Tropical Storm Helene News Monitoring

Residents of Bradenton Beach mobile home park fighting eviction post-Hurricane Helene

FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports. BRADENTON BEACH, Fla. - The Pines Trailer Park in Bradenton Beach has withstood the test of time, but now, the park’s owner is telling residents that everyone will soon be evicted.  First, they had to deal with the …

NORTH CAROLINA: Trump’s FEMA Delivers Real Relief for Hurricane Helene Victims Biden Left for Dead

President Donald Trump resolved over 80 percent of FEMA cases in just days after the Biden administration failed to protect Americans. President Donald Trump has already resolved more than 80 percent of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) …

Hurricane Helene relief funding prioritized for Giles, Washington counties

GILES COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Between late September and October, the Eggleston Springs Campground was swarmed with volunteers and people helping pick up the pieces after it was destroyed by Hurricane Helene. Seven months later, owner David Ratcliff says …

Virginia Army National Guard aircrews recognized for Hurricane Helene rescues

Aircrews with the Virginia Army National Guard, alongside members of the Virginia Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team, rescued multiple individuals from floodwaters in North Carolina brough on by Hurricane Helene in October. This week, the aircrews were …

What happened at Lake Lure's dam during Tropical Storm Helene?

Local restaurants unite on April 24 to aid those impacted by HIV and Hurricane Helene

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Dining Out for Life returns to Asheville on April 24. According to its website, Dining Out for Life is one of the "oldest and most popular" fundraisers for HIV in North Carolina. HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT HIV/AIDS RESEARCH …

The Costs of Responding to Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina

HICKORY, N.C. – Debris removal. Restoration of utilities. Emergency repairs to public bridges and water systems. Overtime costs for emergency personnel. Evacuation support. Transportation of supplies for the public. These are some of the costs the state of …

Asheville reaches major milestone in recovery from Hurricane Helene

Asheville to reopen final bus stops damaged by Hurricane Helene Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 2:45 PM EDT Apr 23, 2025 The city of Asheville, North Carolina, reached a major milestone in recovery from Hurricane Helene after making an …

Months after Hurricane Helene, towns continue waiting for federal checks

By Briah Lumpkins, The Charlotte Observer (TNS) CHARLOTTE, N.C. — On a recent trip to Washington, D.C., North Carolina town leaders were asked to raise their hands if they had not yet received federal funds to pay for Helene-linked damage to public …

SBA loan deadline for Hurricane Helene damage is April 27

SBA loan deadline for Hurricane Helene damage is April 27  “Residents and business owners affected by Hurricane Helene are urged to act quickly, as the deadline to apply for Small Business Administration physical injury disaster loans is this Sunday, April …

I study local government and Hurricane Helene forced me from my home − here’s how rural towns and counties in North ...

Last year was a record year for disasters in the United States. A new report from the British charity International Institute for Environment and Development finds that 90 disasters were declared nationwide in 2024, from wildfires in California to …

Lesson learned: How the pandemic provided a teachable moment for NC lawmakers in latest Helene relief bill

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Swannanoa residents organize campaign to have post office back in town

The Swannanoa post office was damaged during Tropical Storm Helene. The postal service said the location will not reopen. Residents are organizing a campaign to have a post office in Swannanoa. A post office is part of what identifies a community, …

After Arkansas: The Future Of FEMA And Disaster Relief In America

WASHINGTON DC, UNITED STATES - OCTOBER 09: Signage for the Federal Emergency Management Agency ... More (FEMA) is seen outside of the agency's headquarters in Washington, DC on October 9, 2024. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images) …

North Carolina communities still struggling to recover from Hurricane Helene feel the loss of laid-off CDC disaster team

CNN  —  Hurricane Helene tore through the Swannanoa River Valley of western North Carolina almost seven months ago, but many of the scars it left are still fresh. Flooding and landslides toppled trees and demolished homes and businesses. Debris still sits …

Left temporarily homeless by Helene, many struggle to pay their mortgages

Hudson, Florida — Six months after Hurricane Helene hit Beth and Alex Brightman's home in Hudson, Florida, the flood damage is still visible. Since then, they have changed the message at their front door to "Let's not stay home." "It …

Blooms and businesses blossom months after Hurricane Helene

Spring has sprung, and with it comes renewal. That is why Marco Rozenbroek planted 10,000 flowers with the help of his neighbors after Hurricane Helene wiped their park clean. "Daffodils stand for hope. Tulips also stand for new beginnings," he …

FEMA Uncertainty Is Frustrating Officials Navigating Hurricane Recovery

This story is republished from NOTUS as part of our partnership with the D.C.-based outlet. Uncertainty around the Trump administration’s plans for the Federal Emergency Management Agency is affecting North Carolina’s state legislators as they plan how to …

New places to stay and shop in the Carolinas

New places to stay and shop in the Carolinas What's new this week in the Carolinas Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 6:57 AM EDT Apr 25, 2025 AND IT RUNS THROUGH SEPTEMBER. IT’S ALWAYS EXCITING TO SEE NEW PLACES OPENING UP IN WESTERN NORTH …

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

Armenian Americans Reject Trump’s Re-Enforcement of Turkey’s Gag Rule; Call for Policy Reset to Counter Azerbaijan’s Genocidal Aggression WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of …

Steel Slag Market Outlook 2025: Impact of U.S. Tariffs and Trade Policies

Key companies covered in steel slag market report are ArcelorMittal, Nippon Steel Corporation, JFE Steel Corporation, Tata Steel, POSCO, Voestalpine Group. NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global steel slag market size …

BCYF Draper Pool is Open!

Stop by the Open House on April 29 to learn about programming and meet the Pool Manager. BCYF Draper Pool in West Roxbury, closed for critical systems repairs, reopened on Wednesday, April 23. There will be an Open House on Tuesday, April 29, from 12:00 p. …

Raja Limousine Introduces Luxury Black Car and SUV Service in Suffolk County, Long Island, New York

"Luxury Black Car & SUV Service for Suffolk County, Long Island, NY" SUFFOLK LONG ISLAND, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Raja Limousine Offers Luxury Black Car and SUV Service in Suffolk County, New York …

Jon Marietta Condemns Fayette County Commissioner’s Hot Mic Remarks, Demands Resignations

UNIONTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A controversial open-microphone recording at a recent Fayette County Commissioners’ meeting has sparked widespread outrage and growing calls for change, as Recorder of Deeds Jon R …

FAITH UNDER FIRE: SPIRITUAL THRILLER 'Alan and the Fullness of Time' BRINGS POWERFUL MESSAGE TO HOME AUDIENCES MAY 2

Alan and the Fullness of Time premieres on home entertainment May 2, 2025. Follow Alan’s journey of faith and courage amid government threats. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As social divisions deepen and …

RED HOTEL SERIES MERCHANDISE IS NOW AVAILABLE

The New Red Hotel Series Website Now Features a Shop! LAGUNA HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the recent release of their fourth thriller in the Red Hotel Series, Ed Fuller and Gary Grossman are happy to …

Muslim and Multifaith Women Leaders Condemn Terrorist Attacks in Pahalgam, Indian-Administered Kashmir

Violence Is Never the Answer—There Is Always a Way WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) and allied women leaders from diverse faith …

Savannah Resident to Serve as Deputy Assistant Secretary in Trump Administration

Former Georgia Department of Labor leader to head federal Employment and Training Administration ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lori Frazier Bearden, a resident of Savannah, Georgia, has been appointed to …

ABBA Bail Bonds Details Support for High-Value Bail Cases in California

ABBA Bail Bonds offers financial support, legal coordination, and confidential handling for high-value bail cases in California, including those over $1 million LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the …

Scribe Video Center Welcomes Yoruba Richen for a Three-Day Body of Work Series – Celebrating Black Women Activism

Join Scribe Video Center (3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia) for a 3-day event from May 7 - May 9, 2025 with Peabody award- winning filmmaker, Yoruba Richen! PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scribe Video …

Over 400 Celebrate at Precinct 4 Satellite Ceremony

Largest Number of Tax Collection Drive-Thru Lanes in Texas at New Precinct 4 Satellite Office SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over 400 Attend Ribbon Cutting Celebration at New Precinct 4 Satellite Office …

NVBDC Announces New Partnership with Remember Veteran Grave Markers to Honor and Support Veterans

The National Veteran Business Development Council (NVBDC) Announces New Partnership with Remember Veteran Grave Markers to Honor and Support Veterans DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Veteran Business …

Sanskar Savvy Celebrates One Year as a Leading Gen Z South Asian Media Platform in North America

270,000 Subscribers, 90 Original Features, and Strategic Cultural Partnerships Mark a Breakout Year MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One year after its bold debut, Sanskar Savvy has emerged as a powerhouse media …

NewU University Designs a $0-Tuition Bachelor's Degree in One Year after High School

Collaboration with Proposed Early College Charter School Targets DC’s Youth Unemployment Crisis WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What if our nation’s capital teens could finish a bachelor’s degree for zero …

Gang Members Convicted of Racketeering Conspiracy and Murdering Man They Misidentified as a Rival Gang Member

Following a two-week trial, a federal jury in Minneapolis convicted three Minnesota men yesterday for their involvement in the Highs — a violent Minneapolis street gang — and a gang-related murder on Aug. 7, 2021. “These defendants participated in a …

Three Members of an International Money Laundering Organization Charged with Laundering Millions of Dollars in Drug ...

A federal grand jury in Florence, South Carolina, returned an indictment on April 22, charging Nasir Ullah, 28, and Naim Ullah, 32, both of Sumter, South Carolina, and Puquan Huang, 49, of Buford, Georgia, with conspiring to launder millions of dollars of …

Payroll Services Company Owner Sentenced to Prison

A Florida man was sentenced today to 50 months in prison for not paying taxes withheld from his employees’ wages and filing a false tax return. The following is according to court documents and statements made in court: Matthew Brown, of Palm Beach Gardens …

Founder and Former CEO of Biscayne Capital Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for $130M Fraud Scheme

Roberto Gustavo Cortes Ripalda (Cortes), 58, the co-founder, co-owner, and CEO of international advisory firm Biscayne Capital, was sentenced earlier today in Brooklyn, New York to 10 years in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Cortes pleaded …

Mace Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Modernize Federal IT Systems

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) today reintroduced the Modernizing Government Technology (MGT) Reform Act (H.R. 2985). This bipartisan bill reauthorizes and reforms …