| Aiken launches $1 million small-business loan program The city of Aiken has created a $1 million loan program to tide over small businesses until federal aid reaches them. The loan program, approved as an emergency ordinance by the Aiken City Council on March 23, will offer up to $10,000 for qualifying businesses. State extends license renewal deadlines Deadlines for state licenses, registrations and permits scheduled to renew from April through August have been extended until Sept. 30. Continuing education requirements may also be obtained throughout the extended period. | 
