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FILE - Debris from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene is seen, Sept. 30, 2024, in Asheville, N.C. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart, File)

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One year after Helene, communities gather to heal and remember

Symposiums, concerts and community gatherings mark storm anniversary in Asheville area

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The Armstrong State Fish Hatchery in McDowell County has remained closed while crews repair infrastructure and remove debris.

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NC trout program hit hard by Tropical Storm Helene

Armstrong facility rises from flood damage, partial operations resume

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Community Recognition Reaches New Highs in Best of Asheville 2025

The people of Western North Carolina have spoken. With over 200,000 votes cast, Best of Asheville 2025 celebrates the local businesses, organizations, and individuals you love most.

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Asheville unveils $4.75 million design for new Malvern Hills Park pool

Construction set for 2026; reopening targeted for 2028 as city balances safety, cost and community priorities

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Resale 101: Second Gear to host event for beginner businesses

Second Gear, an outdoor gear and apparel consignment shop, is an Asheville staple of outdoor adventure and community-oriented business. Later this week, in conjunction with the consignment platform SimpleConsign, Second Gear will share its 21 years of consignment experience with the next generation of entrepreneurs.

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Asheville band Sufferin’ Fools to launch new EP with Weaverville performance

The release show will held from 8 to 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 26 at Eda's, 1098 New Stock Road. Tickets are $10 at the door. The show is for ages 21 and up.

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Duke Energy honors dozens of WNC nonprofits with grants at Helene event

The Duke Energy Foundation hosted an event today recognizing the work of Western North Carolina nonprofits in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The event, planned around the one year anniversary of Helene hitting the region, featured remarks from several nonprofit leaders and the announcement of grants on the state, regional and local levels.

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After doubling recipients of farm food, Root Cause to host Helene fundraiser

To mark the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene and the resilience of Western North Carolina in its aftermath, Root Cause Farm, a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to combatting community hunger, will hold a gathering to celebrate recovery and the local bonds which define the Fairview farm and its mission.

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Betty Wheeler, 56, was last seen around 2:30 a.m. Monday in the area of 1170 Dillingham Road

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UPDATE: Missing Barnardsville woman found

More than 80 responders using K-9 units and drones to locate 56-year-old Betty Wheeler

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12 lives, 12 chimes: Hendersonville to hold moment of silence for Helene victims

The ceremony, scheduled on the one year anniversary of Helene, will be held at noon on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Henderson County Courthouse, 200 N Grove St.

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Blue Ridge Power to lay off hundreds in Asheville, Fayetteville

Pine Gate Renewables subsidiary cites challenging market conditions and federal policy changes

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Nighttime I-26 closures scheduled in Henderson County

Westbound lanes between Exit 49 and 44 will be shut from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.; weather may affect schedule

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Asheville Fire Department offers disaster kit tips

Firefighters to set up table Wednesday morning to show residents what to include in a 72-hour emergency kit

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British Consul opens pop-up office in Asheville

Public events this week spotlight local startups and the impact of AI on the arts

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Art on Main returns: 100+ artists to appear at Hendersonville art show

The annual Art on Main art show will return to Hendersonville this weekend for its 66th rendition, coinciding with the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene.