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Helene hit nearly 11 months ago, but 'indirect' deaths could increase NC toll. Here's why.

Emergency responders, truck drivers and residents died months after the storm, but North Carolina's health agency attributes their deaths to Helene. Here's why.
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Program That Provides Assistance To Those Affected By Helene Exceeds 1,000 Applications

This week Renew NC surpassed 1,000 applications received, reaching a significant milestone for the state’s Single-Family ...

Where is Tropical Storm Erin expected to hit? Odds of another hurricane in Tennessee

East Tennessee is still recovering from Hurricane Helene. What are the odds another named storm could impact Tennessee?

Woman indicted for FEMA fraud after Hurricane Helene

Officials said a western North Carolina woman was indicted by a federal grand jury after a FEMA fraud investigation.The ...

Asheville Answers: Why hasn't Helene damage along Swannanoa River Road been cleared yet?

A readers wonders why it's taking so long to rebuild or demolish Helene-damaged buildings along Swannanoa River Road.

Helene-impacted North Carolina communities to benefit from new $409M grant from EPA

Towns across Western North Carolina could soon see long awaited water system upgrades after the EPA awarded North Carolina ...

North Carolina investing $5 million into electric microgrids in western counties, officials say

Officials affiliated with the project said it will provide accessible power in the wake of any future disasters.

Your Voice, Your Future: Lessons Learned

In News 13's Town Hall, "Your Voice, Your Future: Lessons Learned," airing at 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 13, 2025, school leaders and ...