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The White House Christmas tree will come from farm hit by Hurricane Helene
Cartner's Christmas Tree Farm in North Carolina, hit by Hurricane Helene, overcame challenges to provide the White House with a 20-foot Fraser fir. Despite losses, the farm symbolizes resilience and h...
House Republicans eye FEMA fund overhaul ahead of high-stakes hearing on Helene recovery
House Republicans aim to reform FEMA's fund allocation for quicker disaster relief. Rep. Palmer's bill proposes moving unspent COVID-19 and previous disaster funds into the FEMA Disaster Relief Fund. ...
Western North Carolina's water system is finally back online after Helene
After Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina's water system, residents can now use tap water after a boil-water notice was lifted. Asheville's Water Resources Department confirmed clear wa...
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Biltmore Estate is decked out for the holidays and welcoming visitors back after Helene
By USA Today | 3 days agoBiltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C., reopened for the holidays after Tropical Storm Helene. Despite damages, the estate is welcoming visitors, with recovery efforts ongoing. Various attractions, like t...
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Michele Tafoya wondered what was in Michael Strahan's 'mind and...
By New York Post | 1 week agoMichele Tafoya, a former sports broadcaster turned political consultant, supported Michael Strahan's explanation for not putting his hand over his heart during the national anthem, finding it honest a...
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After Family Lost Cherished Photos of Dead Son During Hurricane Helene, a Detective Makes Incredible Find
By PEOPLE.com | 1 week agoDavid Chiu, a staff writer for PEOPLE, highlighted a heartwarming story about a family in Asheville, N.C., who recovered precious photographs of their late son lost in Hurricane Helene, thanks to the ...
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'Maybe Happy Ending' Review: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen Are Robots in Love
By The New York Times | 1 week ago"Maybe Happy Ending" is a musical about two obsolete robots, Oliver and Claire, who embark on a journey that blurs the lines between artificial and human emotions. The show combines sci-fi elements wi...
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Veteran Scammed Out of $40,000 amid Post-Hurricane Helene Search for Missing Wife and 3 Dogs
By PEOPLE.com | 1 week agoCharlotte Phillipp, a Weekend Writer-Reporter at PEOPLE, has been with the company since 2024. An Elk Park veteran, Rod Ashby, was scammed $40,000 while searching for his missing wife and pets after H...
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His wife was swept away by Hurricane Helene's floodwaters. Now he's been scammed out of nearly $40,000
By Yahoo News | 1 week agoRod Ashby's desperate search for his missing wife Kim took a turn when he fell victim to a scam while trying to purchase a new vehicle after their home was swept away by a hurricane. The family is fac...
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Piecing Life Back Together After Helene, One Mud-Splattered Photo at a Time
By The New York Times | 1 week agoAfter their home was swept away by a flood, the Moss family searched through debris for sentimental items lost, like photos of their deceased son. A detective helped recover over 300 pictures, reuniti...
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In Light Of The Recent Hurricane Helene Disaster & Government's Impotent & Tyrannical Response, Is It Time To Bring Back Civil Defense?
By The Washington Standard | 2 weeks agoThe article discusses the idea of reviving Civil Defense in light of recent disasters like Hurricane Helene. It questions the government's response and suggests that trained civilians could be more ef...
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Opinion: Helene tore apart our North Carolina town. But we are resilient - and we will vote.
By USA Today | 2 weeks agoResidents in Bat Cave, North Carolina, reflect on the impact of Hurricane Helene, emphasizing the importance of voting and community unity in the face of disaster. The catastrophe brought about a prof...
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Helen Hunt Recalls 'Immediately' Having Chemistry with Bill Paxton While Filming 'Twister'
By PEOPLE.com | 2 weeks agoHunt discussed the chemistry with her Twister costar Paxton, likening it to classic Hollywood pairs. She credited costar Gertz for enhancing their dynamic and ensuring it wasn't portrayed as catty....
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'Unless you've been through it, you can't understand': Helene recovery continues in NC
By USA Today | 2 weeks agoCommunities in western North Carolina are still grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, facing challenges like lack of water, power, and infrastructure. The emotional toll of loss and trauma...
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Hurricane Helene and Milton relief benefit airing on CBS, CMT
By CBS News | 2 weeks agoCBS and CMT, divisions of Paramount Global, will air the "United Way Benefit for Hurricane Relief" to raise funds for those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The event will be streamed on Para...