MARCH 9, 1911 The first cross-country flight in the Southeast took place on this date in 1911 when Frank Coffyn of the Wright training school took off from a field in west Augusta and flew his biplane on a leisurely path to Aiken, a 28-mile trip that took 31 minutes. From the aviation camp near […]

The CJB Outreach’s mission is to provide immediate and impactful assistance to women-led households. We believe that a woman should never be in a position where her children are in jeopardy due to not having the resources to fight for custody, food, shelter, or assets. By taking the stress and pressure from a situation, women […]

Dr. Bobby Donaldson is the Executive Director of the Center for Civil Rights History and Research at the University of South Carolina, where he focuses on preserving and studying the history of the Civil Rights Movement in South Carolina, particularly through research, public outreach, and educational programs; he is an Associate Professor of History at […]

Tenor Nicklaus Porter is an active operatic performer from Augusta, Georgia. He left his home town in pursuit of furthering his education in music, earning his double eagle from Georgia Southern University with a M.M. in Vocal Performance, under the direction of Dr. Arikka Gregory and Dr. Jonathan Murphy, and B.M. in both Vocal Performance […]

For many years, the Rotary Club of Aiken has awarded scholarships to worthy students. We awarded a $7,500 scholarship to 23 students from the Class of 2024 for a total of $172,500. This scholarship is open to all 2025 graduating high school students who live in Area 1 or attend an Area 1 school, including […]

Quantum science presents both significant risks and opportunities, particularly in cybersecurity and technology development. While quantum computing could revolutionize fields like medicine and materials science, it also poses a threat to current encryption methods, potentially exposing sensitive data. Here's a more detailed look at the risks and opportunities: Opportunities: Revolutionizing Industries: Quantum computing could revolutionize […]

Each spring, the South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) recognizes a local developer who has made a significant difference in his or her community. This year’s winner of SCEDA’s Local Developer of the Year award is Will Williams, president and CEO of Economic Development Partnership (EDP) — a non-profit, public-private development corporation focused solely on […]

Hardee has served over 30 years in education in South Carolina, including 15 at Central Carolina Technical College. He has been honored by Coastal Carolina University with the Outstanding Alumni award as well as the Sumter Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Achievement Award. Prior to entering higher education administration 15 years ago, he served as a […]

The Augusta Regional Transportation Study (ARTS) requires involvement by policy makers, technical staff, and citizens in order to address the various aspects of the transportation planning process. The Augusta-Richmond County Planning Commission, recognized as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), in cooperation with the Georgia Department of Transportation and the South Carolina Department of Transportation, is […]

Gary Stooksbury has been CEO of Aiken Electric Cooperative since 1995. Aiken Electric serves around 52,000 members in a nine-county service territory in rural South Carolina. He has more than 50 years of experience with management and finance/administration positions in the electric utility business. AEConnect, Aiken Electric’s broadband provider, delivers fiber optic internet throughout its […]

Marty has 40 years of experience in public service which began in 1985 when he joined the G.V.W. Volunteer Fire Department. He remained a member until 2000, when he departed with the rank of Captain. Marty started his Law Enforcement Career as a Public Safety Officer at the Aiken Department of Public Safety in 1989. […]