Helene worsens Buncombe County's housing crisis with over 9,000 homes damaged
Buncombe County continues to cope with the lasting impacts of Helene, with the storm adding to a pre-existing housing crisis.
Debris removal still delayed for over 2,000 Buncombe County residents post-Helene
More than 2,000 people who signed up for the private property debris removal program are still waiting for crews to pick up.
Buncombe County implements hiring freeze to offset Helene's budgetary impacts
In response to reduced revenues in the aftermath of Helene, Buncombe County has implemented a hiring freeze, the county ...
Drew Ball sworn in as new Buncombe County commissioner after Democratic party nod
ASHEVILLE – Drew Ball, an environmental advocate, volunteer firefighter and community organizer, was sworn in as the newest ...
Authorities investigating fire at Helene debris collection site in Buncombe County
Authorities are investigating what caused a fire at a Helene debris collection site in Buncombe County Wednesday morning.
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Dropping to 7.2%, Buncombe County’s unemployment rate no longer highest in state
ASHEVILLE – After falling more than 3 percentage points in November to 7.2%, Buncombe County’s unemployment rate is no longer the highest in the state, according to preliminary figures ...