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A new Helene documentary premieres in North Carolina this weekend

February 12, 2026

A new Helene documentary, “Air Angels: Flight Helene,” tells the story of North Carolina residents who used their private planes and resources to help out after Helene devastated western NC.

Video: Mitchell County pastor gets emotional reflecting on Hurricane Helene

September 29, 2025

On the anniversary of Helene’s rampage in western North Carolina, a conversation with one Mitchell County pastor on ruin and recovery.

NC funnels $50 million to Helene repair projects that don’t qualify for FEMA

December 17, 2025

Many Helene repairs did not qualify for FEMA funds, so North Carolina leaders are expected to spend $50 million through 80 grants in western NC.

Video: A year after Helene, Gov. Josh Stein says NC still waiting for aid

June 15, 2026

More than a year after Hurricane Helene, North Carolina has received federal aid covering just 12% to 14% of its recovery costs, says Gov. Josh Stein.

One year after Helene, NC program teaches students resilience

September 24, 2025

As the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene’s devastating landfall approaches, a program in western North Carolina schools is helping students cope with the tragedy.

Video: Western NC still lacks funds to rebuild after Helene

April 22, 2026

More than a year after Helene tore through western NC, a state lawmaker talks about the lack of recovery funding from the state and federal governments.

Who’s actually to blame for gas prices

April 15, 2026

Plus: NC riverwalk makes top 10 in the US. Share with a friend Hey, it’s Billy. If it’s Wednesday, we have a new Billy Ball Explains NC. This week, I want to talk about gas prices. In politics, this is probably one of the dumbest subjects ever. Presidents and lawmakers have limited power over what…