Boone Chamber of Commerce Foundation opens second round of Helene relief funding
The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has reopened the window to apply for its Hurricane Helene Business Resiliency Disaster Grants.
Avery County
Shifted precincts and pop-up tents part of Election Day in Helene's wake
In Yancey County, downed trees in the mountain forests and washed-out creeks and riverbeds remain over a month after the storm. Many voters saw their brick-and-mortar locations replaced by temporary white tents powered by generators.
Some voting places in the High Country have changed due to Helene
Friday’s figures from early voting in Helene’s disaster counties show higher turnout compared to the rest of the state.
Grandfather Mountain nature park reopens
The nature park is next to but separate from Grandfather Mountain State Park. That site, like all state parks west of Interstate 77, remains closed.
Banner Elk works to fix sewer main after damage from Helene
Banner Elk officials still want people to stay off the roads unless travel is essential, and they are asking those who planned to visit in October to reschedule.