AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An upcoming project will create more green space in downtown Aiken, according to city officials.The stormwater relief project for the Sand River will begin clearing on Aug. 23, creating a new green space at Laurens Street Southwest and South Boundary. There will be newly planted shrubs, trees, sod and flowers, plus a new sidewalk on the southbound side of Laurens Street, connecting to the green space at the entrance of Hitchcock Woods.It's part of an effort to reduce the flow and velocity of stormwater into the Sand River in Hitchcock Woods by installing two stormwater containers.

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