Life + Culture

Where Wanderlust Meets Southern Comfort

An Enchanting Glamping Escape Inspired by Gypsy Vanner Horses, History and the Art of Slowing Down on a Peaceful Farm Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Down South Gypsy Glamping is the kind of place that feels discovered rather than booked, a hidden retreat where history, horses and Southern hospitality come together to create something truly unforgettable. Tucked away on a peaceful working horse farm, the glamping wagon offers guests an experience that feels both...

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When Love Runs the Business

How Local Couples Balance Love, Work and Entrepreneurship Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Working side by side, love and business can be a delicate dance, but for some couples, it’s the perfect rhythm. In Aiken and beyond, several local couples are proving that sharing both life and livelihood can be equal parts rewarding, challenging and joyful. Elier and Jessica Alberto are the owners of Rhumba, a vibrant Latin restaurant in downtown Aiken. Their story began in Miami...

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Hearts for Hope

Turning Love into Action for Aiken’s Children Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence Love is expressed in countless forms, but it shows up most powerfully when a community comes together to shield its children. This Valentine’s season the Child Advocacy Center of Aiken County (CAC) invites neighbors and friends to celebrate at “Hearts for Hope: Love in Action for Aiken’s Children” an intimate dinner party steeped in compassion and a responsibility to protect Aiken’s most vulnerable population...

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Community Through Picklebell

A Welcoming Sport Connecting Couples, Family and Friend with Fun Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Pickleball has quickly earned a reputation as one of the most welcoming sports around, and in Aiken, it’s doing far more than filling courts. It’s bringing people together across generations, skill levels and life stages, proving that competition and connection can go hand in hand. For couples, families and friends, pickleball has become a shared language built on laughter...