The idea of converting a bus into a home isn’t necessarily always radical, but in the case of a recent local remodeling, the way folks came together to pitch in with the labor was. After years of dealing with houselessness and housing insecurities, a disabled, autistic, Black trans couple upcycled a bus. With the aid of community members and an organization called The New South Collective, renovations were completed over the last month. Funds were raised for supplies and what was left over was given to the couple. Now, they can call this place home.

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