Daily editionMonday, July 13th, 2026

Good morning, Aiken.

The 5AM Aiken Team

Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of July.

Government

South Carolina leaders offered tributes after Senator Lindsey Graham died.
Gov. McMaster, Sen. Tim Scott & other state officials expressed their condolences for his service and dedication to the Palmetto State.
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Mallard Lake, a city-owned retention pond, was fully drained in late May for repairs on its outdated outlet control structure; workers are on track to complete the new installation by July 28 — after which the pond will start refilling and wildlife will return.
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Aiken County leaders remembered former senator Lindsey Graham, with Debbie Epling sharing a personal memory and Barbara McAvoy hoping for a strong replacement.
Gov. McMaster will appoint a new senator as filings open (July 21-28) and a primary is set for Aug. 11.
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Aiken Baseball Club beat Dutch Fork Post 193 in a best-of-three series on July 10 to advance in the American Legion playoffs.
They will face Lexington Post 7 AAA today at 7 p.m. at Gilbert High School.
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