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South Carolina General Assembly concurrent resolution recognizing and congratulating Lionel Smith, Ltd., a high-end men's clothing store in Aiken, on its 50th anniversary

Lionel "Smitty" Smith founded the store in March 1976, and it moved to its permanent downtown Aiken location on Laurens Street in 1982

Van Smith, son of founder Lionel Smith, purchased the business from his father in 1992 and continues to operate it with a focus on customer service and quality merchandise

The store is known for expert in-house alterations, an extensive tie selection, and maintaining long-term customer relationships across generations

Resolution commends the store for supporting local employment, investing in downtown Aiken, and thriving as a family-owned brick-and-mortar business despite pressures from online retailers