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Daily editionSaturday, October 17th, 2026

Good morning, Aiken.

The 5AM Aiken Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of October.

Community

  1. Builders are working to complete the Miller House to offer free accommodations for families while their child is treated at the local children's hospital + community members have left supportive messages on its framework.

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Culture

  1. History buff Kent Cubbage leads Haunted History Tours downtown Oct. 29-31 at 6:30 p.m. from St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church’s graveyard.

    The walking tour covers four blocks with five stops and lasts about 1 hour 20 minutes; tickets cost $20 for adults + $15 for youth.

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  2. Brooke USA's Ponies & Pearls returns to New Bridge Polo & Country Club on Oct. 18, bringing polo, fashion and philanthropy to celebrate Aiken’s equestrian spirit + the fifth annual event will feature a polo match, fashion show and guest appearances to support equine welfare.

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  3. Aiken’s new amphitheater named for Rick Osbon was dedicated at an inaugural concert at Aiken Towne Park yesterday, and the free music series will continue through November 27 in the mixed-use development (formerly the Aiken Mall).

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  4. The Western Carolina State Fair in Aiken holds daily ride safety inspections before opening, as staff checks 38 rides each day to ensure families enjoy the fair safely (safety remains the top priority).

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Health

  1. A boil water advisory was issued on Friday for parts of North Augusta and Clearwater (on the 200 block of Hillside Drive and Belview Drive) after an unexpected main water break; residents must boil tap water for at least one minute before using it until further notice.

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Sports

  1. Lakeside and Grovetown will face off in a 6A match as both teams aim to get back on track — the contest is set for a future date at local fields.

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  2. Under the Lights Week 9 highlights recently aired on News 12 at 11 include Grovetown defeating Lakeside in a tight contest.

    Sports previews featured upcoming match-ups in 6A and a game between South Aiken and North Augusta, with Kayla Lopez shining during this week’s tailgate.

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  3. North Augusta football beat South Aiken 10 to 7 on Oct. 16 after a last-minute field goal from kicker Jacob DeGennaro, keeping the Jackets undefeated in region play while South Aiken fell to 1 to 2 & both teams showed strong defensive plays.

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  4. Kayla Lopez impressed at a local tailgate as fans prepared for the Week 9 game between South Aiken and North Augusta & enjoyed food and fun at the pre-game event.

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