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Shops, tourism return to Black Mountain and Swannanoa after Helene

Nearly a year later, businesses, volunteers and residents continue to drive recovery, chamber director says

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Strangeville: The murder, the ballad and the ghost of Tom Dula

Explore the true story behind North Carolina’s infamous Tom Dula murder case, the folk ballad it inspired, and the lingering ghostly legend that still haunts the backroads of Wilkes County.

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Candlelight ceremony in Swannanoa marks Helene anniversary

'This day a year ago was one we all wish we could take back.' -- Swannanoa Fire Chief AJ Penland

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Pride pics: Photos from Blue Ridge Pride 2025

This year, the theme of Blue Ridge Pride was "Resilience and Resistance," named in honor of the anniversary of Hurricane Helene, which hit Western North Carolina exactly one year ago on Sept. 27, 2024.

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Asheville fire official reflects on Helene response

Assistant fire chief details planning, strategic deployment, 250-plus rescues, community support and lessons learned

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Tombstone Tales: Carrie Cone Long, Jewish community leader

Carrie Cone Long, sister of textile magnates Moses and Ceasar Cone, became a leader in Asheville’s Jewish community through her work with Beth Ha-Tephila and the North Carolina Association of Jewish Women.