Daily editionSaturday, October 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Aiken.
The 5AM Aiken Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of October.
Community
The Aiken Standard will honor local veterans with a special section on Tuesday, Nov. 10, and is accepting submissions including a photo & veteran details until Friday, Dec. 6 via drop-off or email.
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Duck Dash is set to raise funds for A Place to Dream (which has provided over 2,000 beds since 2017) as local organizers address the growing YMCA waitlist for children’s beds.
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Business
Roschele and Ken Buraszeski launched Sweet B’s in February at 137 Laurens Street, where the new ice cream shop serves hand-scooped treats, milkshakes and soft serve alongside unique gift finds.
The store is open (Wednesday to Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday from noon) to welcome local visitors.
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Health
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism and the Senior Commission will host a free program called Healthy Living and Technology Made Simple: Is AI a Friend or Foe? on Oct. 22 at 9 a.m. at Lessie B. Price Senior and Youth Center to help seniors learn how AI can support everyday tasks while highlighting its risks.
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Sports
Blackville-Hilda won 34-28 in overtime at Wagener-Salley on Oct. 2 as running back Jayden Peeples scored key touchdowns (he has over 1,200 rushing yards) and both teams will play on Oct. 9.
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Under the Lights Week 7 presents local sports highlights and scores plus viewers can tune in every Friday at 11 on News 12 to catch the latest updates.
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Greenbriar defeated Grovetown 35-0 Friday night in a football match that showcased a strong offense and defense.
The win sets the stage for a competitive week 7 matchup.
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Coach E'mond Brown prepares the Wagener-Salley team for their Week 7 matchup against Blackville-Hilda, with kickoff set for 7:30 today at Wagener.
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