Daily editionWednesday, August 5th, 2026
Good morning, Aiken.
The 5AM Aiken Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Community
Aiken’s historic Fermata Club, built in 1929, will begin exterior renovations in the next two months to replace its roof, restore its porch, and repaint the building using state grant funds.
Non-member rentals, including events like weddings and reunions, are expected to reopen by year’s end.
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Aiken County nonprofit will host Vegas Night (a casino-style fundraiser) to benefit its day program for people with disabilities.
The event will offer community members a chance to support a local cause.
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Government
Aiken County officials are examining proposals to upgrade the wastewater treatment plant — the review will continue in coming weeks with a focus on modernizing the facility and meeting updated environmental standards.
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Health
The bat found near North Court and Mealing Road and a fox seen near Walker and Rogers Cemetery roads in Aiken County tested positive for rabies on July 31, with one dog now quarantined and one person referred to care (residents are advised not to handle wild animals).
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