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Few Helene victims in NC had flood insurance. Future of federal program unclear.
Most residential and businesses property losses in North Carolina due to Tropical Storm Helene not covered by flood insurance. Few…
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Failure to report child abuse led to shakeup at McDowell DSS
Leaders at McDowell County DSS resigned after NC DHHS concerns about child abuse claims going unreported. Future of local agency…
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Renovations Coming For Community Table
Renovations are underway at The Community Table in Sylva, which will temporarily close the facility’s dining room through the second…
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Lawsuit against NC community college over transparency and free speech moves to federal court
Plaintiffs upset over access to CPCC board meetings and limited information on controversial proposed public safety training facility. Lawsuit against…
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Federal cuts to NC public health funding trickling down to local programs
Federal cuts have hit NC DHHS funding for local programs, including for HIV, tobacco cessation and well-water testing that face…
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One way or another, NC legislators plan to ban student cellphones
NC House and Senate bills would restrict student use of cellphones, but in different ways. With bipartisan support, compromise seems…
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Trains rolling again in Western NC. Rail repairs after Helene continue.
Norfolk Southern has train service hauling freight again in NC mountains. Additional rail lines still need major work. Trains rolling…
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Harris Regional Hospital Hosts Lunch & Learn on Children’s Summer Safety
In recognition of National Safety Month, Harris Regional Hospital will host a Lunch & Learn focused on children’s summer safety…
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Jackson Chamber Announces New Directors
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Todd Vinyard as its new Executive Director…
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Looting and fraud that didn’t happen. Warnings seem to have stopped many crooks after Helene.
Law enforcement in Western NC surprised not to see looting or contractor fraud they had feared. Efforts to warn public…
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