29 Jan 2018
Join us on this edition of Aiken This Week as Public Safety Officers Tony Bell and Bubba Williams give us insight into the unique traffic patterns of Aiken and how both pedestrians and drivers can travel through downtown safely.
- 2 participants
- 3 minutes
27 Dec 2017
Join us as we interview personal trainers Lori Comshaw and April Waters in the Odell Weeks Fitness Room. Take a look at getting into the fitness room as part of your New Years Resolutions!
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes
29 Nov 2017
For this edition of Aiken This Week, we're chatting with Tourism Coordinator Mary Rosbach and with Aiken Downtown Development Association's Haley Knight about all of the events both organizations are putting on in the next few festive weeks.
- 3 participants
- 6 minutes
22 Nov 2017
This week, we're introducing you to Tracy Lott, our Interim Human Resources Manager. Tracy is a longtime employee of the City of Aiken and we're grateful for her work - so today, we're featuring her role!
- 2 participants
- 8 minutes
6 Nov 2017
On this edition of Aiken This Week, we introduce you to City of Aiken Director of Public Works Michelle Jones to speak about the next steps in the tree inventory process and our public information drop-in session
- 1 participant
- 20 minutes
18 Oct 2017
This week's edition of Aiken This Week introduces us to TaKima "TK" Butler to discuss Aiken Department of Public Safety's Police Athletic League, a nonprofit organization organized to provide athletic + recreational activities for children who may not be afforded the opportunity to participate in standard athletic programs.
- 2 participants
- 10 minutes
12 Oct 2017
Aiken This Week features City Engineer Pearce Atkins, speaking on the City's hard work repairing erosion and drainage issues at the Chesterfield Street Bridge.
- 2 participants
- 10 minutes
4 Oct 2017
Watch this edition of Aiken This Week where we speak with those individuals who played a major role in securing the Lieutenant Governor's Office on Aging Grant for Permanent Improvement Programs, which will enable the development of the Eustis Park Senior Center
- 5 participants
- 8 minutes
27 Sep 2017
Aiken This Week introduces you to Joe Patterson, Manager of the Aiken County Farmers Market, as we discuss the new initiative allowing residents to use SNAP benefits to purchase fresh produce at the Market
- 2 participants
- 9 minutes
20 Sep 2017
Aiken This Week introduces you to John Carman and Dr. Elise Fox, members of the City of Aiken's Energy and Environmental Committee, to speak on the committee's upcoming Solar 101 Workshops.
- 2 participants
- 9 minutes
24 Apr 2017
Leadership Aiken County's current class invites the community to support their project, the addition of a cottage to Aiken's Nurture Home.
Guests Include:
• Lisa Tindal, Executive Director of Nurture Home
• Sam Radford, City of Aiken Recreation Supervisor & Leadership Aiken County Participant
Guests Include:
• Lisa Tindal, Executive Director of Nurture Home
• Sam Radford, City of Aiken Recreation Supervisor & Leadership Aiken County Participant
- 3 participants
- 13 minutes
17 Apr 2017
Earth Day Aiken 2017 is coming up! Learn more at www.earthdayaiken.org.
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes
30 Mar 2017
City of Aiken Tourism Supervisor Jenny Burghardt shares details about an upcoming workshop for tourism parntners:
Social Media & Digital Content Management Workshop
April 18, 2017, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
$15 registration fe (lunch included)
Tourism partners who are interested in attending can register by emailing Jenny @ jburghardt@cityofaikensc.gov, calling (803) 644-1907, or by visiting the Visitors Center & Train Museum.
Also coming up in April:
•Hopelands Concert Series starts Monday, April 3
•Horses & Courses Art Walk, April 4 in downtown
•Extra opportunities to experience the Historic Aiken Trolley Tour (contact Visitors Center for details)
In June, Farmers Market in the Alley is each Thursday night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Social Media & Digital Content Management Workshop
April 18, 2017, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
$15 registration fe (lunch included)
Tourism partners who are interested in attending can register by emailing Jenny @ jburghardt@cityofaikensc.gov, calling (803) 644-1907, or by visiting the Visitors Center & Train Museum.
Also coming up in April:
•Hopelands Concert Series starts Monday, April 3
•Horses & Courses Art Walk, April 4 in downtown
•Extra opportunities to experience the Historic Aiken Trolley Tour (contact Visitors Center for details)
In June, Farmers Market in the Alley is each Thursday night from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- 2 participants
- 10 minutes
27 Mar 2017
Planning directors from both the City and County of Aiken recap the progress on improvements to the Whiskey Road Corridor, which stretches from Highway 278 in New Ellenton to South Boundary in Aiken. Public input is still welcome and needed to help guide the project and its priority intersections.
Guests include:
• Stephen Strohminger, Aiken County Planning and Development Director
• Ryan Bland, City of Aiken Planning Director
Guests include:
• Stephen Strohminger, Aiken County Planning and Development Director
• Ryan Bland, City of Aiken Planning Director
- 3 participants
- 17 minutes
13 Mar 2017
Lower Savannah Council of Governments is conducting a transit study in Aiken County, the results of which will steer future development of the Best Friend Express bus service and other transportation options in the area.
Guests include:
• Dr. William Molnar, Executive Director of Lower Savannah Council of Goverments
• Joel Rey, Principal and VP and Director of Transportation and Transit Solutions, Tindale Oliver
Guests include:
• Dr. William Molnar, Executive Director of Lower Savannah Council of Goverments
• Joel Rey, Principal and VP and Director of Transportation and Transit Solutions, Tindale Oliver
- 3 participants
- 13 minutes
6 Mar 2017
Museum Coordinator and local author Lisa Hall shares the many events at Aiken's Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame, celebrating Aiken's equestrian heritage.
- 2 participants
- 14 minutes
6 Feb 2017
Aiken This Week introduces Tim O'Briant, the City of Aiken's Communications Manager.
- 2 participants
- 18 minutes
23 Jan 2017
Aiken This Week visits North Aiken Elementary for a closer look at Aiken Department of Public Safety's Bikes and Books reading initiative. The program starts January 20, 2017, and volunteers are needed to work one-on-one with students.
Guests include:
• Lt. Karl Odenthal, Aiken Public Safety Community Services
• Cat Hamilton, North Aiken Elem. Reading Coach
Guests include:
• Lt. Karl Odenthal, Aiken Public Safety Community Services
• Cat Hamilton, North Aiken Elem. Reading Coach
- 3 participants
- 19 minutes
16 Jan 2017
Each year Dr. Martin Luther King's birthday is celebrated with a community-wide event in Aiken, and Stephanie Franklin, chairwoman of the event's planning committee, joins Aiken This Week to share the event's details and how families and individuals can be a part.
- 2 participants
- 15 minutes
19 Dec 2016
Aiken This Week visits recycling partner Dumpster Depot to discuss the relationship between Dumpster Depot and the City of Aiken, and to share changes to the City's recycling program that take effect January 9, 2017.
Guests include:
• Norman Dunagan, Founder of Dumpster Depot
• Sarah Herring, City of Aiken Public Works
Guests include:
• Norman Dunagan, Founder of Dumpster Depot
• Sarah Herring, City of Aiken Public Works
- 3 participants
- 25 minutes
9 Nov 2016
City of Aiken Planning Director Ryan Bland shares his background in city planning, what let him and his family to Aiken, and the departmental approach to Aiken's Comprehensive Plan, which has been under review in 2016.
- 2 participants
- 29 minutes
31 Oct 2016
Stephanie Franklin, Chairwoman of Women In Philanthropy, and Sharon Rogers, President of United Way of Aiken County, share the purpose and impact of the Women In Philanthropy organization.
- 3 participants
- 26 minutes
24 Oct 2016
Richard Johnson, chair of the Municipal Election Commission, joins Aiken this week to explain the purpose and functions of the commission and the steps involved in conduction an election for the City of Aiken.
- 2 participants
- 28 minutes
19 Sep 2016
Paul Matthews, Director of Aiken County Emergency Management, and Janice Hoffman, Executive Director of Aiken County Help Line - 211, talk about the resources that are coordinated throughout the county and the state in the event of an emergency and what residents can do to prepare and stay informed in the event of a crisis.
- 3 participants
- 36 minutes
5 Sep 2016
Members of the Senior Commission describe the purpose and functions of the commission. Guests include:
• Linda Lucas, Senior Commission Chair
• Elizabeth Neal, Senior Commission Co-Chair
• Rasheka Gaines, City of Aiken Recreation Program Coordinator
• Linda Lucas, Senior Commission Chair
• Elizabeth Neal, Senior Commission Co-Chair
• Rasheka Gaines, City of Aiken Recreation Program Coordinator
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
5 Aug 2016
City of Aiken City Manager John Klimm drops in to look back at his first year as Aiken's city manager.
- 2 participants
- 27 minutes
1 Aug 2016
Finance Department Director Kim Abney and Jamie Carter, Accounts Receivable Supervisor, discuss the new City of Aiken Budget for the upcoming fiscal year and its new format and presentation, and the City's new option to accept City-related payments online through CityofAikenSC.gov.
- 3 participants
- 21 minutes
4 Jul 2016
Engineering & Utilities Director George Grinton and Rick Toole, President of W. R. Toole Engineering, Inc., discuss specifics on the City of Aiken's infrastructure and strategies for efficiently maintaining the various facets of the City's public services.
- 3 participants
- 29 minutes
16 May 2016
Lex Kirkland, Joy Gillespie and Courtney Clyburn Pope, join Aiken this week to talk about their individual roles in the City Manager's office.
- 4 participants
- 33 minutes
2 May 2016
Jeff Metz, Athletics and Tourism Superintendent; and Seth Holley, Athletics Supervisor; join Aiken This Week for a look ahead to summer activities, events, and sports.
- 3 participants
- 29 minutes
25 Apr 2016
Ben Harm, a Leadership Aiken County board member and 2016 Class Coordinator, and Jessica Campbell, member of the 2015-16 Leadership Aiken County program, share the group's selected project as well as the organization's mission and purpose.
- 3 participants
- 26 minutes
18 Apr 2016
PRT Director Jessica Campbell shares details of the ongoing Northside Park development, along with other improvements to City parks and recreation facilities with capital improvement funds.
- 2 participants
- 29 minutes
11 Apr 2016
Aiken This Week travels to the beautiful Sage Valley Golf Club in Graniteville, SC. Representatives from the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley Golf Club describe the history of the tournament, the club and the charitable giving, which benefits the First Tee of Aiken and of Augusta, among others.
- 19 participants
- 32 minutes
4 Apr 2016
Jenny Burghart (Tourism Supervisor), Kim Coleman (Recreation Superintendent), and Avery Spears-Mahoney (Executive Director, Aiken Downtown Development Association) detail the upcoming Horses & Courses Art Walk in Downtown Aiken on April 5, 2016, along with other special events during Masters week for visitors and residents alike.
- 4 participants
- 21 minutes
28 Mar 2016
Chrissy Miller and Sam Radford share details of upcoming spring and summer programs from Parks, Recreation, & Tourism.
- 3 participants
- 27 minutes
21 Mar 2016
Members of the City of Aiken Arts Commission discuss the commission's mission and purpose.
- 4 participants
- 32 minutes
22 Feb 2016
Aiken Public Safety Community Resources Coordinator Cynthia Griffin and Town Creek Baptist Church Senior Pastor Clint Smith discuss the Aiken Safe Communities program, the role the Action Team plays in offering assistance to felons upon release from prison, and how community members can help.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
8 Feb 2016
Meet John McMichael, the City of Aiken's Business Vitality Manager. John discusses his new role, his history in Aiken, and the path forward for business in Aiken.
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John McMichael–Business Vitality Manager
(803) 502-4994
jmcmichael@cityofaikensc.gov
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John McMichael–Business Vitality Manager
(803) 502-4994
jmcmichael@cityofaikensc.gov
- 2 participants
- 34 minutes
4 Jan 2016
Aiken This Week introduces Aiken's newly installed mayor, Rick Osbon, and his wife Angie.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
30 Nov 2015
Sam Radford and Chrissey Miller, both Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Directors for the City of Aiken, outline the City's plans for Christmas in Hopelands, the annual Tree Lighting, Breakfast with Santa, and many more activities to celebrate the holidays.
- 3 participants
- 25 minutes
23 Nov 2015
Jenny Burghardt, Tourism Supervisor, and Avery Spears-Mahoney, Executive Director of the Aiken Downtown Development Association, share the holiday plans for Downtown Aiken and explain the extensive collaboration between the City and the Association to promote the downtown area.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
11 Oct 2015
Meet McDonald Law, chair of the Design Review Board. Mr. Law introduces himself and the function of DRB in the City of Aiken.
- 2 participants
- 29 minutes
5 Oct 2015
Fire Captain Brian Brazier announces Fire Prevention Week and shares information on fire safety, how to maintain fire alarms, and also details of the Crosland Park Fire Alarm Blitz on October 10, 2015.
- 2 participants
- 25 minutes
28 Sep 2015
Tommy Thompson (Aiken County Director of Emergency Services), Paul Matthews (Aiken County Emergency Manager), and Assitant City Manager Stuart Bedenbaugh dig in to the City and County roles in responding to medical emergencies and natural disasters, and how City and County residents can prepare themselves for various emergencies.
- 4 participants
- 31 minutes
21 Sep 2015
Human Resources Director Alicia Davis and Assistant City Manager Stuart Bedenbaugh give insight to working in the City Manager's office and explain the City's business and employment relationship with the surrounding community, including procurement and hiring.
- 4 participants
- 31 minutes
14 Sep 2015
Museum Coordinator Lisa Hall, from the Aiken Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame, explains her role, the history of the facility, how horses become part of the Hall of Fame, and when it is open to visitors.
- 2 participants
- 30 minutes
7 Sep 2015
Master Public Safety Officer Chad Cathcart explains the downtown traffic pattern and shares tips for safely navigating Aiken's one-way streets and pedestrian walkways. Aiken's Character First banner designer Linda Prior Hunley and Schofield English teacher Sally Jenkins introduce the new Character Banners for downtown, explain how the 12 new traits were selected, and describe how the Character First program reaches the community.
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
31 Aug 2015
Planning Commission Chair Liz Stewart discusses the purpose of the Planning Commission, its role in assisting City Council in decision-making, and how the Commission works with the City Planning Department.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
24 Aug 2015
City of Aiken Horticulturist and Arborist Tom Rapp joins Aiken This Week to discuss his responsibilities and how his department keeps the City of Aiken beautiful.
- 2 participants
- 31 minutes
17 Aug 2015
Sabina Craig, Assistant to the Director of Engineering & Utilities, explains the City of Aiken's involvement and responsibility with stormwater and how residents can help in the City's efforts.
- 3 participants
- 29 minutes
3 Aug 2015
Recreation Coordinators Rasheka Gaines of the H. Odell Weeks Activity Center and Adea Jackson of the Smith-Hazel Recreation Center describe the variety of activities, programs, and events for senior citizens in the City of Aiken.
- 3 participants
- 30 minutes
27 Jul 2015
Athletic / Tourism Superintendent Jeff Metz talks about facilities, athletic activities, and tourism in the City of Aiken.
- 2 participants
- 30 minutes
20 Jul 2015
Interim Planning Director Tommy Paradise and Engineering & Utilities Department Director George Grinton discuss the purposes of their respective departments, the roles they play in advancing the City of Aiken, and upcoming plans and issues related to city planning and development.
- 3 participants
- 33 minutes
13 Jul 2015
Aiken Department of Public Safety returns to Aiken This Week with Lt. Ben Harm, Lt. Jake Mahoney and Sgt. Celeina Dobbs to discuss recruitment and training.
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
6 Jul 2015
Aiken This Week welcomes Jenny Burghardt, Tourism Supervisor for the City of Aiken.
- 2 participants
- 30 minutes
29 Jun 2015
Chief Charles Barranco, Captain Phil Kestin, and former ADPS Cheif Carrol Busbee discuss the origins of Aiken's Department of Public Safety, its growth to a nationally accredited operation, and its impact in the community.
- 4 participants
- 30 minutes
15 Jun 2015
Cynthia Woodberry, Emory Langston, and Lt. Karl Odenthal talk with Aiken This Week about progress and the future of neighborhoods in the City of Aiken.
- 4 participants
- 28 minutes
19 May 2015
Aiken This Week sits down with Nathan Campbell, the City of Aiken's Business License Manager, to discuss the newly implemented Hospitality Tax and what Aiken businesses need to know before it goes into effect.
We discuss:
• When the Hospitality Tax takes effect
• Which businesses are affected
• Rates
• Dues dates
• Penalties for nonpayment
• Frequency of payment
• What sale items are included under the tax
• How to prepare for collection
Anyone with questions about the Hospitality Tax can contact Nathan Campbell directly at (803) 642-7642, licenses@cityofaikensc.gov, or visit www.cityofaikensc.gov for more information.
We discuss:
• When the Hospitality Tax takes effect
• Which businesses are affected
• Rates
• Dues dates
• Penalties for nonpayment
• Frequency of payment
• What sale items are included under the tax
• How to prepare for collection
Anyone with questions about the Hospitality Tax can contact Nathan Campbell directly at (803) 642-7642, licenses@cityofaikensc.gov, or visit www.cityofaikensc.gov for more information.
- 2 participants
- 4 minutes
