Press release from the City of Asheville: Tropical Storm Helene Recovery Resources New updates are posted daily. This is the latest information available as of 9 a.m. Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 Curfew was lifted effective Oct. 21. City offices re-opened to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 23. This does not include City recreation centers. Burning […]
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Board of Commissioners’ Special Meeting – November 1
Press release from the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners: NOTICE is hereby given that the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will hold a special called meeting on Friday, November 1 at 11:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers located at 200 College Street in Downtown Asheville to discuss Hurricane Helene Recovery funding.
Hurricanes donate $50,000 to rebuild Asheville rink
Press release from Carolina Hurricanes: Doug Warf, President of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, today announced that the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation has donated $50,000 to the Asheville Hockey League to help rebuild the organization’s outdoor hockey rink, which was destroyed by Hurricane Helene. The Foundation has also committed to donate an additional $25,000 once […]
Buncombe County Updates Oct. 28
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Courthouse Updates, Turbidity Curtains Installed, and Community Remembrance Community Care Stations, providing showers, laundry, and more, will continue to operate in their current locations. Some adjustments are taking place at the Community Care Station at the Swannanoa Ingles as equipment gets switched out. While disruption in services is […]
Buncombe County Court Officials release statement warning of jury scam
Press release from Buncombe County: Via a statement released by Buncombe County Clerk of Superior Court Jean Marie Christy on Friday, October 25th, 2024 on behalf of court officials and previously released by law enforcement officials, the public is advised as follows: Attention regarding a jury scam: We want to warn our community about a […]
BCTDA Regular Meeting is Wednesday, Oct. 30
Press release from Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority: The regular monthly joint board meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, a Public Authority and a Nonprofit Corporation id Wednesday, October 30, 9–11 a.m. WHERE: IN PERSON: At The Explore Asheville Board Room, located on the First Floor at 27 College Place, Suite 200 Asheville, NC 28801. VIRTUAL: […]
City of Asheville – Tropical Storm Helene recovery resources Oct. 28
Press release from City of Asheville: City offices re-opened to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 23. This does not include City recreation centers. Burning yard waste and debris is not allowed within city limits due to many safety concerns. Water Service Restoration Turbidity curtains are being installed at North Fork Monday and Tuesday. Water Resources […]
Buncombe County Courthouse open for regular business hours
Press release from Clerk of Superior Court: The Buncombe County Courthouse is open for regular business hours, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Bathrooms are now operational; however, all water in the courthouse complex is unsafe for human consumption. Bottled drinking water is available in the lobby. Criminal and civil district and superior administrative courts are […]
City of Asheville Helene recovery update for Oct. 25
Press release from City of Asheville: The City of Asheville continues to provide Tropical Storm Helene recovery resource updates on a daily basis. Water Distribution Sites & Community Care Stations Food, bottled drinking water, and bulk water for flushing (please bring your own containers such as ½ gallon buckets and water totes) are being distributed throughout the […]
Buncombe County Helene recovery update for Oct. 25
Press release from Buncombe County: Out of an abundance of caution, the unlabeled half-gallon bottles of water from the Tunnel Road and Charlotte Highway distribution sites featuring green lids should be used as non-potable or gray water only. View the picture here. While the water has not been found to be unsafe, there have been […]
Haywood County curfew lifted
Press release from Haywood County: The curfew is now completely lifted as recovery efforts continue across the county. We thank everyone for their patience and cooperation during this time.
Asheville Habitat’s new Disaster Repairs program aims to support uninsured and under-insured homeowners with storm-related damage
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville, NC (October 25, 2024) – Low-income homeowners in Buncombe or Madison County with storm-related damage can now apply for help with Asheville Habitat. The organization expanded its Home Repair services after Hurricane Helene devastated the region and significantly increased the community need for home repair, especially […]
Potable water coming to UNC Asheville campus with help from U.S. Army Corps
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville is partnering with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to deliver potable water to its campus. Restoration of safe, drinkable water to UNC Asheville is a critical linchpin in the University’s ability to bring students back to campus. The Army Corps of Engineers from the New Orleans District […]
Asheville Regional Airport hosts first-ever “Fire Truck and Treat” event on Oct. 31
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: (ASHEVILLE, N.C.) – Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is excited to invite the community to its first-ever “Fire Truck and Treat” drop-by, family-friendly event on October 31, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This special drop-by event offers a unique opportunity for children to visit the airport and check out […]
USDA extends Buncombe D-SNAP deadline to 4 p.m. Friday
Press release from Buncombe County The USDA has extended the deadline for Buncombe County residents to apply for help buying food through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) to 4 p.m. Friday. Individuals and households not currently receiving Food and Nutrition Services benefits who were impacted by Hurricane Helene can apply for D-SNAP. Apply […]
City of Asheville approves allocation of community and economic development resources to aid Helene long-term recovery
Press release from The City of Asheville On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, the City of Asheville approved reallocation of existing City resources that can be used as grants to support three identified purposes: business restabilization, home repair, and rental assistance. These resources will be used in advance as the City advocates for State and Federal […]
Last day for D-SNAP, early voting elections update & disaster recovery center move
Press release from Buncombe County Today is the last day to apply for Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance or D-SNAP. This program is for households with low to moderate income. Applications can be made in person at Buncombe County Health and Human Services at 40 Coxe Avenue in Asheville from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Buncombe […]
North Carolina tops 2 million ballots cast in 2024 Election
Press release from NC State Board of Elections As of 8 a.m. Thursday, more than 2 million voters had cast ballots in the 2024 general election in North Carolina, according to preliminary State Board of Elections data. The ballots cast number represents a statewide turnout of about 26% of North Carolina’s nearly 7.8 million registered voters. This […]
MHO announces financial close for Lakeshore Villas: A new 120-unit affordable multi-family development in South Asheville
Press release from Mountain Housing Opportunities On Thursday, September 26, 2024, Mountain Housing Opportunities (MHO) finalized the financing for Lakeshore Villas, a 120-unit affordable housing community in Arden, North Carolina. This represents a major milestone for the development, which will be constructed on a seven-acre site near Lake Julian, at the intersection of Heywood and […]
Warning: Scammers posing as BCSO representatives: Do not give them money
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office will never ask for money over the phone for any reason. As we recover from Hurricane Helene, many are hurting and vulnerable, and doing everything they can to help others. And scammers are taking advantage of that. If you get a call from […]
Travel safely and discover hidden gems in Haywood County
Press release from Haywood County We are excited to extend a warm welcome to visitors as our mountains put on a stunning fall foliage display. Thanks to your support, we’ve made great strides in recovering from Tropical Storm Helene, and our five vibrant mountain communities—Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Canton, Clyde, and Lake Junaluska—are buzzing with activity […]