Two weeks ago, the General Assembly approved what was described as a preliminary $273 million relief package
Crews have built about a mile of temporary road that restores access for many people who live in Chimney Rock.
D-SNAP extension, water restoration updates and early voting this weekend
All the processing centers in North Carolina were back in operation as of Tuesday, USPS officials says
Helene’s damage: At least 6,000 miles of roads, more than 1,000 bridges and culverts and about 126,000 homes
Gov. Cooper asked legislators to locate $3.9 billion to help pay for repairs and revitalization
The slides occurred above and below the road and have also severely damaged or swept away the roadbed in places
Water is being tested for aluminum, iron and manganese daily
“As soon as you are able, get in the habit of supporting your Swannanoa Valley merchants and restaurants.” — Black Mountain Mayor C. Michael Sobol
Officials are trying to make it easier for restaurants to reopen.
