Category: Encouragement
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3 % of people in Greenville County live in a walkable community
The website walkscore.com allows users to find locations that are walkable, and makes money by advertising apartments and homes in the searched location. They state, “We believe that walkable neighborhoods with access to public transit, better commutes, and proximity to the people and places you love are the key to a happier, healthier and more […]
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What will it take for Greenville County to be like Portland?
Last week I came across this compelling video from Portland Oregon where they have record numbers of children walking and biking to school. My first reaction was, this is a great video that can serve as an inspiration for Bike Walk Greenville. So, what will it take for Greenville County to have thousands of kids […]
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Is the time right for a ciclovia in Greenville?
The idea of a ciclovia style street closure in Greenville has been discussed for quite some time now. It has been mentioned in public meetings, and many people in the community (including elected officials) support the idea. With all of that discussion though, it hasn’t happened yet. I think we are past due to change […]
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Walking Revolution Report
This article was posted in the Alliance for Biking and Walking People Powered Blog New “Walking Revolution” Report Spotlights the Power of Walkability By Mary Lauran Hall on March 20, 2013 A new report from the Every Body Walk! Collaborative – an educational campaign led by a dozen organizations including the Alliance and coordinated by […]