To her, Hurricane Helene debris isn’t trash. It is full of memories — and she’s returning them

125 volunteers gather in Valdese to build sheds with generators, fridges for Hurricane Helene victims

“If they want to put a mattress in there and spend the night, that's up to them,” an organizer said said. “But it mainly is to get them a place

Fish habitats a concern during Hampton Waterway Debris Removal Open House

HAMPTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — Several agencies attended the Hampton Waterway Debris Removal Open House Friday to answer questions and provide information. One main concern was how Hurricane Helene and debris removal affected fishing. Carter County residents like Dillon Craft are worried about fish habitats being destroyed during the debris removal process. "We keep hearing that they're going to just take the floating debris and the loose debris that's…

To her, Hurricane Helene debris isn’t trash. It is full of memories — and she’s returning them

SWANNANOA, N.C. (AP) — The tops of dried, bent cornstalks crunch underfoot. Jill Holtz’s gaze is fixed on the ground ahead.

Hurricane Helene survivors: nearly six months later and still not getting any significant assistance! * WorldNetDaily * by WND Staff

Feb. 27, 2025: 7:30 p.m.: Hurricane Helene survivors: nearly six months later and still not getting any significant assistance! WHY are these people STILL not receiving meaningful assistance nearly 6 months later??? #BREAKING: A woman from Swannanoa NC has been named one of USA TODAY’s “Women of the Year.” During Helene, Katie McMullen swam into floodwaters with a life jacket, saving a neighbor clinging to a tree with hypothermia. She then ran …

Letters to the Editor: Support needed for struggling individuals and families affected by natural disasters - WS Chronicle

To The Editor:   I am writing to express my concern about the government’s role in addressing poverty and providing support to individuals and families who are struggling, especially in the aftermath of natural disasters like Hurricanes Helene and Debby. These storms have wreaked havoc in our state, leaving many already vulnerable communities even more exposed to hardship.  While Winston-Salem and other areas have made efforts to rebuild, the fa…

Elk River Helping Hands Concert Series to Support Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina

February 28, 2025 The people of North Carolina most affected by Hurricane Helene will receive a much-needed financial boost from a series of summer benefit concerts presented by the Elk River Helping Hands organization located in Banner Elk, NC. Former music attorney, artist manager, and television producer Bill Carter created the non-profit along with members of the Elk River Club. The organization serves as a financial resource for residents o…