With Stein’s $792M request pending, NC lawmakers question governor’s top Helene aides

Helene recovery faces delays as $60B of damage outpaces aid

North Carolina officials say Hurricane Helene caused an estimated $60 billion in damage, far exceeding available federal, state, and private resources. As a result, major portions of the state’s recovery effort depend on delayed or uncertain federal aid. Matt Calabria, director of the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC), presented to lawmakers Thursday, providing an update on federal funding and the governor’s propose…

With Stein’s $792M request pending, NC lawmakers question governor’s top Helene aides

North Carolina disaster recovery leaders briefed a legislative oversight committee on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. The hearing comes days after Gov. Josh Stein proposed $792 million in new recovery funding.

FEMA announces additional $103M for North Carolina Helene and Florence recovery projects

ASHEVILLE — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced an additional $103 million for North Carolina recovery efforts.

Stein announces $8.5M in small business recovery grants

RALEIGH — Gov. Josh Stein announced nearly $8.5 million in a third round of grants for 13 projects aimed at aiding small businesses recovering from Hurricane Helene and bolstering public infrastructure in western North Carolina. The third round brings the program’s total investment in Helene recove