After the New River threatened the small community of Todd, a pair of waterwomen led the charge to restore their home — and the tributary they love.
LIVING IN NORTH CAROLINA
Clearing a Path Forward After Helene
A Saluda native uses the experience and equipment from his grading business to help his neighbors clear their land, shore up what remains, and find closure — free of charge.
The Power of Petals
Neighbors in Swannanoa planted thousands of flowers to help their community envision a more hopeful future after Hurricane Helene’s destruction.
The Spirit of Marshall
After the flood, a mountain town and its iconic hotel became symbols of recovery.
Amazing Grace
After Hurricane Helene turned their world upside down, a neighborhood in Fairview pulled together to find a way through.
On Air After Helene
Left without power, cell service, or Internet for weeks after Helene, western North Carolinians turned to a reliable source for vital information: radio.
Watching the Storm With Ray’s Weather
People in western North Carolina have come to rely on a popular weather forecasting website to help them navigate their everyday lives — especially a year ago, when the wind and rain turned deadly.
The Student Behind North Carolina’s Weather Authority
Ethan Clark’s passion for meteorology helped save lives and direct aid to residents reeling from the destructive force of Helene.
Appalachia Rising
A performance by an Asheville dance company illustrated the healing power of music and movement — for both choreographer and audience.
