Stein announces expansion of jobs program focused on Tropical Storm Helene recovery
A temporary jobs program launched in October in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene has expanded to even more North Carolina ...
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FEMA’s Direct Lease Program Brings Relief to Hurricane Helene Survivor
After losing her home to flooding from Hurricane Helene, Kendall found solace through FEMA’s Direct Lease program, which ...
FEMA to close Hurricane Helene disaster recovery centers
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office said Emma Caldwell, 17, was last seen on Wednesday at around 5:30 p.m. leaving her ...
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McDowell County pastor charged with embezzling hurricane relief money
Church members said cash donations for hurricane relief were handed over to the pastor but were never turned in for hurricane ...
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Governor Stein, NC Department of Commerce Announce Expansion Of Temporary Recovery Jobs, Training for Residents of 39 Helene-Impacted Counties
Raleigh—Residents of 39 counties may now apply to participate in the temporary jobs program that puts North Carolinians to ...
Is FEMA paying $25K in immediate aid to LA fire victims? No, that's satire | Fact check
FEMA isn't paying significantly more in immediate aid to Los Angeles fire victims than to Hurricane Helene survivors. That ...
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34 counties eligible for FEMA from Hurricane Helene
Written by Tom Latek The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) posted a public notice on Thursday that describes FEMA’s proposed funding for Kentucky remnants of Hurricane Helene work projects ...
Tampa Bay estuary’s water quality was doing well – until 2 hurricanes hit
While sewage spills were a big polluter during Helene and Milton, they weren’t the only problem. Another big culprit for ...
Fire truck being prepped for California wildfires is destroyed in blaze at NC station
A fire station burned down in North Carolina, destroying a truck bound for California wildfires, officials said. The blaze ...
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Feds end lease for unused migrant center at former Hebrew Academy in Greensboro
The refugee agency “will cease operations and close the ICF Greensboro Children’s Center as of April 1, 2025,” according to ...
NC governor asks FEMA for 6-month Helene extension on temporary shelters
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein (D) asked for an extension on funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on ...
NC, insurance companies reach deal on new premiums. Here’s how much you’ll pay.
Under the rates negotiated by Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, the highest increases will come on the coast and in the ...