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Greenville’s redistricting explained

The City of Greenville, SC is redistricting. Here’s what that means.
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This map of proposed districts shows the areas that changed. | Graphic by the City of Greenville
The City of Greenville is redistricting + now is the time for you to give leaders your feedback on the proposed changes. It’s a process that’s been underway for almost a year, so here’s what you need to know.

How does this affect you?

Your district affects who represents you on Greenville City Council.

If you live within the city limits, specifically in one of the shaded areas on the map above, your district will change if this map is approved.

The biggest areas of change to note: Hollingsworth Park, along Augusta Road, and neighborhoods south of I-85 and Laurens Road.

Want to see if your home is in an area that’s changing districts? Enter your address on this map to check.

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Use this map to see how the lines changed. | Graphic by the City of Greenville

Why are these districts changing?

When the Census shows a city’s population has increased or decreased in the last decade, the city may have to redistrict to equalize population among electoral districts.

Greenville’s population increased by 12,000+ people or 22% from 2010 to 2020. In District Four alone, the population increased 52.73%.

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The Hollingsworth Park area saw a dramatic change in population. | Map by the City of Greenville

What’s next?

This Thursday, Dec. 8, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. you can provide public comment about the new proposed district lines at the Nicholtown Community Center (112 Rebecca St.).

Can’t make it to the meeting but still want your voice heard? You can submit comments online.

Once public comment wraps up, a map will be presented for final approval between mid-December and January 2023.

Since City leadership passed a resolution in January 2022 saying the entire process should be complete ahead of the March 2023 City Council filing deadline, you’ll see these changes in place by the next city election in November 2023.
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Wednesday, Dec. 7
  • The Role of Alcohol in the Revolutionary War | Wednesday, Dec. 7 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St., Greenville | $12-$15 | Participate in a somewhat humorous, somewhat serious discussion about how alcohol influenced the American Revolution.
  • Upstate Holiday Light Show | Wednesday, Dec. 7-Saturday, Dec. 31 | Times vary | Greenville Pickens Speedway, 3800 Calhoun Memorial Hwy., Easley | $35-$120 | Drive through a nighttime Christmas wonderland featuring 32 million colored lights synchronized to music plus enjoy carnival rides and a petting zoo.
  • VICARIO Cocoa Inferno arrives | Now-Saturday, Dec. 24 | 12-5 p.m. | VICARIO Tasting Room, Micro-Distillery, and Farm, 800 Old Jones Rd., Greer | $15 | Visit the VICARIO Farm and Distillery and experience our award winning liqueurs and gin (by appointment only Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).*
Thursday, Dec. 8
  • Holiday Designer Jewelry Trunk Show | Thursday, Dec. 8 | 3-7 p.m. | The Grand Bohemian Gallery at The Grand Bohemian Lodge, 44 E. Camperdown Way, Greenville | Free | Shop local for holiday gifts from Mara Labell Designs.
Friday, Dec. 9
  • Marie Scott Gifts of Art | Friday, Dec. 9-Saturday, Dec. 10 | 12-7 p.m. | Marie Scott Studios, 112 McPherson Ln., Greenville | Free | Greenville artist Marie Scott is hosting a holiday art show in her home featuring hand-painted gifts like calendars, ornaments, and prints.
  • Corey Feldman: Live at the Spinning Jenny | Friday, Dec. 9 | 8 p.m. | The Spinning Jenny, 107 Cannon St., Greer | $23-$125 | Musician and actor Corey Feldman bring his first tour in five years to the Upstate.
Saturday, Dec. 10
  • TD Saturday Market Holiday Edition | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Main Street from Washington to Court Streets, Greenville | Free | This special market will feature seasonal produce, specialty items, festive handmade crafts, holiday baskets, and more.
  • World WONDERland | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, 300 College St., Greenville | $15 | Join TCMU in celebrating the holiday season around the world with activities, crafts, learning opportunities, and a visit from Santa.
  • A Very Grateful Christmas | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Grateful Brew, 501 S. Pleasantburg Dr., Greenville | Free | Sip on a seasonal coffee or beer while you wait to meet Santa.

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GVLtoday team member Chloe here. 👋 Are anyone else’s allergies acting up? After sneezing approximately 2,385 times this week, I started to feel an earache coming on. I wasn’t feeling up to going out, so, luckily, I had the very timely opportunity to do an at-home, virtual visit with a Prisma Health doctor — but with the added technical support from a little handheld device called TytoCare.

What we tried (with pricing):

Here’s how it went:
  1. Upon connecting my TytoCare Medical Exam Kit ($179) to wifi, I synced it with my iPad + MyChart account.
  2. I watched a quick tutorial on how to use the device directly on my iPad (read: super easy).
  3. At my scheduled virtual visit time with Dr. Telicia Allen, MD, a Prisma Health family medicine specialist based in Simpsonville, I joined the video visit through the MyChart app.
  4. Here’s where things got interesting. After hearing about my symptoms, she had me attach the tongue depressor and said say "ahhhh.”
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  • Come on down. “The Price is Right Live” is coming to Greenville on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. Grab tickets for your chance to play classic games from the show like Plinko™, Cliffhangers™, The Big Wheel™, and the Showcase. Get your tickets this Friday, Dec. 9. 💰
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  • RSV is making headlines this cold + flu season — but questions abound. Think: “What is RSV? How is RSV different from the flu and COVID-19? Should I take my child to the emergency room?” Prisma Health infectious disease expert, Anna Kathryn Burch, MD, explains what you need to know about RSV.*
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  • Get out a pencil and a blank piece of paper, Greenville. It’s time to apply for the 2023-24 school year at Christ Church Episcopal School. If you want to make an educated decision, before you do, join a tour of the Lower School on Tuesdays at 9 a.m.; the Middle School on Wednesdays at 9 a.m.; or the Upper School on Fridays at 9 a.m. 🍎*
Active
  • Looking to hit the treadmill running in 2023? Beat the holiday rush and activate a YMCA of Greenville Membership. Join now through Monday, Dec. 12 and pay nothing until January 1, 2023. Simply use promo code 12DAYS when you sign up. Pro tip: Y Memberships make great gifts for anyone on your list. 💪 *
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  • We want to wish a happy birthday to our teammate Kaitlin, 6AM City Account Manager. Happy birthday, Kaitlin!
Correction
  • Yesterday, we shared news of Habitat of Humanity Greenville County’s dedication of its first home in its new Heritage Hills community. The dedication event is today, Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 10-11 a.m. — not Thursday.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Danielle.

Editor’s pick: I’m excited to see the rain let up a bit after a few cold, wet days. I enjoyed a peppermint vanilla latte from Chestnut Coffee House (multiple locations) yesterday to warm me up + give me a bit of holiday cheer. What other seasonal sips should I try before they’re gone? Let me know.

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