West Asheville damage from Helene

As Asheville Recovers from Helene, Is There Any Good News?

On September 27, 2024, Asheville found itself in the path of Tropical Storm Helene, a once-in-a-century storm that destroyed buildings, roadways, and bridges. Livelihoods and lives were lost. The flood waters and subsequent devastation stranded surviving residents without power, communications, and running water. The storm damage was completely unexpected, as Western North Carolina isn’t typically…

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After Helene: How Neighbors Helped Neighbors in WNC

There are many reasons to love Western North Carolina (WNC), including its natural beauty, its independent history and its community-oriented culture. After the devastation caused by Tropical Storm Helene, it’s easy to find instances of where neighbors helped neighbors. That spirit helped everyone through the dark days following the storm. Despite destroyed homes, uprooted infrastructure…