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A map depicting where the Hurricane Helene volunteers in Spruce Pine Nc came from.

Hurricane Helene Devastates Downtown Spruce Pine, Community Rallies for Recovery

10/31/2024

By: Lauren Ramsey – Wise News Network Spruce Pine, NC (WNN)- Hurricane Helene caused severe...

Emergency responders at a call where a Loomis van was robbed in Kings Mountain NC.

Man Fatally Killed During Armed Robbery in Kings Mountain

10/30/2024

By: Wise News Network Staff Kings Mountain, NC (WNN)- On Wednesday morning, a shooting occurred...

Hurricane Helene: An Unfortunate Perfect Storm For Appalachia

10/28/2024

By: Roger Sigmon - Wise News Network Appalachia, USA (WNN) - Throughout history, many remnants...

The Greg O'Hara cabin before damages caused by Hurricane Helene.

Greg O’Hara and Hurricane Helene in Taylor Valley Virginia

10/27/2024

By: Roger Sigmon - Wise News Network Taylor Valley, VA (WNN) - In May 2024,...

The Virginia Creeper Trail Trestle 18 before Helene.

The Virginia Creeper Trail Suffers Damage After Hurricane Helene

10/26/2024

By Roger Sigmon - Wise News Network Damascus, VA (WNN) - Damascus, Virginia, is a...

A photo of the damages to Spruce Pine's Locust Street on October 3rd.

North Toe River Flooding Leaves Downtown Spruce Pine Struggling to Recover

10/25/2024

By: Lauren Ramsey- Wise News Network Spruce Pine, NC (WNN)- Nearly three weeks after Hurricane...

An image of DT's Blue Ridge Java being boarded up after flood damages with hopeful messages such as DT's Strong, Coming Back!, and God Bless Spruce Pine painted on it.

Spruce Pine Coffee Shop Devastated by Hurricane Helene Damage, Owners Seek Community Support

10/24/2024

By: Lauren Ramsey – Wise News Network DT's Blue Ridge Java after the flooding from...

The destruction caused at Riverside Park by Hurricane Helene.

FEMA and Local Volunteers Unite for Mitchell County Recovery Efforts

10/23/2024

By: Lauren Ramsey – Wise News Network Bakersville, NC (WNN)- In the wake of Hurricane...

A shot of the whole Tractor, Food, and Farm building and pantry.

Food Hub Responds to Hurricane Helene’s Impact in Western North Carolina

10/22/2024

By: Lauren Ramsey – Wise News Network Spruce Pine, NC (WNN)- In the aftermath of...

A drone still over Locust Street in Spruce Pine showing the North Toe River, and the efforts made to remove mud from Locust Street after the flooding.

Mayor of Spruce Pine NC Shares Details on Town’s Challenges After Hurricane Helene

10/21/2024

By: Lauren Ramsey- Wise News Network Spruce Pine, NC (WNN)- In the aftermath of Hurricane...

A picture of the North Toe River Flood in Spruce Pine during Hurricane Helene. Locust Street is fully submerged.

Western NC Hurricane Cleanup: Pack Mules, Horses and ATVs in Spruce Pine NC

10/14/2024

By: Roger Sigmon - Wise News Network Spruce Pine, NC (WNN) - Three weary travelers...

A photo of a down tree on a house in Cherryville NC.

Residents With Helene Damage Encouraged To Start The FEMA Registration Process

10/07/2024

By: Wise News Network Staff Gaston County, NC (WNN)—Gaston County Emergency Management and Fire Services...

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