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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.

Local leaders echo Gov. Stein’s call for more federal funding for Helene recovery

July 23, 2026

Nearly two years after Helene devastated their communities, Gov. Josh Stein and western NC leaders are calling for more federal support to complete the $60 billion recovery.

‘Recovery Czar’ Michael Whatley caught on audio wanting to end FEMA as Western NC is owed billions

July 30, 2026

When President Trump returned to office in January 2025, he made Whatley ‘recovery czar’ to coordinate Hurricane Helene recovery. To date, a fraction of the funding needed has made it to 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.

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.

He spent 25 years as a farmer. Now, he’s running for Congress to fight for Helene recovery and lower costs

June 24, 2026

Jamie Ager, a first-time candidate, says he will focus on securing Hurricane Helene recovery funding and tackling the cost-of-living crisis.

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…

‘Huge strides’: Lake Lure marina reopens after Helene devastation

July 27, 2026

There’s still work to be done on the Lake Lure marina after Helene, but it held a soft opening ahead of the July 18 weekend.