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SC Dept. on Aging’s Caregiver & Alzheimer’s Div. seeks input from unpaid SC caregivers to assess respite care services' availability & effectiveness for all caregivers, regardless of care recipient’s condition. Take survey: questionprogov.com/t/AC5vZJAt

For families and caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, the concept of grief takes on a unique and complex form. This grief, often beginning long before a loved one passes away, is known as ambiguous loss. tinyurl.com/28p7fwwt

January Uptown: l.masc.sc/125PIO As communications methods and platforms have exploded in recent years, so have the job responsibilities of public information pros in city government. Read about public information staff and how they manage different responsibilities.

January Uptown: l.masc.sc/125HH Hurricane Helene caused widespread power outages throughout South Carolina. Among the municipalities with electric utilities, line workers were joined by mutual aid assistance from across the state.

Though it is no longer Mental Health Awareness Month, remember: mental health matters EVERY day. 🌟 Here are some emergency numbers to have on hand, because your well-being is a priority. Let's keep the conversation going and support each other always. 💙 #MentalHealthMatters

We’d like to hear from you! In collaboration with @walkerconslts, the @CityofGreer has created a short survey on parking in the downtown area. The survey will remain open from now until December 1. Head on over to our website to take the survey: cityofgreer.org/page/city-park…

We're seeking proposals from nonprofits, higher education institutions & other stakeholders to partner with ARC to implement the Appalachian Leadership Institute, our development training program for #Appalachia's community leaders. 🤝 Read the RFP: bit.ly/4hNQsE

NEW SURVEY DROP! A new survey is available to get your feedback on the Recommended Improvements for the U.S. 29 Corridor Study. Scan the QR code now to let us know which intersections should be prioritized.

November Uptown: l.masc.sc/1124SCD Several representatives presented during the SC Small Cities Summit in August, describing how their economic development efforts have gained traction. Read how small cities and towns are finding resources to guide revitalization programs.

November Uptown: l.masc.sc/1124Directory At the end of each year, the Municipal Association of SC asks cities and towns to review, verify and update the information that appears in the municipal directory found on the Association's website.

SCDOT continues to make progress on the bridge on US 123 North over Georges Creek in Pickens County. Crews are continuing to work on the bridge deck.

November Uptown: l.masc.sc/1124Helene Hurricane Helene made landfall and tore a path inland through Georgia, South and North Carolina becoming one of the most destructive and deadly hurricanes to hit the U.S. Read how cities and towns are recovering.

City Quick Connect Podcast: l.masc.sc/E11824 @FountainInnSC received a 2024 Achievement Award from the Municipal Association for its work to revitalize Sanctified Hill Park in the city’s historically Black community. Mayor GP McLeer discusses the project's success.

US manufacturing job changes by county type: #econdev

New post on the City Connect blog: l.masc.sc/MASCBlog The SC Freedom of Information Act requires city councils to post meeting agendas in efforts to boost transparency. Learn tips for posting materials for city or town council meetings online.

ARC has awarded $33.5M to 12 projects through our multi-state funding opportunity, ARISE! 🥳 These projects will bring together 145+ partners from all 13 Appalachian states to support workforce development, natural disaster recovery efforts, & more 👉 bit.ly/4edTRJS...

We never charge disaster survivors for our services or help. If you encounter someone claiming to represent FEMA & asking for money, that is likely a scam. Report any suspicious activity: email StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov or call 1-866-223-0814. #Helene #Milton

October Uptown: l.masc.sc/1024ESTO Under Title 5 of the South Carolina Code, municipalities can choose the date of their own elections. Following that, state law provides no fixed date or time after a municipal election on which the new terms will begin.

The Board of Trustees for the School District of Pickens County will meet Monday to work through a comparatively short agenda. upstatetoday.com/news/school-di…

If you have questions about your application status after applying for #Helene or #Milton assistance, you can always check the latest status by: 1️⃣ Logging into: DisasterAssistance.gov 2️⃣ Visiting a DRC: FEMA.gov/DRC 3️⃣ Calling our Helpline: 800-621-3362