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About ASHLEEY GALLOWAY
ASHLEEY GALLOWAY
Ashleey Galloway covers the Arts and Entertainment beat for the Aiken Standard. Readers can count on Ashleey to report often on local art exhibitions, live theater, concerts and community events going on throughout Aiken County. Ashleey also frequently covers general assignment and feature stories. Ashleey studied at Coastal Carolina University from where she graduated Cum Laude in 2009. While in college, Ashleey served as News Editor for CCU's weekly newspaper, The Chanticleer, and was also a member of Lambda Pi Eta, the National Communication Association Honor Society. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Journalism. Her favorite quote was stated by Thomas Jefferson, "The press is the best instrument for enlightening the mind of man and improving him as a rational, moral and social being."
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Tribute artists to hold fundraiser on Jan. 26

1/14/2012 12:57 AM   

A group of local musicians and a Michael Jackson tribute artist will come together to help sick children in the CSRA. On Thursday, Jan. 26, a benefit show to raise funds for the Make-a-Wish Foundation will be held at Mi Rancho in Clearwater Local M ...

Students to join orchestra in concert
Students to join orchestra in concert

1/11/2012 11:57 PM   

A select group of students representing six different Aiken County schools will soon have their time to shine on the stage. On Sunday, Jan. 22, Aiken Performing Arts Group will present "Peter & the Wolf" at the USC Aiken Etherredge Center at 3 p. ...

'Wrong Window!' premieres Friday at Aiken Community Playhouse

1/11/2012 12:32 AM   

The work of Alfred Hitchcock will be recreated with a humorous twist this month at the Aiken Community Playhouse. "Wrong Window!" will premiere at the ACP on Friday at 8 p.m. The play is a spoof on Hitchcock's 1954 film, "Rear Window," and also m ...

Wedding expo to be held on Saturday
Wedding expo to be held on Saturday

1/10/2012 12:00 PM   

Couples who are getting ready to take the next step in their relationship will have the chance to explore wedding ideas this weekend at Aiken's Premiere Wedding Celebration. On Saturday, the USC Aiken Convocation Center will host the fourth annual we ...

APAG to present musical story ‘Peter & the Wolf’
APAG to present musical story ‘Peter & the Wolf’

1/7/2012 11:42 PM   

A children's fairy tale will come to life through the sound of music as the Aiken Performing Arts Group presents "Peter & the Wolf" on Sunday, Jan. 22, at the USC Aiken Etherredge Center. Under the direction of Maestro Donald Portnoy, about 20 pr ...

Community shows support for fallen officer's family
Community shows support for fallen officer's family

1/7/2012 11:30 PM   

The overwhelming support of the community for fallen Master Public Safety Officer Scotty Richardson's family was highlighted once again on Saturday. Hundreds of members of the community made their way in and out of Fatz Cafe on Pine Log Road for the ...

Community can help Aiken win 'We Hear You America' grant

1/6/2012 7:22 PM   

Aiken could soon be the recipient of a $50,000 grant from Reader’s Digest as part of the “We Hear You America” campaign, and it’s up to members of the community to make it happen. Voting is going on for the campaign which choo ...

Acting workshop for adults, teens to be held at ACP

1/6/2012 12:31 AM   

The Aiken Community Playhouse is bringing in a notable acting trainer and director for a two-day workshop next weekend. On Friday and Saturday, Jan. 13 and 14, Janis Powell from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York will come to Aiken t ...

Tickets on sale for ACTS Icicle Ball

1/5/2012 9:01 PM   

Tickets are on sale now for the ACTS Icicle Ball, happening Saturday, Jan. 28, at Newberry Hall. The annual ball, presented by Area Churches Together Serving, has sold out each year since its inception in 2008. The event includes a social hour beginn ...

Women's Heart Board will pour tea on Jan. 18
Women's Heart Board will pour tea on Jan. 18

1/5/2012 8:55 PM   

The 43rd annual Women's Heart Board Benefit will be in full production next month, and board members are gearing up for the benefit's introductory event, the Women's Heart Board Tea. On Wednesday, Jan. 18, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., the annual tea will ...

Families receive shoe boxes for Christmas

1/5/2012 9:56 AM   

A select amount of struggling parents who have found themselves wondering how they were going to provide their children with Christmas gifts this year had their minds placed at ease on Saturday. In Clearwater, hundreds of members of Heights Church g ...

Youth orchestras to hold auditions for spring season

12/31/2011 4:57 PM   

Young musicians interested in the orchestral scene will soon have their chance to audition for Aiken Youth Orchestras. On Tuesday, Jan. 10, auditions for the Aiken Youth Orchestras spring season will be held at the Aiken Center for the Arts from 6 to ...

ACA announces schedule of winter art classes

12/31/2011 12:31 AM   

Registration is now open for winter classes at the Aiken Center for the Arts. Beginning in January and running through March, the center offers a wide range of classes in art and personal interest for children, teens and adults. Adults and teens ...

New Year celebrations in Aiken roundup

12/29/2011 7:33 PM   

Whether a traditional meal with close family or a night out with friends is how you intend on bringing in the new year, the Aiken Standard has compiled a list of local business bashes to provide for a night to remember. * The Red Pepper will hold a N ...

Slain officer to be laid to rest today
Slain officer to be laid to rest today

12/26/2011 11:27 PM   

Slain Public Safety Officer Scotty Richardson will be laid to rest today. Beginning at noon at the USCA Convocation Center on Robert M. Bell Parkway, fellow Aiken Department of Public Safety officers, family members and friends will say their final g ...

Community pays respects to Richardson at vigil
Community pays respects to Richardson at vigil

12/26/2011 11:27 PM   

On Monday, hundreds of community members made their way to the Aiken Department of Public Safety Headquarters to pay their respects to fallen ADPS Master Officer Scotty Richardson. Richardson was killed in the line of duty early last week and died De ...

Richardson vigil, visitation to be held tonight

12/26/2011 2:31 PM   

Local officials are preparing for a night of remembrance for fallen Master Public Safety Officer Scotty Richardson. Sgt. Aaron Dowdy with the Aiken Department of Public Safety said the Aiken County Sheriff's Office will be manning a crosswalk on East ...

Police wait for positive ID on Salley fire victims
Police wait for positive ID on Salley fire victims

12/25/2011 12:00 AM   

Police have no new information regarding the death of two Salley residents in a mobile home fire early Friday morning, according to Aiken County coroner Tim Carlton. Carlton said a positive identification has not yet been made on the bodies, and ther ...

Artist to display 3D artwork in January
Artist to display 3D artwork in January

12/24/2011 12:33 AM   

Local artist Ron Buttler will present a solo exhibition at the Hitchcock Healthcare Center during the month of January. Beginning Jan. 2 and running through Jan. 30, "From Mild to Wild" will be housed on the first floor of the healthcare center, loca ...

Aiken Jaycees name winners of Christmas parade

12/23/2011 10:28 PM   

The Aiken Jaycees announced the winners of the 2011 Aiken Christmas Parade on Thursday. A total of six trophies were handed out to participants who placed first and second in three different categories: school, religious and other. For the school c ...