Gerard Albert III
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BPR News
The governor announced the projects in Marshall as part of a state program to prevent flooding across the state.
One year ago, Western North Carolina was pummeled by Hurricane Helene, claiming 108 lives, displacing families and leaving behind millions of cubic yards of debris that will cost billions to clean up.
The scars from Helene may be slowly healing, but many people are still working to rebuild their homes, livelihoods and sense of normalcy.
One year later, Blue Ridge Public Radio has been talking to community members about their experiences, what issues rose to the top and where we stand today.
The scars from Helene may be slowly healing, but many people are still working to rebuild their homes, livelihoods and sense of normalcy.
One year later, Blue Ridge Public Radio has been talking to community members about their experiences, what issues rose to the top and where we stand today.
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A Missouri group is working to overturn the map that gives the state one more Republican seat in Congress. If they get enough signatures, the map cannot take effect unless Missourians approve them.
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A new scorecard looks at 35 measures across education, health and wellness, family economic security, child welfare, and overall demographics to provide a picture of how NC kids are faring. -
What you need to know from the Sept. 9 Asheville City Council meeting
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The funding levels for WNC farmers is on pace with state and federal support for the rest of the $60 billion disaster. -
Unofficial results show that five candidates not currently on Tribal Council will be entering the Council House in October - including four women. -
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The Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice notifies Buncombe and Asheville officials of legal implications if recommendations from the Asheville-Buncombe Community Reparations Commission passes.
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