HURRICANE HELENE

Mar 24 2025WEATHER

Fires and Floods: A Double Whammy for the Carolinas

The Carolinas are facing a tough time. Two states are dealing with multiple wildfires. These fires are burning thousands of acres. The fires are a result of a hurricane that hit the area a few months ago. The hurricane left behind a lot of debris. This debris is making it hard for firefighters to do their jobs. The fires are spreading fast due to dry conditions ...

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Dec 15 2024ENVIRONMENT

Christmas Trees in Peril: North Carolina Farms Battle Back After Hurricane

Imagine driving through the misty mountains of North Carolina, and suddenly, rows of lush, green Christmas trees come into view. This is the scene in Newland, a town nestled about 90 minutes from Asheville. Here, farmers have dedicated themselves to nurturing the iconic Fraser fir, a favorite American Christmas tree. But disaster struck when the remains of Hurricane ...

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Dec 06 2024POLITICS

Young Texan Progressive's Plan: Rebrand Democrats, Reconnect with Workers

Texas Representative Greg Casar, the new 35-year-old leader of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, has some strong views on where Democrats went wrong in the recent election. In a chat with NBC News, he shared his thoughts on how the party can bounce back. Casar believes Democrats need to get back to their roots as the party of the working class. This means welcomi...

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Oct 25 2024ENVIRONMENT

Clean Water Crisis: Private Wells in North Carolina at Risk After Hurricane

Weeks after Hurricane Helene hit western North Carolina, many residents still don't have clean water. Over 150, 000 people using municipal water are under boil-water advisories. Shockingly, about 40% of tested private wells are unsafe. This isn't new; 42 million Americans rely on private wells, which aren't regulated. When floods hit, contaminants like sewage and pes...

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Oct 24 2024POLITICS

Trump's Campaign Trail Twists and McDonald's E. coli Mystery

Former President Donald Trump is shaking up his campaign strategy, even though his key issues—immigration, inflation, and Israel—seem to be resonating with voters. He's ditching his planned messages to throw personal jabs at Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz. Yesterday, Trump called Harris "low IQ" and suggested Walz is "sick. " He even ques...

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Oct 23 2024WEATHER

Buncombe County Corrects Hurricane Helene Death Toll

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office has revised the death toll from Hurricane Helene. Initially reported as 72, the new count is now 42. This reduction comes from a more accurate classification of storm-related deaths. The confusion arose due to communication issues caused by power outages. State officials have consistently reported 42 deaths since early October. In th...

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Oct 16 2024WEATHER

Missed in North Carolina: The Search Goes On After Hurricane Helene

Weeks after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, 92 people are still missing. Officials from the state's emergency management, National Guard, and others gave an update at a press conference. Governor Roy Cooper warned that the number of missing could change as more information comes in. The storm caused a lot of damage in the western part of the state, especially i...

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Oct 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Meta Quest 3S: A Week of Discovery

The Meta Quest 3S has been a game-changer for me after Hurricane Helene. Unlike its pricier sibling, the Quest 3, the 3S offers a similar experience without the hefty price tag. The mixed reality feature is impressive, allowing me to interact with my living room while playing games. It's like turning your room into a virtual racket ball court in "Racket Club" or a sp...

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Oct 13 2024POLITICS

Trump Campaign's U-Turn on Mail-In Voting

For years, Donald Trump has been spreading false claims about mail-in voting, calling it dangerous and fraudulent. But now, with the 2024 election just around the corner, his campaign is doing a complete turnaround. They're urging voters to cast their ballots early and by mail. This shift comes as the campaign tries to expand voting access in North Carolina after Hur...

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Oct 12 2024WEATHER

Floridians Return Home, Reflecting on Lessons from Hurricane Milton

After Hurricane Milton hit Florida, residents slowly made their way back to their homes along packed highways. Fred Neuman and his wife from Siesta Key evacuated to Destin, a 500-mile trip. They were relieved to hear their house was still standing, despite some damage. Insurance would cover the repairs, they noted. Lee and Pamela Essenburm from Palmetto also evacuat...

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