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The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is making changes to its I-85 widening project following a crash that killed three people last week.

Breaking Bread seeks volunteers
Breaking Bread for Jesus is now serving the hungry Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 108 Astor Street, Wellford.
Volunteers arrive around 8:30 a.m. to prepare and are out by 1 p.m.
On Sundays, the nonprofit soup kitchen serves from 4-5 p.m.

By Katie Cruice Smith
For The Greer Citizen

Springwell Church is inviting kids ages five through upcoming sixth graders to join them for a week of music as they “Press Play” at Kidz Camp July 25-29 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Al Feaster with Lyman First Baptist addressed Lyman Town Council last week regarding the repaving of the church parking lot.

“It was originally paved in the late 40s to the best of our knowledge,” Feaster said.

The Greer Yellow Jackets and Clemson Tigers will be missing a diehard supporter this fall.

Longtime Greer resident and friend to many, Donald “Donnie” Williams, passed away at the age of 71 last week.

A new nonprofit has opened its doors in District Five.

Breaking Bread for Jesus celebrated the opening of its new building with an open house last week.

The soup kitchen is now open Monday through Sunday for lunch at 108 Astor Street, across from Wellford City Hall. More times may be added in the future.

While the nation debates topics such as excessive force and funding for law enforcement agencies, the Greer Police Department is continuing to prioritize its community outreach programs.

Federal funds are still available for families struggling to pay rent due to the COVID-19 panemdic.

Kerry Easler, Program Coordinator in the Community Development Department with Spartanburg County, spoke with Lyman Town Council on Monday, hoping to raise awareness.