GOP rebels go to war over Biden’s mammoth $98B disaster aid request
The House Freedom Caucus is warning its members will not accept a $100 billion disaster aid package just as Congressional negotiators work on a relief bill.
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FEMA apologizes after failing to deliver promised trailers to Helene survivors in North Carolina
A spokesperson for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, apologized Wednesday in response to a question from WBTV ...
‘They told us it would be more’: Average price for real Christmas trees up 10% over last year
Those hoping for a real Christmas tree in the living room may have to dig a little deeper into their pockets this year. In the week after Thanksgiving, business is booming at Ivy’s ...
Chimney Rock to reopen for one day only
The beloved vacation town will reopen for one day to allow visitors to support small businesses recovering from Hurricane ...
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North Carolina offering to buy homes affected by Helene through FEMA grant
North Carolina is offering to buy the homes of Hurricane Helene survivors who qualify for a FEMA-funded special program as ...
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Andrews Middle School helps lift spirits in Helene-stricken Swannanoa
Andrews – Nicole Phelps, who teaches English language arts to sixth-graders at Andrews Middle School, has a personal interest ...
While the U.S. veered right, western NC moved left. Here’s what experts say caused it.
Democrats looking for signs of growing support around the country found few reasons for optimism this November. Western North ...
Frigid temperatures in Southeast U.S. impact recovery for Helene survivors
A cold snap is hitting the Southeast U.S., including western North Carolina, which is still recovering from the widespread ...
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Ready to take back complaints about hot weather
By Bonnie Brown Columnist I can’t tell you how often I complained about the screaming hot weather this summer.  Every day. ...
Where housing needs are huge after Helene’s wrath, tiny cabins offer shelter in NC
Many nonprofits stepped up to help people forced from storm-damaged homes in western North Carolina, where some people were ...
Will NC Republicans have the votes to override Cooper’s veto of powers-stripping bill?
House Republicans will need all of their members to vote together, assuming all Democrats vote against the bill and are ...
Christmas in Chimney Rock Village: The Western NC spot will reopen — for one day only
Chimney Rock Christmas is a one-day holiday celebration in the mountain community, offering visitors the chance to see the ...