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Following Hurricane Helene, N.C. Forest Service urging the public to be careful and responsible with outdoor fire
RALEIGH — With the amount of storm debris brought on by Hurricane Helene and North Carolina on the cusp of fall wildfire season, the N.C. Forest Service is reminding the public to think ahead and be cautious when burning outdoors. “Recent tropical weather, most notably Hurricane Helene, has left...
JD Vance to host town hall at Koury Convention Center in Greensboro on Thursday
GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — Vice presidential hopeful JD Vance will be making a stop in Greensboro this week. According to an email from the Trump-Vance campaign on Monday, Senator Vance will be holding a town hall in Greensboro on Thursday at 6 p.m. Vice President Kamala Harris visited North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane […]
NCHSAA announcement about Helene's impact on fall sports expected Wednesday
If there are any changes to the fall sports schedule following Hurricane Helene, the N.C. High School Athletic Association plans to announce them on Wednesday morning. On Monday, NCHSAA Commissioner Que Tucker notified the membership that the association and its board of directors have been working on the issue and an announcement would be made on Wednesday.
Jamy Ard: Shortsighted decision on obesity meds fails state workers
Tina, a North Carolina state employee, has struggled with obesity since her mid-20s. After her son was born, her weight spiraled — high blood pressure, pre-diabetes and a family history of diabetes threatened her health. When she learned that the North Carolina State Health Plan would no longer cover medications used for obesity management, her hope for better health and quality of life was crushed. Earlier this year, the NCSHP voted to discontinue coverage for these critical medications. While the board cited short-term financial concerns...
West Virginia Provides Relief for Hurricane Helene Victims in North Carolina
GREENBRIER COUNTY W.Va. (WVDN) – Over a week ago, a devastating category 4 hurricane stalled over the mountains of North Carolina, which in itself is an anomaly but feeling safe in the mountainous regions of America left many residents with no flood insurance in addition to having homes, businesses and lives swept away. The horrific […] The post West Virginia Provides Relief for Hurricane Helene Victims in North Carolina appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath Includes Travel Advisories — Here’s What To Know
Cities across the South are advising tourists on whether or not to visit as cleaning up Hurricane Helene’s wreckage continues. The storm’s aftermath is simultaneous with annual tourist plans for fall foliage sightseeing. While some areas stringently discourage visitors, others have highlighted that foot traffic and patrons can help rebuild a community. The six states… Continue reading Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath Includes Travel Advisories — Here’s What To Know
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Government officials and average citizens of all guises and stripes have done a mostly remarkable job of carrying out relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Notwithstanding the understandable frustrations of those in devastated areas still waiting for aid and the calculated lies of some cynical politicians and shameless social media creeps, the truth […]
FEMA Fact vs. Rumor: Clearing Up Misinformation About Hurricane Helene Recovery
With the spread of misinformation following Hurricane Helene, North Carolina officials are urging the public to verify facts and avoid sharing unconfirmed reports. Beware of False Claims on Social Media Regarding Helene Response.
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