Taylor Thompson

SWANNANOA, North Carolina ( WLOS ) — It has now been three weeks since Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, and News 13 spoke with one Swannanoa family who barely escaped from their home during the storm.

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The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left many Western North Carolina areas dealing with large amounts of mud and debris.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced on Thursday, Oct. 24 that it will be extending the deadline to apply for D-SNAP assistance.

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Asheville City Schools resumed classes on the morning of Monday, Oct. 28, just over a month since Helene hit the area.

The Hays Arts Council (HAC) has launched its “For the Heart of Hays” fundraising campaign, an initiative that will transform its downtown spaces and expand its art programs and facilities. This project will unify the Annex, main gallery, and Madd Matter Frame Shop, into a single, cohesive art space. This will allow HAC to host more workshops, exhibitions, live shows, and youth educational programs.

The City of Asheville has continued their process of treating the North Fork Reservoir, Water Resources Department representative Clay Chandler said.

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On Friday, Nov. 1, News 13 went on a ride along with the NCDOT to get an up-close look at the process of rebuilding parts of Yancey County.