Gov. Stein submits $1.4 billion plan to rebuild western NC after Helene
Under the plan, more than $800 million would go towards reconstructing and rehabilitating owner-occupied housing damaged during the storm.
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Helene damage repairs underway on Blue Ridge Parkway
Six months after Helene wreaked havoc on western North Carolina, roughly one-third of the 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway remains closed, but the National Parks Service has begun projects to repair the damage.
With Grace and Grit: Helene created a 'chain reaction of inspiration' for mountain artists
The arts have always been integral to the Appalachian experience. Helene led to a pause in much of the area’s creative output. But six months later, many artists are back at work and incorporating the tragedy into their projects.
With Grace and Grit: Replacing Helene-damaged bridges became a calling for volunteers
In the second installment of "With Grace and Grit: A mountain community responds to Helene," Paul Garber reports on Lansing’s Bridge to Recovery. The nonprofit was launched post-Helene to help restore vital spans that are not maintained by the state.
More evacuations as wildfires burn in the Carolinas. Forecasts aren't encouraging for firefighters
More people have been asked to leave their homes in the North Carolina and South Carolina mountains as wildfires spread and the forecast for
With Grace and Grit: Six months after Helene struck, Lansing is reinventing itself, again
A few decades ago, the High Country town of Lansing was a struggling former train stop. But this century, it has seen a revival, thanks to new residents and businesses.
Then, Helene washed away much of the progress. Six months after the storm, Lansing is again looking to make a comeback.
Wildfires in North and South Carolina fueled by drought, wind and fallen trees from Hurricane Helene
Dry conditions, wind and trees downed by Hurricane Helene fueled wildfires in North Carolina and South Carolina, where evacuation orders were in effect Tuesday.
New North Carolina governor seeks to freeze tax cuts, phase out school vouchers in budget
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Another $528M for North Carolina Helene recovery OK'd by legislators
North Carolina lawmakers agreed Wednesday to spend another $528 million on still-pressing needs from Hurricane Helene's historic floo
Strong ski season despite Helene is a sign of mountain resiliency, resort executive says
In the High Country there’s still snow on ski slopes and a couple of good weeks left to enjoy the winter sports, says Kimberley Jochl, president of the North Carolina Ski Areas Association.