A New Idea Could Be Coming to 8th Avenue

Imagine driving down 8th Avenue and looking up to see what’s happening next in Aynor.

That’s the idea the Aynor Area Chamber of Commerce brought before the Town of Aynor Council at its August 27, 2026 meeting.

Chamber Secretary Ryan Graham presented a proposal to install poles that would make it possible to hang event banners across 8th Avenue, creating a highly visible place to promote what’s happening in our community.

From Chamber events to Town celebrations and other community happenings, the goal is simple: make it easier for everyone to know what’s happening in Aynor.

Chamber representatives Crystal Suggs and Paulette Johnson also attended the meeting, where the idea received a positive response from Council.

Now, the Chamber is ready to see where the idea can go.

The next step will be gathering more information, looking into what it will take to make the project happen, and exploring potential community partnerships. The Chamber will continue working with the Town and keeping Council informed as plans develop.

And this isn’t intended to be something the Chamber keeps for itself. If the project comes together, the goal is to ultimately turn the banner system over to the Town of Aynor to own and use for the community.

It may start with two poles and a banner across the street, but it could become one more way to make downtown feel connected to everything happening in Aynor.

We’re excited to see this idea take shape. Stay tuned.