The public is invited to the 11th Annual S.C. Lupus Walk presented by Crowning Lupus, 9-11AM, at O'Dell Weeks Center.
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Volunteers are needed for the 2nd Annual Umoja Village Unity Weekend, Oct. 18-21. Volunteers are needed for Shoutfest Unityfest and our 2nd Annual Unity Golf Tournament. The volunteer form is located on our website under Unity Weekend, or you call 803-226-0150.
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Whether you’re looking for a new career, brushing up on your skills, or just learning for enjoyment, the Office of Continuing Education has the programs you want. To stay competitive in today’s job market, your training must be continually updated.
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Applications now accepted until April 15th for the recently vacated Supervisor at the Center For African American History, Art, and Culture. To request details including full-time salary, responsibilities, and application, call 803-226-0150.
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Some local organizations have received a helping hand from Aiken's Umoja Village. Umoja Village recently awarded a total of $30,000 to 10 community organizations.
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African American Law Enforcement Officer Lucas Grant seeks your support in his bid to become Aiken County Sheriff. Tickets on sale now for his fundraiser to be held this Saturday, March 30th. Click "Calendar" on umojavillage.com.
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Tomorrow (3/9), the public is invited to the campaign launch of James Hankinson who will be running for the Aiken County Council District 8 seat currently held by PK Hightower. 11 a.m., 769 York St., NE in Aiken.
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Tomorrow at 5:30 p.m., Aiken City Council will discuss how to spend the remaining $8.5 million of Plutonium Settlement funds. Let's make our presence and opinions known.
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Aiken County, S.C. – The District’s Chief Officer of Operations and Student Services Dr. Corey Murphy will take on an even larger role beginning in the 2024-25 school year as Superintendent of Aiken County Public Schools. “I consider this to be the honor of my life,” the veteran educator and Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel commented.
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The Masters Golf Tournament is holding its final local job fair tomorrow, Saturday, Jan. 27th, 9AM-1PM, the Legends Club, 2701 Washington Road, Suite B. Applications to work available now on jobs.masters.com. Ages 16 and up can apply. Pay rates vary.
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Did you know the Democratic Presidential primary takes place in Aiken County on Saturday, Feb. 3rd and the Republican primary on Saturday, Feb. 24th? Polling precincts have been significantly consolidated. Umoja Village has placed on our website a document that lists all the locations and other pertinent info. PLEASE READ AND PREPARE! Early voting for Feb. 3rd started yesterday!
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The City of Aiken will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Jan. 25th, 5:30 p.m., at the Lessie Price Center to get your feedback on how to use the city's Community Development Block Grant dollars. We surprised the county with better attendance than ever before. So, let's do the same with the City.
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It is the mission of the Lower Savannah Council of Governments to work with and on behalf of local governments to develop, implement and administer plans, programs and projects in cooperation with local, state and national stakeholders, to improve the quality of life for residents in the Lower Savannah Region.
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Umoja Village is preparing for four large events this year! We hope you make plans to celebrate all aspects of unity, community, education, and fun with us! Stay tuned for more details.
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Students, there is an education scholarship trust fund program that is currently available for qualified families in South Carolina. This opportunity is available for 5000 students to receive $6000 per school year and is a first come first serve basis.
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Tickets for Umoja Village's 3rd Annual Black History Month Community Celebration are $15. This event sells out each year. Purchase on umojavillage.com or at our center. Event takes place Sunday, Feb. 4th, 3 p.m., Lessie Price Senior & Youth Center. Includes meal. We are grateful to awesome sponsors who help to keep this event affordable.
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After 30 years of pastoring at Second Baptist Church of Aiken, Pastor Douglas Slaughter will retire effective December 31st. He plans to move to Dallas, Texas, to join his wife, Mrs. Kelley Cornish, who is president of the T.D. Jake's Foundation. However, he will still be active in Aiken and travel back and forth.
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Gospel artist Rudy Currence will be the special guest artist for the "Jesus Is The Reason For The Season" Christmas concert this Saturday, 5 p.m., at the Ebenezer SDA Church, 1699 Olive Road in Augusta. Free admission.
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The Richard Johnson, Jr. Umoja Village Resource Center is open for business. Our open house at our new location was nothing short of amazing! To God be the glory!
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On tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 14th, 4:00 p.m., Mrs. PK Hightower will be sworn in on the Aiken County Council, at the Aiken County Government building. The public is invited.
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