................................................................................................................................................. 34 Wayne’s Automotive .............................................................................................................................................. 32 Woodside Plantation ............................................................................................................................................. 36 Woodside-Aiken Realty ......................................................................................................................................... 19

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