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The North Carolinian delivering campers & hope to western NC after Helene
We spoke to Gary Pigg, a Cabarrus County resident who delivered more than 220 campers to residents after Tropical Storm Helene.
Western NC housing nonprofit executive warns ‘lives will be lost’ to DOGE weather service cuts
Why Elon Musk-directed cuts to federal programs will endanger people in North Carolina during the next disaster.
‘We didn’t wait for anyone to save us’: A western NC town’s post-storm revival
In Marshall, a small town in western North Carolina, the community stands together as they rebuild their businesses and homes.
Western NC small businesses pick up the pieces after Hurricane Helene
Four months after Hurricane Helene wiped out peak tourism season in western North Carolina, local business owners are still feeling the losses. They believe that direct financial support is needed to keep some businesses open.
Western NC leaders meet with Biden and congressional leaders on Hurricane Helene funding
Elected officials in North Carolina, led by Governor Roy Cooper, met with President Joe Biden and members of North Carolina’s congressional delegation last week to advocate for federal support for the state’s recovery from Hurricane Helene.
Good News Friday: The first real snow of the season gives us snowy scenes in western NC
Winter, and the holiday season, is upon us. Here’s our weekly roundup of good news from across North Carolina.
Western NC communities ask for more support as the General Assembly returns to Raleigh
Just under two months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, legislators and community members are calling on the legislature to provide more financial support to the region.
Get your Thanksgiving turkeys at these 9 Western NC farms
These nine farms in western North Carolina offer pasture-raised turkeys ready for Thanksgiving.
Good News Friday: The people making a difference right now in western NC
These are tough times for many, but good news comes whether you’re ready for it or not. Here’s this week’s roundup of positive stories in North Carolina.
How to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning in western NC this winter
As cooler weather arrives in western NC, the NCDHHS urges safety when heating spaces to prevent carbon monoxide hazards post-Hurricane Helene.
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.
‘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.
‘It’s like something out of the Bible’: Emergency response operations continue in western NC after Helene
Western North Carolina remains in crisis in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, with ongoing recovery operations underway. Dozens of deaths have been confirmed, and hundreds of people remain unaccounted for.
Supplies rushed to western NC communities isolated by Helene as death toll rises to at least 107
At least 107 people in six states were killed. A North Carolina county that includes the mountain city of Asheville reported 30 people killed.
Western NC Volunteers Sew Thousands of Desperately Needed Masks to Help Rural Hospitals
Joy Boothe knows actions speak louder than good wishes. When the Yancey County resident read about the growing shortage of N95 surgical masks, she sewed a dozen to donate to her healthcare provider friends. ...
Opinion: Trump accused Biden of abandoning NC after Helene. Now, he’s doing just that
Right now, under Trump, we are seeing a fundamental change to the way we do disaster relief in America. It’s going to hurt states like North Carolina the most.
3 things happening in NC this week: Kites, the endangered hellbender, and a first taste of fall
Unseasonably cool temperatures, a kite festival, and a celebration of North America’s largest native salamander, sometimes referred to as a ‘snot otter.’ Here are 3 things happening in NC this week.
East vs. West BBQ in North Carolina: Here’s the real difference between the two
In North Carolina, we have two main types of BBQ: Eastern-style and Western-style. Check out what each entails and where to get the best smoked bites.
Video: Introducing a new series on exploring NC nature with a neurodiverse family
Jennie is part of a neurodiverse family in NC who finds peace and clarity in western North Carolina nature. This is her story.
Trump’s freeze on education funding shorts NC schools recovering from Helene
NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson said President Trump’s freeze on federal education funding includes $18 million going to western NC schools recovering from Helene.
How Trump’s ‘One, Big Beautiful Bill’ will impact jobs, investment in rural NC
In the mountains of western NC, local renewable energy company Sugar Hollow Solar is already working through contingency plans to avoid laying off staff.
3 things happening in NC: Sunflowers bloom in Dix Park, NC leaders sue Trump over education funding freeze
Our weekly rundown of 3 things happening in NC. This week, the joy of sunflowers, a DC to NC showdown, and a full menu of classical music greats.
Iran launches missiles at US military base in Qatar in retaliation for American bombing
Iran launched a limited missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites but indicating it was prepared to step back from escalating tensions in the volatile region.
Get ready for summertime fun with this line-up of Asheville and western North Carolina festivals
From music to food to arts and crafts, here is a list of festivals to include in your summertime fun in Asheville and western North Carolina.
8 western North Carolina spots to keep cool without breaking the bank
Western North Carolina is loaded with natural waterways, waterfalls and budget recreational activities for families that are looking to beat the heat and save money.
Video: Helene survivors in North Carolina face financial devastation
Ben Wilson and Natasha Tafelski suffered hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage to their home and property when Hurricane Helene swept through their community in North Carolina last fall.
North Carolina House budget has big pay increase for new teachers, modest state employee raises
After the North Carolina House passes its budget, House and Senate negotiators will meet to reconcile their differences, including differences over how to compensate state employees.
NPR stations targeted by Trump provided lifelines to NC listeners during disasters
The Trump administration wants to slash public funding for NPR and PBS, accusing them of bias in their reporting. One of the radio stations that could be hurt by these cuts, Blue Ridge Public Radio, provided urgent information to western North Carolina residents when the power went out during Hurricane Helene.
Opinon: Federal policies are hurting NC farmers. So state leaders must have their backs.
The Trump administration’s spending cuts are making it tougher for small farmers to get by, NC Rep. Ray Jeffers writes. But a bill he introduced would “uplift our farmers regardless of what comes down from Washington.”