Local
12 months ago
Black Mountain Update: water, sewer systems still down, power restored to downtown

While power has been restored to parts of downtown Black Mountain, the majority of the town remains without electricity. Emergency services continue working on water restoration and aiding residents affected by the catastrophic damage. Daily community meetings provide critical updates.

Local
12 months ago
PHOTOS | Governor Cooper and FEMA Assess Hurricane Helene’s Damage in Western North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper, alongside FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and state officials, visited Western North Carolina today to assess the damage from Hurricane Helene

Local
1 year ago
President Biden and Vice President Harris address nation on federal response to Hurricane Helene

Both President Biden and Vice President Harris addresses the nation about the response to Hurricane Helene in the Southeastern US.

Local
1 year ago
Crews search for survivors days after Helene’s deluge

Searchers fanned out across the region, using helicopters to get past washed-out bridges and hiking through wilderness to reach isolated homes

Local
1 year ago
Health officials offer tips for safe water usage amid flooding

Access to safe and potable water is a critical issue in Western North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Local
1 year ago
I-40 reopens in McDowell County

Individuals evacuating the Asheville area can use I-40 East or I-26 East.

Local
1 year ago
Distribution Sites and Helene Resources

Information & Resource Updates from North Carolina Department of Public Safety Shelters County Information […]

Education
1 year ago
Asheville Colleges Grapple with Hurricane Helene Aftermath

Several Asheville-area colleges, including UNCA, A-B Tech, and Warren Wilson College, are facing ongoing closures due to Hurricane Helene’s devastation. With power, water, and internet outages still in place, schools have become vital hubs for shelter and support. Key updates include suspended classes and storm shelter services for those in need.

Local
1 year ago
Buncombe County residents dealing with desperation, isolation

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Isolated, cut off, overwhelmed, frustrated. Those are just a few […]

Local
1 year ago
Biden to visit Asheville later this week

Biden said he will travel to Raleigh to get a briefing from state and local officials and take an aerial tour of Asheville