Buncombe County, Hurricane Helene
How much will Helene affect property values in Buncombe County? Assessors already at work
After Tropical Storm Helene ripped through Western North Carolina two weeks ago, tax assessors are in the field. Reappraisal could see a delay.
Buncombe County sees first water flow since Hurricane Helene
Buncombe County officials confirmed that water is beginning to flow for the first time in more than two weeks through the City of Asheville's pipes.
Over 36,000 still without power in Buncombe County nearly two weeks after Helene
According to Duke Energy, as of Thursday afternoon, Oct. 10, 2024, nearly 50,000 customers remain without power with more than 3,300 active outages in the state.
4 students killed in Helene, Buncombe County Schools confirm
On Friday, the school system's superintendent, Rob Jackson, said the community experienced great loss from Helene, including four students.
County officials provide update on how much FEMA has given out in Buncombe County
So far, more than $12 million in disaster assistance has been dispersed to residents of Buncombe County, officials said Saturday morning.
72 dead in Buncombe County: latest updates and safety measures
Local officials are implementing safety measures and relief services as Buncombe County recovers from Helene's impact.
Buncombe County officials provide updates on Helene response efforts
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Buncombe County looks to rebuild its Asheville's River Arts District with nationwide effort
On Sunday, the Executive Director of ArtsAVL -- which supports the arts in Asheville and Buncombe County -- said roughly ...
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Parts of Buncombe County will soon have water restored, officials say
During a news conference, Buncombe County officials announced water service will soon be restored for parts of the county.
Buncombe County Schools confirm 4 student deaths from Helene, still trying to contact 21 others
Four students in Buncombe County have died from the devastation brought on by Hurricane Helene. Buncombe County Schools (BCS) ...
What's happening during indefinite school closures in Asheville, Buncombe County?
Buncombe County Schools Superintendent, Asheville City Schools Association of Educators President speak on how closures are ...
No set timeline for reopening of Buncombe County Schools; frustration, uncertainty arise
Buncombe County Schools is releasing new details on a plan to get its over 20,000 students in the district back into ...
Buncombe County jail detainees moved amid city's damaged water system; must notify family
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office transferred 129 detainees to other jails in NC. The jail still has running water, and ...
Volunteer group helps pave a path for cut-off community in Buncombe County
Small communities like Fairview in Buncombe County cut off by Hurricane Helene are finding hope and help through the ...
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Buncombe County Courthouse Announces Operational Changes
Asheville, NC -*The Buncombe County Courthouse has resumed operations from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. following disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene. The facility’s restrooms have been temporarily ...
Buncombe County Sheriff: 'Actively searching river, debris' in Swannanoa after Helene
Buncombe County's sheriff and Swannanoa's fire chief provide updates on the continued search and rescue efforts after ...