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Stories of heroism abound in western NC after Helene, but so do fears about the future
Two weeks ago, the mountain towns of North Carolina experienced one of the worst natural disasters in the state’s history. Members of the communities recall Helene’s impact, the response from everyday people, and what comes next.
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Rerouting fall: Alternative autumn destinations in the Tar Heel State
With western North Carolina under a travel advisory, here are some other ideas for road trips in the Tar Heel State this fall.
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VIDEO: Western North Carolina mayor pushes back on conspiracy theories and lies about Helene relief
There’s been a wave of disinformation and lies following Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact in western North Carolina. Locals are pushing back.
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VIDEO: North Carolina woman talks about surviving a mudslide during Helene
A western North Carolina woman told Cardinal & Pine her harrowing story of surviving a mudslide during Helene.
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Hurricane Helene sparks emergency temporary NC Medicaid adjustments
With a focus on western North Carolina, NCDHHS has introduced temporary measures to aid those impacted by Hurricane Helene.
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Home insurers argue for a 42% average rate hike in North Carolina
With many North Carolina residents still lacking power from Hurricane Helene, a hearing began Monday on the insurance industry’s request to raise homeowner premium rates.
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‘There is progress’: Gov. Cooper, FEMA share update on Hurricane Helene response efforts in western NC
Prior to another visit to western North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper joined federal officials to offer the state updates on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.
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Soul-searching and regret over unheeded warnings follow Helene’s destruction
The red flags and cataclysmic forecasts ahead of Helene weren’t enough to prevent the still-rising death toll. The number has soared to at least 215 across six states.
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Biden commits to 100% federal funding for Hurricane Helene cleanup in NC
With the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, President Biden commits to 100% federal funding for debris removal costs as North Carolina begins long recovery.
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‘We are working around the clock to reach you’: NC leaders pledge rescue and recovery after Helene’s devastation
Helene wreaked havoc in North Carolina, especially in western communities that were flooded or destroyed by landslides. Dozens of people are dead, and many more are missing. Here’s what’s being done about it.
