@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is taking significant steps to protect its land and infrastructure by stabilizing 46,000 linear feet of stream banks and supporting local farmers through innovative resilience programs.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialIn the aftermath of Helene, food distribution skyrocketed from 9,000 to 27,000 recipients a month, showcasing the power of local partnerships in community resilience.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialAs FEMA's housing mission comes to a close, North Carolina families can rely on state-managed support lasting until 2027, with local partners stepping up to complete essential home repairs.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County has launched a year-round nonemergency call center to streamline disaster recovery and preparedness for residents—now that's peace of mind!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is making strides in recovery, securing $26 million in federal funding for vital projects like affordable housing and landslide mitigation.
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is seeking nearly $19 million in disaster recovery funds to revitalize its community and support vulnerable residents, with an additional $20 million on the way!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is transforming the former JCPenney building into a state-of-the-art emergency operations center, enhancing their readiness for future crises!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is transforming flood-prone properties into green spaces, with 43 buyouts already completed and 214 more on the way—this is just the beginning of a long-term recovery plan!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialFEMA is injecting nearly $200 million into Western North Carolina for Hurricane Helene recovery, paving the way for vital buyouts and infrastructure repairs.
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@wnctimes.bsky.socialDrought Conditions Linger Across Western North Carolina as Forecasters Eye Shifting Weather Patterns wnctimes.com/article/drou... #Drought #WNC #WNCnews #Asheville #WaterShortage #ConserveWater #NCDrought #BuncombeCounty #HaywoodCounty #MaconCountyNC #WncMountains #ClimateCrisis #ClimateChange
@wnctimes.bsky.socialBuncombe Deputies Recover Stolen Marcis Memorabilia, Two People Arrested wnctimes.com/article/bunc... #Asheville #NASCAR #BuncombeCounty #WB=NC #WNCnews
@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is slashing the co-pay for GLP-1 weight-loss prescriptions to just $100, promising significant savings and a new pharmacy benefits manager starting in 2027!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialA groundbreaking shift in childcare subsidy policy could unlock $97 million in federal funds, transforming early childhood education in Buncombe County starting October 1!
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@citizenptnewsnc.bsky.socialBuncombe County is set to transform its workforce development landscape with a groundbreaking $30 million federal grant for the Western North Carolina Futures Factory, featuring a massive 70,000-square-foot training facility!
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