Gas prices in the United States are climbing to their highest level since 2008 amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and disruptions to the global energy market. In South Carolina, prices jumped 40 cents per gallon over the last week with average prices at $3.86 per gallon, according to GasBuddy. More: The New York Times, WCSC TV, WPDE, CNBC
In other headlines:
S.C. DOT making progress on crosswalk initiative for pedestrian safety, access. The South Carolina Department of Transportation is making progress on an initiative designed to improve safety and accessibility with crosswalks. More: WCSC TV
Severe weather awareness week starts in S.C., tornado drills to play part. Severe weather awareness week has started in South Carolina, and officials are reminding people that tornadoes, flooding and wind can be serious dangers in the state. More: Associated Press
Charleston community rallies behind Ukrainian immigrants to mobilize aid. West Ashley grocery store Euro Foods on Saturday in West Ashley worked to rally volunteers to help collect, sort, and package food, clothes and medical aid to ship to Ukraine. More: WCBD TV
City of Charleston unveils interactive racial equity story map tool. The city of Charleston on March 4 introduced a new racial equity story map, an interactive website that relies on GIS mapping and data collection to create visual representations of racial discrimination and disparities. More: The Post and Courier
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