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National Park Service reopens two southern sections of Blue Ridge Parkway
News release from the National Park Service: On Wednesday morning, October 30, 2024, the National Park Service restored access to nearly 55 miles the Blue Ridge Parkway from: Milepost 411.8 to 421, from US 276 to Black Balsam, including: Graveyard Fields overlook and trailheads at milepost 418.8. All trails & trails crossings in this corridor […]
Love Hendersonville business recovery grant fund to support local businesses affected by Tropical Storm Helene
News release from the City of Hendersonville: In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina and Henderson County, local organizations have united to launch the LoveHendo Business Recovery Fund. This fund aims to provide much-needed financial relief to businesses impacted by the storm, addressing both physical damages and economic losses […]
Asheville Downtown Association hosts Halloween block party
News release from the Asheville Downtown Association:
Volunteers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints continue relief work following Tropical Storm Helene
News release from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Since October 4, over 3,000 volunteers in their trademark yellow shirts and vests from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Southeastern United States have made day trips to Western North Carolina to help homes and houses of worship affected by […]
Bailey Mountain Cloggers leader receives Lunsford Award
Press release from the Bascom Lamar Lunsford Mountain Music Festival: A highlight of the annual Bascom Lamar Lunsford Mountain Music Festival is the presentation of its namesake award. Although Hurricane Helene preempted this year’s festival, the 2024 Bascom Lamar Lunsford Award winner was announced as Danielle Buice Plimpton, director of the Bailey Mountain Cloggers. Plimpton is […]
Preservation Society Grants – updates and announcements
Press release from the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County: We are incredibly proud to share that in the past three weeks, we have awarded over $50,000 in Preservation Grants to historic property owners affected by Hurricane Helene. Last week, our Board of Directors approved an extension of this program to allow for a total of $100,000 in grant funds to continue […]
McDowell County N.C. welcomes mindful visitors in the aftermathof Hurricane Helene
Press release from Destination McDowell: On Sept. 27, 2024, pre-Hurricane storms began rolling through all parts of Western North Carolina. By the following weekend, much of the Blue Ridge Mountains region had faced unprecedented flooding and storm damage. McDowell County, N.C., was no exception. “We are grateful that we suffered minimal loss of life, but our […]
Asheville senior living community owner donates $100,000 & household items for storm relief
Press release from Harmony at Reynolds Mountain: Following Hurricane Helene, the owner of Asheville senior living community Harmony at Reynolds Mountain has responded to the recent devastation with a $100,000 donation to five organizations engaged in immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts. Contribution checks are being presented to the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, The […]
City of Hendersonville Offices closed in observance of Veterans Day; collection information, and debris reminder
Press release from the City of Hendersonville: City offices will be closed in observance of the Veterans Day holiday on Monday, November 11, 2024. Garbage, recycling and brush collection for City of Hendersonville customers will not be taking place on Monday, November 11, 2024, due to the City’s Veterans Day holiday schedule. Collection for […]
Miracle on Wall St: A holiday pop-up series to support local businesses affected by Hurricane Helene
Press release from L’optique: For over 23 years, L’optique has been a cornerstone of Asheville’s Wall Street, offering quality eyewear to the community. However, Hurricane Helene recently devastated Biltmore Village, including L’optique’s secondary location and many neighboring businesses. Recognizing the challenges faced by these impacted businesses, L’optique is launching “Miracle on Wall St”, a holiday pop-up […]
City of Asheville daily information sheet – Tuesday, Oct. 29
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 […]
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 […]
