In October, CPP reported that large dams on the Catawba River were unable to prevent flooding during Helene. In order to sustain dam safety and power generation, Duke Energy released massive amounts ...

Protecting Communities: Buncombe County Highlights Gun Safety and Prevention in June ...

“We’re excited to unveil it in the River Arts District at Foundation Woodworks. This area was one of the hardest hit regions post-Hurricane Helene,” said Liisa Andreassen, founder of Echoes of the ...

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When Helene hit Swannanoa, 18 women inmates were in the HST program, with eight set to graduate in May. The storm immediately ...

The proposed budget also includes a 3% pay raise for city employees making $58,000 or more and a $1,740 flat increase for ...

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Owen, now 30 and raising three children of her own in Henderson County, was placed in foster care twice — first at age 8 and ...

How do we get people back to God’s country?” asked Dan Gerlach, an economic and public administration consultant, at the May 28 meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority. “This ...

They have spent 17 years as nymphs (wingless, immature versions of themselves) underground, feeding on tree roots. As soon as ...

“Swannanoa Family Fest is more than just a fun day in the park,” says Marianne Rogers, one of the event’s organizers, “It’s a celebration of the spirit that makes our community so special. We love ...