North Carolina, Hurricane Helene and Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina, looks to put Hurricane Helene in the rearview with ‘Winter in Downtown’ promotion
Whether dealing with deep snows in winter or severe thunderstorms in summer, the people of Asheville consider themselves weather-resilient.
‘Avalanche’ of evictions about to hit North Carolina in long aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene hammered the southeast at the end of September, killing at least 62 people, but the long-term damage from the storm is still being felt in places like North Carolina. There, scores of people are facing eviction as the state struggles with a combination economic-housing crisis.
Clean water has returned to Asheville, North Carolina, after Hurricane Helene
The boil water advisory for Asheville, North Carolina, residents has been lifted after Helene damaged the city's distribution system nearly two months ago.
Hurricane Helene impacted millions in North Carolina. For the socially vulnerable, recovery can be a challenge
As North Carolinians continue to rebuild after Hurricane Helene, socially vulnerable communities face many more challenges in their recovery.
After Helene, a push to stave off evictions in North Carolina
Some tenants who could barely afford rent in western North Carolina before Hurricane Helene have fallen behind and are now facing the possibility of eviction.
How a group is working to bring holiday cheer to western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene
Toys for Tots anticipates a greater need this year for donations in western North Carolina after the Helene disaster.
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Mission Health permanently shutters Asheville Specialty Hospital
The long-term care facility was the only one of its kind in western N.C.; patients will have to seek care elsewhere.
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UNC Asheville will pay for in-state tuition for spring 2025; Other support for students?
UNC Asheville announced it will cover in-state tuition costs for all students in the spring with the support of the North ...
Asheville Mayor Manheimer will co-chair Gov.-elect Stein's Rebuilding WNC committee
Member of the committee are well-positioned to provide counsel and strategic advice, said the news release, with Asheville ...
Families flock to shop for fresh Christmas trees in WNC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The day after Thanksgiving sends many families out in search of this year's Christmas tree, and one ...