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The Community Foundation for the CSRA has entered the second phase of its Hurricane Helene Community Crisis Fund granting process. Since the storm’s aftermath, the Foundation has granted $2,803,500 to nonprofits that have worked on the front lines providing critical services and administering aid. The second phase of granting will continue to fund 20 counties, in both Georgia and South Carolina, that were impacted by Hurricane Helene.  During round two, the Foundation will expand its granting parameters to include not just 501(c)3 nonprofits, but also churches, civic organizations, and schools

Publishers Note: The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene will have a lasting impact due to rebuilding efforts—including replanting of trees. Jordan Trotter Commercial Real Estate included the below information in their company newsletter. This event is open to businesses and the entire community. Rooting For Augusta: Restoring Augusta’s Tree Canopy Hurricane Helene left a lasting mark on the CSRA, taking with it many of the trees that gave our area beauty and charm. Now, we have the opportunity to come together as a community to restore what was lost. Jordan

Austen Heider’s ultimate goal is to become a flight paramedic and one day hold a position overseeing EMS at the county, state, or even national level. Heider is an Aiken Technical College alumnus. Currently, he has the opportunity to travel and provide paramedicine at various locations nationwide. He also acts as an adjunct EMT instructor at the college. “EMS is my passion. It’s not a career aimed at wealth or recognition but one motivated by the desire to serve others and the community. I believe it is crucial for individuals