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North Carolina Fire Department grapples with Hurricane Helene impact
Seven months ago, the small town of Swannanoa was hit hard be Helene. Now, it's dealing with a series of wildfires in the ...
North Carolina county launches community market to help residents struggling with food access months after Hurricane Helene
Buncombe County launched a new community engagement market in Swannanoa to combat food insecurity following Hurricane Helene.
Swannanoa firefighters battling wildfires as area recovers from Hurricane Helene
Swannanoa Fire & Rescue crews are battling wildfires fueled by Hurricane Helene debris as recovery efforts continue in ...
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North Carolina's Charming Mountain Community Offers Thousands Of Tulips Straight From The Dutch Countryside
In this North Carolina town, thousands of tulips and other flowers from the Netherlands are a symbol of hope after a ...
NC governor appeals FEMA decision denying 100% reimbursement for Helene costs
With denial of full reimbursement extension, NC state and local governments could be responsible for more than $200 million ...
This park was devastated by Hurricane Helene. It’s now blooming with 10,000 tulips
“Flowers give hope,” Rozenbroek told Blue Ridge Public Radio.
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Swannanoa post office will not reopen at current location, residents organize campaign
The U.S. Postal Service operated a post office in Swannanoa at 2311 U.S. 70 until Sept. 27, when Tropical Storm Helene hit ...
Bus stops along Swannanoa River Road damaged by Helene to resume service on May 4
After closures due to Tropical Storm Helene damage, ART bus stops along Swannanoa River Road in Asheville will resume service ...
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Swannanoa residents 'miserable' as post-Helene Ingles closure spurs food insecurity
The Swannanoa Ingles has been closed since Tropical Storm Helene hit Western North Carolina more than six months ago. Ingles has not given a timeline for when or if the store will reopen.