Helene in NC
Helene hit North Carolina as a tropical storm on Sept. 27, 2024, leaving death and destruction across the state. Here is ongoing coverage from The News & Observer and The Charlotte Observer about the storm and its aftermath.
Politics & Government
NC House passes Helene funding, including grants that small businesses want
Updated May 22, 2025 at 12:41 PM
North Carolina
Trains return to Asheville after Helene. Bridging continental divide comes next.
Updated May 21, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Politics & Government
Gov. Josh Stein tells White House what would fix FEMA and help NC after storms
May 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM
North Carolina
Months after Helene, Western NC is still in need. Here’s how to help
Updated May 13, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Local
N&O, Charlotte Observer named Pulitzer Prize finalists for Helene coverage
Updated May 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
North Carolina
NC’s Helene plan made 1,000 trailers available. Why have only 6 been filled?
Updated May 8, 2025 at 1:05 PM
North Carolina
Blue Ridge Parkway in your plans this summer? Helene closures may change them.
May 3, 2025 at 7:00 AM
North Carolina
Planning to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway this summer? Helene closures may change that
Updated March 2, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Politics & Government
NC Gov. Josh Stein appeals to Trump for FEMA extension of Helene money
April 27, 2025 at 5:00 AM
North Carolina
Where’s the money? Nearly seven months after Helene, NC towns wait on federal checks
Updated May 1, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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