Life + Culture

Fairways, Friends, Tradition

A Memorable Day for Aiken’s Business Leaders at the Historic Aiken Golf Club Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy A golden South Carolina sun cast shadows over the first tee as a group of Aiken’s local business owners gathered for their men’s day out at the beloved Aiken Golf Club. These gentlemen from all walks of life and professions came together at one of their local favorites for golf. Laughter and friendly banter quickly filled the warm southern air. Club owner Jim...

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From Service to Shine

Aiken’s Chris Williams Transforms his Passion into First Class Detailing Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Chris Williams has called Aiken home since he was a small child. His father moved their family here to pursue a career in law enforcement and from an early age, Williams felt the same calling. After graduating from high school, he followed in his father’s footsteps and joined the Aiken County Sheriff's Office at just 21 years old. Over the next 15 years, he dedicated...

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From Trick Shots to Tour Dreams

George Bryan IV Shares Golf Passion through Viral Videos Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Source For George Bryan IV, golf has always been more than just a game; it’s been a part of who he is since he was a child. Growing up in a golf-centric family with a father who played professionally and ran a golf academy, Bryan’s path seemed destined from the start. Working alongside his father and spending countless hours around the game, he naturally gravitated toward the sport. Golf wasn’t...

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Rising Southern Star

Meet Luke Moore, the Voice of a New Musical Generation Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Rebecca Judy At just 25 years old, Luke Moore is carving out a sound that's as soulful as the South he calls home. Moore is a rising talent in the Aiken music scene, blending gritty southern rock, heartfelt country and smooth Motown influences into a style that's uniquely his own. With a guitar in hand and stories in his songs, he's capturing hearts—and turning heads—with every...

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BetterMan: Becoming the Man God Called You to Be

Cedar Creek Church is providing a clear path through a faith-driven movement helping men live life in a Christ-centered way. Article by Ashley Elvis and Sam Radford | Photography by Rebecca Judy In today’s world, masculinity is often misunderstood or misrepresented. With so many competing voices, it can feel overwhelming to discern what it truly means to be a man. This fall, Cedar Creek Church is offering BetterMan, a group designed to help men find clarity and purpose. BetterManis more than...

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Aiken Ag & Art Tour 

Connecting the Aiken Community with Local Farmers and Artisans Article by Ashley Elvis | Photography by Ag + Art Tour Spring is here! And with it comes sweet, juicy strawberries, vases of fresh cut flowers, local honey and jams, blueberries fresh off the vine and colorful salads full of garden veggies all thanks to our local farmers and artisans, many who are participating in the third annual Aiken Ag & Art Tour. Join along for a chance to visit farms and markets in the area, see where our...

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Mother-Daughter Duo Build Community Through Service

Vikki Crosland and Brandi Cook Give Back Beyond Real Estate Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy In Aiken, South Carolina, the spirit of community runs deep, and no one embodies that more than Vikki Crossland and Brandi Cook, the dynamic mother-daughter duo behind Aiken Homes Team with Meybohm Real Estate. Together, they are not only top-tier REALTORS® helping clients find their dream homes but also dedicated advocates for the people, pets and programs that make Aiken such a...

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Celeste Almendarez Serves Aiken with Strength and Heart

A Dedicated Public Safety Officer, Protecting Her Community While Inspiring Women to Pursue the Force Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Celeste Almendarez is a proud public safety officer with Aiken Public Safety. She serves as both a police officer and firefighter, roles that demand strength, skill and heart. For the past three years, she’s been breaking barriers and making a difference in a field traditionally dominated by men. She does it with quiet confidence, humility...

Professional Services

Timeless Confidence

How Dr. Sheila Milot Blends Science, Innovation and Empathy to Bring Out the Best in Every Patient Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Dr. Sheila Milot is no stranger to the medical field. She has over 25 years of experience in internal medicine, but in 2003, when Botox was first introduced, she began incorporating aesthetic medicine into her practice, offering both specialties.  In the rapidly evolving field of aesthetic medicine, Dr. Milot believes one can never stop...

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Overcoming Every Obstacle Through Faith

Ebony Dillard’s Journey Proves that Resilience, Faith and Perseverance Can Turn Trials into Triumphs Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy Ebony Dillard’s journey is one of faith, resilience and defying the odds. From the beginning, life seemed unfair. Born in Las Vegas, her struggles started at just five months old when she contracted bacterial meningitis from a bad batch of the pertussis vaccine. Doctors warned her mother that the fever had severely damaged her brain...