North Carolina, Hurricane Helene

Towns welcoming visitors in western North Carolina
Towns across western North Carolina are slowly rebuilding weeks after Hurricane Helene devastated the region. Part of that process includes welcoming visitors. Why it matters: Tourism plays a massive role in the economy of many of these mountain communities,
Following Hurricane Helene, these western North Carolina towns are open and eager for tourists
Following Hurricane Helene, several western North Carolina towns are currently seeking visitors this fall foliage season. Here are tips for visiting responsibly.
North Carolina government calculates Hurricane Helene damages, needs at least $53B
North Carolina officials say the catastrophic flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Helene is likely to have caused at least $53 billion in damages and recovery needs in the state
While parts of western North Carolina are off-limits, other mountain towns seek fall tourists
Parts of western North Carolina remain off-limits to tourists as the recovery from Helene continues. But other mountain communities are eager to welcome fall visitors to help keep their small businesses afloat as they try to get back to normal.
List of Western North Carolina towns open for visitors following Helene
FOX Carolina has a list of towns and other areas in western North Carolina that are now open to visitors as well as those that have not opened following the devastation left by Helene.
Families in western North Carolina rebuild in the wake of Hurricane Helene: "This is home"
Helene devastated towns in western North Carolina. Three weeks later, dozens of people are missing and thousands are without power. Volunteers, donations and search and rescue teams have poured in.
These North Carolina towns are eager for visitors to boost local economy post-Helene
While Asheville and other Western North Carolina cities are just beginning to rebuild in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, some lesser-hit North Carolina areas are ready to welcome back visitors.
What’s open and safe to do in Hendersonville after Helene hit Western North Carolina?
Hendersonville is welcoming visitors back after Hurricane Helene. What to know about road closures, hotels and lodging, restaurants and more.
Progress being made with cleanup efforts in western North Carolina
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Latest road closure updates for Western North Carolina: NCDOT work, alternate routes, map, more
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Map Shows North Carolina Counties Leading Turnout as Early Voting Begins
North Carolina broke its record for turnout on the first day of early voting, the state board of elections announced.
North Carolina county surrounding Asheville overcounted Helene deaths by as many as 30, Sheriff says
The North Carolina county that is home to Asheville overcounted deaths caused by Helene by as many as 30, according to a statement from its sheriff’s office and data from the state, significantly ...