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Neighbors helping neighbors in the aftermath of Helene

Our neighbors have come together to help support one another during this unprecedented storm, and we could all use a little positivity, so here are some highlights.

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Let’s eat. | Photo by Kristina Scott-Hammock

“For every impatient person on social media and for every person that’s not so good at the intersections, we’ve had far more people understanding our situation,” said Mayor Knox White. “Neighbors helping neighbors.”

As if we needed more reasons to love Greenville — we’ve seen some beautiful examples of neighbors helping neighbors during the aftermath of Helene. From cutting down trees to getting tarps on roofs and sharing in warm (or non-perishable) means, we’ve seen this adversity bring our city together.

We could all use some positive news, so here are a few of our favorite examples.

North Main

Folks on North Main are setting up stations for their neighbors to charge phones, sip on a hot coffee, or grab a bite to eat. Neighbors have described this as an opportunity to not only recharge devices but recharge physically and mentally over a meal and fellowship.

Run Club

Greenville Rub Club, a group that hits the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail 300+ strong each Monday, moved to the green space in front of the Courtyard Marriott for a free community cookout. They also collected canned goods for Asheville and donations for the American Red Cross.

Local restaurants + stores

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Sometimes the best thing you can do is offer a good meal.

Photo by Table 301

There are truly too many examples to list, but some of our favorite Greenville businesses have opened their doors, hearts, and outlets to the community:

If you’re able to, please come out and support these businesses + show them some love.

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