Unity, history and culture will be in the air with an upcoming festival in Aiken. Umoja Village will hold its first Unity Weekend Oct. 21-23 at various locations in Aiken.
Read MoreThe candidates for the District 8 seat on Aiken County Council discussed their motivations for seeking office during a town hall meeting Monday at Second Baptist Church in Aiken.
Read MoreOur CEO, Donna Moore Wesby, is featured in yet another publication this month! Check out the newest edition of Urban Pro Weekly where she talks Umoja Village, entrepreneurship, and more! We're thankful for all the work that she's doing, and we look forward to what God has in store.
Read MoreHave you checked out the new publication Speak Augusta yet? Our co-founder and CEO, Donna Moore Wesby shared a few words in an article discussing the recent format changes to our beloved WAAW Shout 94.7 FM radio.
Read MoreAffordable housing, fentanyl deaths, fights at schools and growth on Aiken’s northside were among topics discussed during a community town hall at a local church. Umoja Village and the Aiken County Branch of the NAACP held a community town hall Tuesday with elected Black leaders in Aiken to discuss issues facing local residents.
Read MoreThe Umoja Village nonprofit organization is offering its inaugural wall calendar titled “Umoja Village Celebrates Black Excellence.” The 12-month calendar features Black and African American residents making positive contributions within Aiken County and the Central Savannah River Area.
Read MoreUmoja Village held a Black History Month Community Celebration on Thursday at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior and Youth Center. The celebration sought to inform, educate and bring together people in Aiken County.
Read MoreUmoja Village unveiled its new resource center during a dedication ceremony Thursday night. The nonprofit aims to unite Black and African American clubs, organizations, businesses, churches and individuals to help the Black community better utilize and leverage resources.
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