News release from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) : As the holidays approach, local hotels currently sheltering Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) participants may not have availability to continue to accommodate some TSA families due to existing Christmas and New Year’s reservations. As such, some TSA families might need to find alternative accommodation in other area […]
News Bulletins
Air Quality Forecast for Buncombe County — Dec. 18
Upcoming relief assistance deadlines for Buncombe County
Public Service Announcement from City of Asheville: December 18, 2025 – 5pm Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant: buncombecounty.org. Provides up to three months of support for rent, mortgage, or utility bills. January 7, 2025 FEMA Disaster Assistance Deadlines and Resources FEMA Disaster Assistance. Visit disasterassistance.gov or the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center at the Asheville Mall. […]
Mission Hospital donates $85K to MANNA, along with food sculpture
Press release from Mission Health: In honor of its enduring partnership, and in light of the important role MANNA FoodBank plays in Western North Carolina disaster relief efforts, HCA Healthcare has selected MANNA as a recipient of a $75,000 donation, part of HCA Healthcare’s $1 million commitment to Helene Disaster Recovery. An additional $10,000 will […]
APD seeks public input identifying victims in shooting
News release from the Asheville Police Department: APD News Update-Asheville Police Identify Victims In Monday Night Shooting Asheville, NC (December 17, 2024) — Asheville Police detectives are releasing the name of one decedent from Monday night’s double homicide, following next of kin notification. Jaylen Deshawn Boston (02/27/1996) has been identified as one of the victims […]
Drive-thru pantry for families affected by Helene
Press release from Ralph Sexton Ministries: Ralph Sexton Ministries invites you to join us this Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, for Ralph Sexton’s Carolina Christmas: Drive-thru Pantry. This special outreach event aims to provide much-needed pantry items to families still recovering from the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in […]
County recovery update Dec. 16
Media release from Buncombe County: Special holiday event today The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office will host a Special Christmas Community Event on Monday, Dec. 16, at 5 p.m. Join them for food, music, a bounce house, and giveaways at 108 Monticello Road, East Weaverville (near Publix). FEMA updates Residents whose homes were damaged by the […]
1-26 traffic closure tonight
Media release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: ASHEVILLE – Traffic on Interstate 26 westbound between Airport Road and Long Shoals Road will be shifted overnight Dec. 16-17. A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation plans to close I-26 West from 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, until 6 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, between U.S. 25 […]
Nantahala Health Foundation gives $250,000 total to six groups
Media release from Nantahala Health Foundation: Nantahala Health Foundation granted $250,000 to support youth and young adults. The funds were invested in six regional organizations, all of which strive to improve health and wellness outcomes for underserved youth and young adults ages 5 – 24 living, learning and earning in Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Jackson, Macon, […]
Air quality yellow for Dec. 16
Media release from Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: Dec. 16 is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and north ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. For the south ridge tops, it is a code green air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected […]
USCellular to give phones, tablets, hotspots to BeLoved
UScellular is partnering with BeLoved Asheville to deliver over $235,000 worth of wireless devices and services to the Asheville community. This donation of smartphones, tablets, and wireless hotspots will help families stay connected, particularly those displaced by Hurricane Helene who may not have internet access at home. Through UScellular’s “Gift of Connection” program, this contribution […]
FEMA job fair in Asheville Monday-Wednesday
Press release from the Federal Emergency Management Agency: WHAT: JOB FAIR in Asheville, NC WHEN: Monday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 18 — Job Fair and Hiring Event (8:00am-4:00pm) Tuesday, December 17 — Federal Resume Building Workshop (8:00am-4:00pm) WHERE: Embassy Suites Asheville 192 Haywood St., Asheville, NC 28803 WHY: In support of Hurricane Helene, FEMA […]
City of Asheville, Explore Asheville announce celebrity tennis benefit
Press release from City of Asheville: ASHEVILLE, NC – The City of Asheville’s Department of Community and Regional Entertainment is proud to provide Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville as the venue for the Stars Servin’ Up Love charity tennis event. Presented by Explore Asheville, the Helene recovery event features a diverse mix of iconic tennis […]
AIR Celebrates Financial Empowerment Program graduates
Press released from Asheville Independent Restaurants: Asheville Independent Restaurants (AIR) is proud to announce the success of 20 local restaurant employees who have completed the Financial Empowerment Program. A celebration honoring their achievements will take place on Monday, Dec. 16, at 4:30 PM. Designed specifically for food service workers, the program empowers participants with essential […]
Code Purple for Saturday, Dec. 14
News release from the Homeless Coalition of Asheville and Buncombe County: Families will be triaged on a case by case basis and may be offered hotel options if no other shelters are available. Both locations are wheelchair accessible. Transportation ABCCM will provide shuttle service with pickups at its Crisis Ministry (24 Cumberland Ave.) at 4 […]
Tropical Storm Helene recovery December 11 updates
Press release from The City of Asheville: The City of Asheville continues to provide Tropical Storm Helene recovery resource updates on a daily basis. Expanded lead test kit distribution and pick-up Starting tomorrow, December 12, lead test kits for customers who have requested a kit prior to December 11, will be available for pick-up at […]
Board of Commissioners’ agenda: December 17, 2024
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Board of Commissioners’ Agenda. Commission Meetings are held at 200 College Street, Room 326 in downtown Asheville beginning at 5:00 p.m. . Public Comment is taken at the beginning of the meeting.
Donors needed to maintain a sufficient blood supply
Press release from American Red Cross Blood Services: A sufficient blood supply is important to ensure patient needs are met. Donors of all blood types are encouraged to donate blood at the following locations to help save lives: Friday, December 13, 2024 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, Asheville, […]
Code purple for Friday, Dec. 13
News release from the Homeless Coalition of Asheville and Buncombe County: Families will be triaged on a case by case basis and may be offered hotel options if no other shelters are available. Both locations are wheelchair accessible. Transportation ABCCM will provide shuttle service with pickups at its Crisis Ministry (24 Cumberland Ave.) at 4 […]
Buncombe County updates on private bridge inspections, parks and libraries
News release from Buncombe County: The One Buncombe Call Center at 828-250-6100 is the centralized hub for questions related to Helene including debris removal, Emergency Watershed Protection program, the county’s Damage Assessment Form, and questions or concerns about the FCC Environmental Services transition. The Call Center is open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
City of Asheville Tropical Storm Helene recovery updates for Wednesday, Dec. 11
News release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville continues to provide Tropical Storm Helene recovery resource updates on a daily basis. Expanded lead test kit distribution and pick-up Starting tomorrow, December 12, lead test kits for customers who have requested a kit prior to December 11, will be available for pick-up at […]