Church Sees High Yields from Organized Response
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been delivering disaster relief for two centuries. It is now applying those years of institutional learning in Asheville by turning a house of worship into a command center that connects people in need with manpower, tools, and prayers for comfort.
ART Bus Service Expansion: A Lifeline for Asheville Residents
As Asheville recovers from Tropical Storm Helene, the ART bus service is expanding its hours and routes starting October 21 to enhance accessibility, connect residents to vital resources like FEMA centers and food distribution sites, and facilitate access to early voting locations, ensuring the community remains connected during this challenging time.
Hurricane Helene Leaves Carl Sandburg Home in the Dark
The Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site is closed due to significant damage from Hurricane Helene, as park officials assess the impact and work diligently to ensure safety before reopening to the community.
Mission Hospital’s Lifeline: How Water Tankers Kept the System Running Post-Hurricane
After Hurricane Helene threw many North Carolinians into a chaos of water, water everywhere without a drop to drink, a brigade of shiny silver tankers circulating on I-26 was a strong symbol that engineering and human compassion would triumph over a potential sanitation nightmare.
West’s ‘Bryson Blasters’ Win M7 in Volleyball
West Henderson is a legitimate state title contender behind star middle blocker Emma Bryson and a host of skilled players.
Heartbreak & Hope: AC Reynolds Rockets Coach Craig Leads After Devastating Family Loss
A.C. Reynolds had an emotional football victory on Friday, Erwin overwhelmed T.C. Roberson early, Asheville cruised, while West Henderson won an overtime thriller on a trick play.
Council vs. Mayor: The Growing Rift in Woodfin’s Leadership
The Woodfin Town Council meeting on October 15, 2024, highlighted tensions as a resolution to censure Mayor Jim McAllister for his crisis management during Hurricane Helene was debated, revealing divisions over communication and leadership, but ultimately passing with a 4-2 vote, underscoring the need for improved collaboration and crisis response strategies.
How Neglected Infrastructure and Storm Helene Expose Critical Election Issues
With the future of Asheville's water system and financial integrity on the line, voting is more important than ever, however, it's been estimated that up to 10,000 people will not be able to vote in Buncombe County due to being displaced or not having the capability to get to their polling places.
Unraveling the Aftermath and Conspiracy on Spruce Pine’s Vital Quartz Supply
Hurricane damage in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, is disrupting the semiconductor supply chain by affecting the town's pure quartz production, essential for silicon crucibles. Damage to the mines complicates recovery efforts, potentially jeopardizing high-quality silicon availability and impacting global technology markets. The long-term effects remain uncertain.