South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will host the next in-person stop of its “Your Stories, Your SCETV: Local News Outreach Tour and Listening Sessions” on Aug. 27 from 6–8 p.m. at the Aiken County Public Library located at 314 Chesterfield St S. in Aiken.
Serving the Aiken and North Augusta area, this free event will bring together residents and community leaders for an evening of discussion, learning and connection focused on how local journalism can better serve rural South Carolina.
The program will include a discussion with SCETV journalists focused on the issues that matter most to the local community, including economic opportunity, education, local agriculture, healthcare, broadband and jobs.
During the discussion, attendees are encouraged to share questions, feedback and ideas for future coverage, helping SCETV understand local news needs.
Through the Local News Outreach Tour and Listening Sessions, the agency aims to amplify community voices, strengthen trust in local journalism and elevate youth perspectives across South Carolina. Each stop in the statewide tour will include civic engagement opportunities and community forums designed to help shape future SCETV news coverage.
The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, so registration is encouraged. For details about the tour and future stops, visit SCETV.org/newstour.
| WHO: | South Carolina ETV and Public Radio |
| WHAT: | Local News Outreach Tour - Aiken and North Augusta Visit |
| WHEN: | Aug. 27 from 6–8 p.m. |
| WHERE: | Aiken County Public Library 314 Chesterfield St S. Aiken, SC 29801 |
QUOTES
"Every community has stories that deserve to be heard. The 'Your Stories, Your SCETV' News Tour creates opportunities for meaningful conversations with the people we serve, helping us better understand the issues that matter most and ensuring our journalism reflects the experiences of communities across South Carolina." –SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell
“Our partnerships with local organizations help create spaces where community voices can be heard and valued. By bringing residents, local leaders and journalists together, we're building stronger connections that will help inform future reporting and strengthen public service journalism across our state.” –SCETV Assistant General Manager/Deputy Director Dr. Stephanie Cook
“Good journalism begins with listening. This conversation will give our newsroom valuable insight into the topics that matter most to Aiken and North Augusta residents, helping us produce reporting that is more relevant, responsive and connected to the community.” –SCETV News Director Susan O’Cain
FAST FACTS
- SCETV will host an in-person stop of its “Your Stories, Your SCETV: Local News Outreach Tour and Listening Sessions” on Aug. 27 from 6–8 p.m. at the Aiken County Public Library.
- Serving the Aiken and North Augusta area, this event will bring together residents and community leaders for an evening of discussion, learning and connection focused on how local journalism can better serve the state.
- The program will feature a moderated conversation between community members and SCETV journalists, with attendees encouraged to share questions, feedback and ideas that will help inform future news coverage and strengthen SCETV's understanding of local news needs.
- The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited, so registration is encouraged. For details about the tour and future stops, visit SCETV.org/newstour.
About South Carolina ETV and Public Radio
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working toward creating a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. In addition to airing local programs, such as The Know Show, Making It Grow, and This Week in South Carolina, SCETV also presents multiple programs to regional and national audiences, including Books By The River, After Action, Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard, Reel South and Southern Songwriters with Patrick Davis.
Media Contacts
Landon Masters
media@scetv.org
(803) 737-3337
