Helene’s trail of devastation now dotted with rebuilding and resilience
One year ago, Helene tore a path of destruction throughout the southern United States, as a hurricane and tropical storm that sent floodwaters crashing into communities. It devastated small mountain towns and historic estates , beachfront communities and a beloved National Park . Many of the communities affected are...
Helene One Year Later: Rebirth in Asheville’s River Arts District
Adam Charnack is a co-founder of Hi-Wire Brewing, which opened on Asheville’s South Slope in 2013. Since then, they have opened other taprooms in Asheville and from the North Carolina coast up to the Ohio River. The main office and distribution center in the River Arts District, and the main brewery facility in...
Rising Above Helene: A journey of resilience and rebuilding in western North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners have come together to reflect and shine a light on the significant rebuilding efforts in Western North Carolina following the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene. “It was scary, and it was scary because unknown, especially in those first...
Arts district in Asheville shows resilience after Hurricane Helene
While some businesses may be lost forever, those that have reopened are encouraging visitors to return and help revitalize this iconic neighborhood.
Shops, tourism return to Black Mountain and Swannanoa after Helene
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Nearly a year after Tropical Storm Helene swept through Western North Carolina, businesses and residents in Black Mountain and Swannanoa are gradually recovering, though challenges remain. Cheryl Hyde, executive director of the Black Mountain Visitor Center, said the vast majority...
25 Trips to the Hardware Store Later, Dad Turns Hurricane Destruction into Special Gift...
A year after Hurricane Helene, Butler Taylor says the recovery in his hometown of Arden, N.C., is still ongoing. Part of the challenge inspired Taylor, a father of two, to repurpose an oak tree that had toppled during the storm. Now, it’s an interactive structure for his young daughters — one that took 25 trips […]
Crews tackle I-40 repairs as federal funds boost efforts to reopen vital four-lane route
Governor Josh Stein and Federal Highway Administrator Sean McMaster held a joint news conference to see I-40 repair progress and mutually discuss the $1.15-billion the Federal Transportation Secretary green-lighted for North Carolina. The money is the largest single pledge for Helene infrastructure repairs. “This...
Beloved sporting goods retailer Sherman’s Sports closing forever after 103 years in business
For generations the family-owned store has served its community. But changing customer habits are making it tough for retailers. The owners say it is time they retired
Mercy Chefs continue serving Hurricane Helene survivors one year later
One year after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of Virginia and North Carolina, communities are still rebuilding with the help of dedicated volunteers
Community unites in Bat Cave to remember Hurricane Helene, one year later
BAT CAVE, N.C. (WLOS) — On Friday, Sept. 26, roughly 300 people participated in a Day of Community Unity at the Bat Cave Fire Station to commemorate one year of Hurricane Helene. Organizers of the event said it was to remember those lost to the storm and to celebrate...
