Local Services

Raising the Standard for Painting

Palmetto Painting Pros Focuses on Craftsmanship, Communication and Care Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy A fresh coat of paint can completely transform a home or business, but lasting results come from more than color alone. The real difference is in the preparation, the process and the people behind the work. In Aiken, Palmetto Painting Pros continues to build its reputation by focusing on all three. Founded by Justin Pitts and Tyler Stuart, Palmetto Painting Pros was...

Beauty

Holistic Health Forward

Aiken Medical Aesthetics Brings Innovative Treatments Supporting Modern Women’s and Men’s Wellness Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy For years, Aiken Medical Aesthetics has been known throughout the community for helping patients feel confident in their appearance. But owner Kristin Cadavos has always believed aesthetics are only one part of the equation when it comes to personal confidence and wellbeing. “Feeling good about how you look is important,” Cadavos explains...

Professional Services

Cleaning Up the Competition

Kim Brown’s Merry Maids Cleans Up, Ranking #1 Among 400+ Locations Nationwide Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence | Photography by Rebecca Judy For Kim Brown, owner of Merry Maids serving Augusta and Aiken, leadership has always been about more than running a successful business. It’s about fostering a culture where both employees and clients feel valued. Brown’s path to business ownership began with an unexpected opportunity. The previous owner of the local Merry Maids franchise, founded in...

Style + Beauty

Beauty Beyond Hair

Nikki Mulder Helps Women Facing Hair Loss Find Comfort, Beauty and Renewed Confidence through Personalized Care at Nouveau Hair & Wigs Article by Nikita Hanif | Photography by Rebecca Judy In North Augusta, a quiet but powerful transformation is happening inside Nouveau Hair & Wigs, where owner Nikki Mulder has turned more than two decades of hairstyling experience into something deeply meaningful. What began as a traditional career behind the chair evolved into a calling after Mulder...