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Simple Civics: Greenville County

Greater Good Greenville

Trash pick up. EMS and 911 service. Roads and sidewalks. Business licenses. School bus routes. These are the things that impact your day-to-day life, and they are all part of local government. But hardly anyone pays attention to local government - until they have a problem. We want to change that. Simple Civics: Greenville County is here to help you learn about and get involved in your local government in Greenville County, South Carolina. Whether you live in downtown Greenville or Possum Kingdom,

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12:55

The Childcare Crisis in Greenville County: Exploring...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/02/28

Are you a parent in Greenville County struggling to find quality, affordable childcare for your little ones? You're not alone. The shortage of available childcare is at an all-time high, and it's not just impacting parents but the whole community as well. In this episode, we sit down with Derek Lewis, Executive Director of Greenville First Steps, to discuss the statistics and issues behind the childcare crisis in Greenville County. With most childcare providers struggling to find staff, parents are

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30:04

Revolutionizing School Food in Greenville County...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/02/21

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Urban, the Director of Food and Nutrition Services at Greenville County Schools. Learn about the revolutionary food service program at Greenville County Schools, serving an astonishing 85,000 meals a day to students. We explore the challenges and triumphs of implementing a healthier and more nutritious menu, breaking down the regulations and costs associated with serving students from different financial backgrounds. Joe shares how they achieved this feat, from

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26:28

Exploring the New Greenville Development Code:...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/02/14

Join Sherry Barrett, land policy director with Upstate Forever, and Shannon Lavrin, Assistant City Manager for the City of Greenville, as they delve into the new Greenville Development Code. This vital document describes how the city will develop in the coming years, affecting every resident and business owner. Find out what the code contains, why it's important, and how you can get involved. There will be open houses on February 28th and March 1, so be sure to submit your comments and questions

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13:51

The Power of Head Start: A Single Mom's Journey to...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/02/07

On this episode, we sit down with Paris Hill, a single mom of two whose story demonstrates the power of government programs like Head Start in giving families a stepping stone to prosperity. Paris is a 4.0 student, a cook, an entrepreneur, and serves on the Head Start Policy Council, all thanks to her hard work and determination but also to SHARE Headstart. This federal program provides comprehensive child development services to young children and their families. Listen to Paris's remarkable

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12:03

Unlocking the Benefits of Greenville Cares: The...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/01/31

Are you curious about the services and programs offered by the City of Greenville? Look no further than Greenville Cares, the city's one-stop customer service center. Today we sit down with Renei Suarez, customer service supervisor with the City of Greenville, to learn all about how Greenville Cares can help you report an issue, submit a service request, or get information about city programs, services, and events. From pothole repairs to business permits and more, Greenville Cares is here to help

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16:42

Greenville County Council Chairman Dan Tripp on...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/01/24

In this episode we talk to the newly elected Chairman of Greenville County Council, Dan Tripp. Dan discusses his role as Chairman, his hopes for County Council, and the Council's priorities for the coming year. He also talks about how Greenville County Council will be more accessible to constituents, making it easier for you than ever to plug into what's going on in your county government. _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast Company. Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good

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31:24

Racial displacement in Greenville, SC: historic and...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/01/17

If you’ve lived in Greenville, SC for even a short period of time, you know that it is changing. Beautiful amenities such as Unity Park and continued development of Main Street have only enhanced Greenville’s appeal to visitors and new residents who are moving into new apartments, condominiums, and single family homes within the city and throughout the county. There is one group that is leaving the city, though - Black residents. Recently released data compiled by the Shi Institute at Furman

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13:32

Empowering Small Businesses and First-Time...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/01/10

As a Community Development Financial Institution, CommunityWorks is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of underserved communities in South Carolina. Through affordable housing development loans and small business lending, CommunityWorks helps create stability and wealth in these communities. Additionally, support services such as financial education help empower individuals to grow their financial acumen and achieve their goals. Whether you're a small business owner looking to expand or

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11:18

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program: A Better...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2023/01/03

The VITA program is here to make tax season a breeze! In this episode, we speak with Michelle Lyons, the director of financial stability at the United Way of Greenville County, to learn more about this amazing program that offers free tax preparation services to those who make under $60,000 a year. Find out how to qualify, schedule an appointment, and navigate tax season with ease. VITA is powered by United Way of Greenville County. _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast Company. Simple Civics:

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12:27

Volunteer tax preparers change lives - and you can do...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/12/20

Tax season is just around the corner, and you are needed to volunteer for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. This amazing program, powered by the United Way of Greenville County, provides free tax preparation services to anyone making 60,000 a year or under, and it is run by volunteers. We would love for you to be one of those. And today, you'll hear from Tiffany Bannister, Vita regional program manager. She'll talk about how you can volunteer for VITA, some of the rewards that you'll get

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28:22

Community navigation: Ma’ta Crawford on helping...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/12/13

As long as we’ve had neighborhoods, neighbors have been a help to each other. Neighbors used to watch each other’s children, keep an eye out for older adults, run errands for each other, and let each other know of programs and services that could be of help. But many of our neighborhoods - especially those like West Greenville - have changed dramatically as residents in rental homes have been displaced by development and increasing costs. The former residents may be disconnected from each other and

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33:43

Where there's a will, there's a way: Wills and...

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2022/12/06

Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Greenville If you don't have a will when you die in South Carolina, "essentially you're letting the state legislature decide what happens to your property and who will administer it," says former Greenville County Probate Judge Diane Smock. She talks with Jessica Ferguson of Turner Padget about wills, estates, and advance directives. You'll learn: Why it's so important to have a will, health care power of attorney, and power of attorney - even if you don't

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14:39

Election day turnout - what happened?

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/11/29

More than 1.7 million voters across South Carolina cast ballots in the 2022 general election held just a few weeks ago at the time of this episode posting. In Greenville County, almost 180,000 people turned out to vote. Here at simple civics, we celebrate every vote and every voter who exercises their privilege to choose our leaders and have a say in what happens. These folks chose our governor, our State Superintendent of Education, our senator, and so much more. The bad news is just 52% of people

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20:58

Helping the hurting without causing harm: a...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/11/22

This episode is dropping on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving which begins a season of giving and serving. Today, I’ll talk with Ryan Duerk, president and CEO of Miracle Hill Ministries, the largest organization in the Upstate of SC serving people experiencing homlessness. On any given night, over 600 men women and children call a Miracle Hill bed home. Ryan has great insights to share with you on how to best help your fellow community members who are hurting. He also has food for thought on the

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16:24

Veterans Affairs: Help with veterans benefits right...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/11/15

Greenville County has a Veterans Affairs Service Officer to meet the needs of veterans in our community, and on today’s episode of Simple Civics: Greenville County, you’ll hear from him and how he is here to help you or your family members with veterans benefits. Alan Dabney, an Army Veteran, is interviewed by Charlie Hall, a retired Marine, and President of Upstate Warrior Solution. Navigating veterans can be challenging, and Alan and his team at County Square are a resource to you if you’re a

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24:26

Election Day Behind the Scenes

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/11/07

It’s election day 2022! Voters have the responsibility of getting to the polls if they haven’t already, but there is a lot of work going on behind the scenes for election officials, candidates, and campaign volunteers. This episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look from pre-dawn to finalizing election results. _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast Company. Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good Greenville.

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29:41

Meet the Candidates: SC Superintendent of Education

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/11/01

The State Superintendent of Education has duties outlined in the South Carolina Constitution, including serving as administrative officer to the state board of education, having general supervision over and management of all public school funds provided by the state and federal governments, and keeping the public informed as to the problems and needs of the public schools by constant contact with school administrators and teachers. In this episode, we talk with the three candidates for SC

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18:15

Meet the candidates - Greenville County Probate Judge

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/10/25

Probate Judge may be the office on the ballot with which voters are least familiar, but it's one that most Greenville County residents will come into contact. The Greenville County Probate Judge handles marriage licenses, wills and estates, protective services, and so much more. On today's episode, meet the candidates: Judge Debora Faulkner, incumbent, and Chad Groover. _ Produced by The Greenville Podcast Company. Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of Greater Good Greenville.

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16:35

How to REALLY support a candidate

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/10/18

We've brought you candidates for County Council and School Board, and in the coming weeks, you'll meet the candidates for Greenville County Probate Judge and State Superintendent of Education. We hope you are hearing from candidates you'd like to support. Of course, your vote is the most important way to do that. But there are many more ways to get involved and multiply your impact. On today’s episode, we’ll talk about how to do that. Our producer Nathaniel DeSantis, who is a newer voter, interviews

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26:03

Area 28 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County...

Simple Civics: Greenville County ·

2022/10/11

Meet Jeff Cochran, Brittany Hilbert, and Steven Watterson, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 28. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Jeff Cochran: cochran4education.com Brittany Hilbert: https://brittany4schoolboard.com/ Steven Watterson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-watterson-0b08b821/ Sample Ballot: www.scvotes.gov Transcript:

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