Govenor's Response and Recovery Fund applications open for Helene victims

Govenor's Response and Recovery Fund applications open for Helene victims

UNICOI CO., Tenn. (WJHL) — In one of its last acts, the 2025 Tennessee General Assembly passed the Governor's Response and Recovery Fund (GRRF), a $100 million initiative established to provide flexible financial assistance for current and future unmet disaster recovery needs, including Hurricane Helene. Wednesday marks nearly seven months since Helene changed the lives of thousands in the Tri-Cities region. Insurance, FEMA and charity groups ha…

Asheville reaches major milestone in recovery from Hurricane Helene

The city of Asheville, North Carolina, reached a major milestone in recovery from Hurricane Helene after making an announcement regarding public transportation.

Months after Hurricane Helene, towns continue waiting for federal checks

Without federal funding, towns have to figure out how to secure money for projects such as new roads and a relocated firehouse.

AT thru-hikers trek on despite Helene damage

In her month on the Appalachian Trail, Hannah Mace has cried four times.

The Costs of Responding to Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina

HICKORY, N.C. – Debris removal. Restoration of utilities. Emergency repairs to public bridges and water systems. Overtime costs for emergency personnel. Evacuation support. Transportation of supplies for the public. These are some of the costs the state of North Carolina and communities in Western North Carolina experienced for emergency response to Tropical Storm Helene. FEMA is …

Updates on WNC parks projects delayed by Helene

Major recreation projects in Black Mountain, Hendersonville and Woodfin got delayed by Tropical Storm Helene. Where do they stand seven months later?