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Kamala Harris speaks to media after briefing in North CarolinaWFAA1 day ago
Hurricane Milton is now a Category 5 headed for Florida. Here’s what NC can expectThe News Observer7 hours ago
Indiana couple travels to North Carolina to deliver supplies to Hurricane Helene victimsFOX1910 hours ago
FEMA issues public notice for North CarolinaThe Avery Journal-Times1 day ago
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FEMA issues public notice for North Carolina
RALEIGH – A public notice has been posted describing available FEMA assistance and proposed FEMA-funded actions, including activities that may affect historic properties, threatened and endangered species, critical habitat, or wetlands and floodplains in North Carolina. FEMA is required by law to provide public notice of its intent to provide federal assistance and grant opportunities via the Individual Assistance, Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs following the major disaster declaration for Tropical Storm Helene. ...
North Carolina changes election rules to help voters hit by hurricane Helene
(Reuters) -Election officials in the battleground state of North Carolina approved changes on Monday that aim to make it easier for voters in areas devastated by Hurricane Helene to cast ballots in the Nov. 5 U.S. presidential election.
No, Hurricane Milton will not have a major impact on North Carolina
As the western half of our state continues the long road to recovery from Helene, the rumor mill has swirled about "another storm coming to North Carolina." That is simply not true. Hurricane Milton, no doubt, is a powerful storm. Its projected path, however, is south of Central and Western...
Randolph County man charged with attempted murder by Ohio police
ASHEBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — A man from Randolph County if facing multiple charges several states away, according to police. Zanesville Police Department announced on Friday, Oct. 4 that they had received a tip from Randolph County Sheriff’s Office that Jamie Johnson was traveling to Zanesville from Randolph County after threatening to kill his ex-girlfriend. “Credible […]
Insurance company cancels policy days after North Carolina couple loses home to landslide
BOONE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Boone couple’s home is one of thousands destroyed by a landslide caused by Hurricane Helene. Just days after the storm hit, their insurance company canceled their homeowner’s policy, despite the couple not having landslide coverage or the company even selling it. Now the couple, Scott Richardson and Meta […]
Couple reunited after volunteer rescue pilot threatened with arrest in North Carolina
Jordan Seidhom, who decided to go help those impacted by Helene with his own helicopter on his own dime, was able to rescue Susan Coffey off a mountainside. But, before he could go back for her husband, Mike, and his own son and co-pilot, he was threatened with arrest.
FEMA administrator says people 'afraid' to apply for aid, debunks rumors
Gov. Roy Cooper on Monday joined FEMA's administrator to provide an update on millions of dollars in federal aid pouring in to North Carolina. Cooper delivered remarks at the Asheville Regional Airport. He was joined by the North Carolina National Guard, the state Department of Public Safety, the state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, the Department of Defense and others.
FEMA administrator continues pushback against false claims as Helene death toll hits 230
The head of the U.S. disaster response agency continued to forcefully push back Monday against false claims and conspiracy theories about her agency’s response to Hurricane Helene as the death toll from the storm continued to climb.
North Carolina gears up for increase of bee stings in the wake of Hurricane Helene
ASHEVILLE, NC – In the wake of Hurricane Helene, North Carolina is preparing for an increase in bee stings, with thousands of EpiPens and other medications being distributed around the Tar Heel State. The states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee were the hardest hit when Helene moved through the region more than a week ago, producing feet of rainfall and damaging winds. The Category 4 cyclone uprooted trees and reshaped the landscape, affecting not only humans but also wildlife populations and insects. North Carolina is home to a significant bee population, which is why health departments are warning about...
North Carolina Man Saves Cooler of Wife's Breastmilk by Hauling It Over Raging Waters in Hurricane Helene Aftermath (Exclusive)
In a video that's amassed more than 1 million views, Emily Singleton shares footage of what she describes as "Appalachian folks makeshifting ways to save breastmilk for their babies during the flood."
Four NC companies donate $2M to Hurricane Helene relief
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Four of North Carolina’s leading companies have pledged a $2 million donation to Samaritan’s Purse to support relief efforts in western N.C. and throughout the Southeast. Hendrick Automotive Group, Hendrick Motorsports, Sonic Automotive and Speedway Motorsports will contribute this donation to the Boone-based organization that is working to help across […]
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