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Greenville interfaith group updates plan for affordable housing, mental health

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March 8, 2024

Greenville interfaith group updates plan for affordable housing, mental health

Greenville Organized for Accountable Leadership has a goal to improve mental health services and affordable housing in Greenville County.

The local interfaith coalition first set out to accomplish this objective during its inaugural year in 2022. In November 2023, the organization announced it would be continuing to work to address the root causes of these issues.

An updated plan on how to tackle affordable housing and mental health issues will be presented at GOAL’s Justice Ministry Rally on March 11. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church inGreenville. Members from the 26 congregations part of GOAL will be in attendance.

Over the past few months, the coalition held network meetings to collect input from the community on housing and mental health. Over 800 people participated in the meetings. The upcoming rally will highlight the outcomes of the discussions and testimonies from those affected by these issues.

GOAL also intends to follow up with local government officials on the commitments they previously made to help address the mental health and housing crisis.

Last March, Greenville City Council members and Greenville County Councilors both agreed to identify funding streams aimed at generating $10 million annually for the creation of affordable housing. The coalition also asked state legislators to commit funding for the 988 Suicide Lifeline operated by Mental Health America-Greenville County.

Following the upcoming rally, GOAL will prepare for its annual Nehemiah Action on April 15. For more information, visit goaljustice.com.

This story was filed as part of an editorial partnership between South Carolina Public Radio and the Greenville Journal, which is responsible for its content. You can learn more about the Greenville Journal here.

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Dates set for South Carolina’s 2024 Tax Free Weekend

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July 3, 2024

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Dates set for South Carolina’s 2024 Tax Free Weekend

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – The dates are set for South Carolina’s 2024 Tax Free Weekend.

It kicks of Friday, Aug. 2 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 4.

Eligible items that can be purchased tax-free both in-store and online include:

computers
printers
school supplies
clothing and accessories
shoes
certain bed and bath items

Click here for a detailed list of tax-free items and shopping lists.

“As inflation continues to drain many wallets, this year’s Tax Free Weekend offers some relief for weary families,” said South Carolina Department of Revenue Director (SCDOR) Hartley Powell. “Every shopper saves money during this tax holiday, particularly on back-to-school essentials.”

According to SCDOR, shoppers in the Palmetto State bought over $30.4 million in tax-free items during last year’s Tax Free Weekend.

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Gas prices rise ahead of July 4th in Georgia, South Carolina

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July 3, 2024

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Gas prices rise ahead of July 4th in Georgia, South Carolina

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Though gas prices in Georgia and South Carolina have risen ahead of Independence Day, GasBuddy predicts the lowest holiday price since 2021.

These are the prices for some of our counties a day before the holiday, according to AAA:

In the Augusta-Aiken area, gas was priced at $3.32 per gallon. That’s 10 cents higher than a year ago.

In the Aiken-Edgefield area, the price per gallon averaged $3.24 – seven cents higher than last year.

According to GasBuddy’s annual summer travel survey, 45% of Americans plan to head on the road over Independence Day weekend.

Drivers this Independence Day weekend might feel a little bit more patriotic when they head to the gas station. The national average price of gasoline on July 4 is expected to be $3.49 per gallon, the lowest holiday price since 2021, GasBuddy states.

As of Wednesday, the national average price still sits at $3.51 per gallon.

To save money on gas, drivers should shop around for the best prices, especially when crossing state lines, using a tool like the GasBuddy app. Road trippers can also sign up for the free Pay with GasBuddy card to save up to 25 cents per gallon on every fill-up.

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Former Gamecock WR Kylic Horton Finds New Home

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July 3, 2024

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Former Gamecock WR Kylic Horton Finds New Home

Former 2022 three star wide receiver, Kylic Horton, officially finds a new home after entering the transfer portal back in December. Horton won’t have to travel far as he heads just 45 south to SC State.

The 6-foot-4 205 pounds wide out from Santee, S.C. never found his footing in Columbia. He redshirted in 2022 as he was transitioning to the SEC level. As a redshirt freshman in 2023, Horton appeared against Furman, Florida, and Missouri.

Horton is one of six wide receiver transfers following the 2023 season, joining: Antwane “Juice” Wells (Ole Miss), Zavier Short (Appalachian State), O’Mega Blake, Landon Samson, and Kelton Henderson. Horton will have three years left of eligibility to play for the in state Bulldogs.

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