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Trump Administration approves $1.4B action plan for Helene recovery
This is great news for western North Carolina,” Stein said in a news release. “I thank the Trump Administration for moving ...
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Claim about Trump rejecting Helene relief for North Carolina lacks context
Federal Emergency Management Agency did reject a request from North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein.   Stein asked for FEMA to continue paying for 100% of certain recovery costs.   FEMA rejected that request ...
North Carolina communities still struggling to recover from Hurricane Helene feel the loss of laid-off CDC disaster team
Hurricane Helene tore through the Swannanoa River Valley of western North Carolina almost seven months ago, but many of the ...
Where’s the money? Nearly seven months after Helene, NC towns wait on federal checks
Several local governments in Helene-battered towns in Western North Carolina are waiting on reimbursements from FEMA for much needed repairs.
Trump’s doing more than neglecting western NC. He’s finding new ways to deprive it. | Opinion
Between stalled FEMA aid and delayed Department of Agriculture funds, we’re sounding the alarm on the Trump administrations’ ...
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Tax deadlines postponed for North Carolinians affected by Helene: What to know
The IRS further postponed until September 25, 2025 a wide range of tax deadlines for taxpayers in North Carolina. Previously, ...
Charlotte Observer, N&O reporters moderate panel on NC’s Helene recovery efforts
Conversations on North Carolina’s Helene Recovery” delves into housing and transportation issues for communities ravaged by Helene.
North Carolina farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene to receive USDA funding
North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Helene will share $25 million in relief funding from the United States ...
Asheville service workers rely on gigs to pay the bills after Tropical Storm Helene
A 26-year hospitality industry veteran shares experience finding work after Tropical Storm Helene shakes Asheville's ...