Special Talents, Special Events
A growing list of people and companies made significant efforts through special events and other creative efforts. This story gives us a glimpse into how people helped our community.
7 Of Our Favorite Moments in 2024
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Thu, 12/05/2024 - 11:40am
As we close out 2024, it is almost impossible to remember life before the storm. So much has happened, and so much has been lost. Yet, we need to reflect and note moments worth remembering and, yes, even celebrating.
Steve Shoaf
In case you missed it, in the November 27 edition of the Mt Xpress, former Asheville City Council member Cecil Bothwell shared a letter of praise for Steve Shoaf, former director of Water Resources.
More Than Business: Eaton's Response to Hurricane Helene
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Tue, 12/03/2024 - 11:09am
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Video Story: Swannanoa Strong
In the Swannanoa community, neighbors from across the region come together to help build back BUNCOMBE STRONG | BUNCOMBE UNITED.
Community Schools: A Strategy Pays Off During Recovery
Rachel's Story: As hubs of service, Community Schools and their Coordinators are playing a key role in helping neighbors find help, resources, respite, and hope.
Helene Recovery: Listening and Learning
We were struck by how disaster can reveal the very best in humanity during our journey. In every handshake, every shared meal, every offer of help, we saw the threads that bind our community together growing stronger.
Swannanoa Strong: Our New Video Highlighting Community Partners after Helene
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Fri, 11/22/2024 - 1:41pm
If you live in and around Buncombe County then it is most likely that you have heard of the devastation Hurricane Helene brought to the Swannanoa area.
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First Steps for the Long Haul: The Formation of a Long-Term Recovery Group
On November 18, 2024, the Trinity Episcopal Church was brimming with energy. Attendees from grassroots organizations, nonprofits, church groups, and volunteer teams from across Buncombe County filled every available seat—extra chairs had to be brought in.
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