Myrtle Beach Police warn of increased traffic as school year begins Monday
Myrtle Beach, SC – With the first day of school starting Monday morning, the Myrtle Beach Police Department is reminding drivers to expect heavier traffic around schools and to use extra caution…
Maryland Law Enforcement Agency Taking Donations for North Carolina Storm Victims
CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office is collecting donations to assist those impacted by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. The effort, led by Deputy Chase McKenzie, will run until Friday,…
Macon County authorities investigate death of 7-year-old child
MACON COUNTY, N.C. — The Macon County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 7-year-old child, who was found deceased at a local residence on Sunday. Deputies responded to the scene…
Nine confirmed dead, five missing after Hurricane Helene in Yancey County
YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. — Nine people have been confirmed dead in Yancey County following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, local officials reported on Saturday. Recovery teams are still searching for five…
North Carolina Hurricane Survivors Asked Not to Burn Debris
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Henderson County officials are urging residents to avoid burning debris in the wake of recent storms, citing safety concerns. In a notice posted on social media Monday, the county…
Trump Slams Harris-Biden Over Slower Than Needed Response to North Carolina Hurricane Survivors
Former President Donald Trump has criticized the Biden administration, specifically targeting Vice President Kamala Harris, for what he describes as a slow and inadequate response to relief efforts in North Carolina following…
Henderson County updates curfew and resource hub hours as recovery from Hurricane Helene continues
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Henderson County remains under a State of Emergency following the impact of Hurricane Helene, with officials amending the curfew to run from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., according to…
Buncombe County officials address storm-damaged wells, urge disinfection
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is working with Environmental Health to ensure residents with storm-damaged wells have access to safe drinking water, following recent flooding in the area. In…
Federal law enforcement officerfs deployed to support search efforts in Yancey County
BURNSVILLE, N.C. — Federal law enforcement officers have been deployed to Yancey County to provide security for search crews, according to a statement released by the Yancey County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday.…
Special Hours Announced at Mills River Park Distribution Site
MILLS RIVER, N.C. — The town of Mills River has announced special hours for its Point of Distribution (POD) this weekend, as it continues to provide essential services to the community. Mills…
Weekend Hours For Henderson County Disaster Recovery Resource Hubs
HENDERSONVILLE, NC – The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office has announced updated hours for the county’s Resource Hubs over the weekend of October 5 and 6. The hubs will be open from 10:00…
West Asheville man charged with attempted murder after shooting at deputies
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – A West Asheville man has been charged with multiple crimes, including attempted murder, after firing shots at Buncombe County deputies responding to a wellness check on October 3, 2024,…
Henderson County opens emergency shelter for residents displaced by Hurricane Helene
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. – An emergency shelter has been opened at Edneyville Elementary School for Henderson County residents displaced by Hurricane Helene, local officials announced Friday. The shelter, located at 2875 Pace Road,…
Henderson County schools remain closed as Hurricane Helene recovery continues
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. – Schools in Henderson County will remain closed for students from October 7 through October 11 as recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene continue, according to an update from county officials…
Fat Fellas Food Truck Feeding Storm Victims in Hendersonville
The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office in Hendersonville, North Carolina, has announced that the Fat Fellas food truck from Morehead City will be serving delicious pulled pork and other hot meals starting at…
Buncombe County Sheriff Urges Patiences as Community Grapples With Helene Aftermath
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office shared a heartfelt message from Sheriff Quentin Miller as the community grapples with the aftermath of severe devastation. The Sheriff acknowledged the overwhelming loss, with homes destroyed…
Elon Musk Accuses FEMA of Hijacking Aid Deliveries to Flood Victims in North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Elon Musk has accused the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) of obstructing relief efforts carried out by SpaceX personnel in North Carolina, following recent natural disasters in the area.…
Kamala Harris Announces $750 Aid Check for North Carolina Families Who Lost Everything in Hurricane Floods
WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris announced on Wednesday that the federal government will provide a $750 payment to hurricane victims affected by recent flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The announcement comes…
Hurricane Katrina Survivor Mobilizes to Provide Aid to Macon County Residents
MACON COUNTY, N.C. — The Macon County Sheriff’s Office expressed deep gratitude on Wednesday for the outpouring of community support following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. Sheriff Robert Holland highlighted the…
Macon County sheriff and local baseball team assist with food distribution for families in need
MACON COUNTY, N.C. — Sheriff Robert Holland joined his son’s local baseball team today at CareNet to assist in packaging food backpacks for families in need. The initiative is part of CareNet’s…
Yancey County provides updates on recovery efforts following Tropical Storm Helene
YANCEY COUNTY, N.C. — Emergency services and recovery operations continue in Yancey County as the community works to recover from the impact of Tropical Storm Helene. The Yancey County Sheriff’s Office is…