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Helene aftermath: Social media spreads false information about storm's source
In the days following Hurricane Helene’s catastrophic impact on western North Carolina, communities including Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and Asheville are facing not only physical devastation but a rising tide of misinformation. As recovery efforts ramp up, experts and residents alike are sounding the alarm about climate change’s role in the disaster and the harmful conspiracy theories circulating in its wake.
Raleigh woman leads Helene cleanup efforts in hometown of Edneyville
Edneyville community helping each other after Helene devastation. Raleigh resident Carrie Wooldridge got in her car and drove to her hometown of Edneyville after Hurricane Helene ravaged the area. “We’re going to go check on a couple people on Slick Rock,” Wooldridge said. “They asked for ice.
This camp provides a safe space for kids to learn and play after Hurricane Helene
BREVARD, N.C. (AP) — The Weissmans still have much to do to recover from Hurricane Helene flooding their home last month. They need to chase down private insurance claims and fill out applications for the Small Business Administration and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Because the storm killed power to western North Carolina, they worry about mold.
Reynolds QB, Virginia commit Ely Hamrick transferring to Crest after Tropical Storm Helene
As football remains on an indefinite pause in Buncombe County, with no decision on a return to play while schools are without water in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, one of Asheville’s top players is looking to get back on the field sooner. Reynolds quarterback Ely Hamrick, a 247Sports three-star and a Virginia commit, announced on social media Tuesday he will transfer to Crest. He is immediately eligible to play for the Chargers, he confirmed to...
Latest on Helene internet, power outages; update on parks and schools from around Upstate
As the Upstate returns to normalcy post Tropical Storm Helene, here are a few updates on internet and power restoration, park and school openings, and services available in Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson counties. On Monday, Sept. 30, officials said more than 6,650 distribution lines across the Upstate were damaged after the storm, and 425,000 homes and businesses were without power, according to a USA Today power outage tracker. ...
State, federal aid surge in western NC as residents grapple with whether to stay after Helene
People look for unemployment relief in western NC in wake of Helene. Both North Carolina and federal government are stepping up their presence in western North Carolina, trying to connect businesses and people to the aid they need. In downtown Boone, there is a Small Business Administration pop-up office. Western...
Public Wi-Fi now available at Tryon Town Hall
Starlink satellite internet now set up TRYON—Residents in the community who are still unable to connect to the internet after the widespread outages caused by Tropical Storm Helene can now access public Wi-Fi at Tryon Town Hall. The Tryon government announced yesterday that it now has a Starlink setup with satellite internet available at […] The post Public Wi-Fi now available at Tryon Town Hall appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Huckleberry’s provides support, music therapy in wake of Helene
TRYON—In the wake of Tropical Storm Helene, Tryon has found solace and support at Huckleberry’s, a local restaurant that opens its doors daily to provide essential services to those affected by the natural disaster. In the immediate days after the storm, Huckleberry’s not only offered cold water and food but also critical Wi-Fi access for […] The post Huckleberry’s provides support, music therapy in wake of Helene appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
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