Crucial Hurricane Helene Relief Funding Stalled in NC
WNC --ย WNC residents and other communities devastated by Hurricane Helene are facing continued uncertainty regarding vital recovery funds.
WNC --ย WNC residents and other communities devastated by Hurricane Helene are facing continued uncertainty regarding vital recovery funds.
Black Mountain --ย ย Press Release Black Mountain Police: On June 24, 2025, at approximately 11:03 am, Black Mountain Police Department was dispatched to an unresponsive subject in the area of 500 NC Hwy 9. ย
Asheville -- In response to community complaints, Asheville Police Department officers engaged in proactive crime prevention on Monday night, making two felony drug arrests in west Asheville.
Raleigh -- NCDA & CS Press Release: The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has confirmed an established presence of the invasive spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in Caldwell County.
Buncombe County --ย Press Release Buncombe County Government: Buncombe County Commissioners are hosting a series of town halls this summer, and the first one kicks off on Thursday, June 26 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
WNC --ย As temperatures rise and humidity levels climb, particularly in regions like Western North Carolina, the risks associated with heat exposure become significant.
Catawba County -- On Sunday, the Catawba County Animal Service posted the following announcement on social media. 60 animals embarked on a life-changing journey, taking flight towards new beginnings with our dedicated rescue partners in Virginia, Connecticut, and New York.
Burnsville -- ย The protest was part of a broader "No Kings" movement seen across Appalachia, where individuals gather to express concerns about what they perceive as an accelerating slide into authoritarianism.
Haywood County --ย Interstate 40, a critical east-west corridor, has been shut down in both directions near the Tennessee/North Carolina state line due to a significant rockslide and severe flooding.