In western North Carolina, thousands are facing bacteria-infested water wells
As people return to their homes, those with private wells face the risk of using water contaminated with harmful bacteria and other chemicals.
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Buncombe County overcounted Helene deaths by as many as 30, sheriff says
A sheriff's office statement and data from the state show that the North Carolina county that is home to Asheville overcounted deaths caused by Helene by as many as 30. The information in the statement on Tuesday significantly reduces the death toll from the historic storm.
High Point fund seeking to raise $40M for affordable housing
The new fund looks to create 1,000 new affordable housing units in the area.
As weather cools, public health officials remind residents to prepare for rise in COVID cases
COVID-19 cases are down in the region after a slight uptick during the summer, according to the latest wastewater data. But public health officials say residents can start preparing now for the typical winter spike.
Piedmont Opera to showcase rising star Josh Conyers
Josh Conyers is a graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the
Arts in Winston-Salem. He also has an incredible personal story. "I come from nothing. Living in shelters, drug abuse, and violence in my childhood home. This is my journey from poverty and strife to thriving as a father, husband, performer, and educator."
Ashe County students engage in expressive arts after Helene
Ashe County public schools have been closed for weeks due to Helene. Students were invited to take part in an expressive arts program where they could spend time with other kids and learn creative coping skills.
Trump makes more debunked claims about FEMA as he surveys storm damage in North Carolina
Surveying storm damage in North Carolina, former President Donald Trump on Monday blasted federal emergency responders whose work has bee
With death toll at 95, Helene is the deadliest tropical storm in NC history
According to a press release from Governor Roy Cooper’s office, 95 people are confirmed dead and 26 remain missing.
In North Carolina, Trump and Harris navigate a hurricane and a rollercoaster governor's race
Both the Harris and Trump campaigns are ramping up their activity in North Carolina again after the storm. Trump has three North Carolina stops Monday, including a visit to see storm damage in Asheville. Former President Bill Clinton appeared last week with Harris' running mate, Tim Walz, and followed with several visits in eastern North Carolina.