North Carolina, Interstate 40

Stretch of North Carolina interstate that collapsed during Helene to reopen next month
A section of Interstate 40 in western North Carolina that collapsed during Hurricane Helene’s historic flooding will reopen to traffic on March 1. Gov.
Breaking down the progress on reopening roads in western North Carolina
Meteorologist Chris Mulcahy breaks down where the progress stands, months after Hurricane Helene hit the area.
Interstate 40 partially reopening in western North Carolina in March
This announcement comes after a visit by the U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy surveyed Helene Recovery in the area.
NCDOT sets new date for reopening I-40 in Western North Carolina after Helene
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pledges federal support to fully rebuild the highway through the Pigeon River Gorge between North Carolina and Tennessee.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation visits Western North Carolina
Transportation Sec. Sean Duffy toured damaged areas of WNC and discussed rebuilding efforts with local leaders Monday
Why Is ReBuild NC involved in disaster management in western North Carolina?
This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. SWANNANOA—People are living in campers in fields of debris off U.
Months after Helene, western North Carolina still rebuilding
Closing in on five months since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, the area is far from being rebuilt. Insurance claims are being processed, and the federal
Homeland Security Secretary Noem visits Helene survivors in western North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is visiting Asheville, North Carolina on Saturday to see how the city is recovering from Hurricane Helene's damage and meet with people affected by the storm. She is expected to speak to reporters around 2:50 p.m.
Donations collected to help pet owners in western North Carolina
The Trump administration evicted former Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan from her home with three hours of notice on Tuesday. Their relationship is still going strong.
2 lanes of Helene-damaged portion of I-40 in western NC set to reopen soon: Governor Stein
Two lanes of I-40 in western North Carolina are set to reopen at the beginning of next month after being heavily damaged by Hurricane Helene.
I-40 in North Carolina to reopen in March, nearly 6 months after Hurricane Helene
Interstate 40 is set to reopen March 1, nearly six months after Hurricane Helene washed out parts of the highway in North Carolina and Tennessee with flooding and debris.
‘Ice storm’ could lock parts of Western North Carolina in half-inch of ice, experts say
An Ice Storm Warning is in effect for parts of the North Carolina mountains, and the storm could leave as much as a half-inch ...
Heavy rain and flooding expected in western North Carolina this week
A slow-moving frontal system will bring rounds of heavy rain and a threat of flooding to Western North Carolina and the ...
Western Carolina hosts Peterson and East Tennessee State
East Tennessee State takes on the Western Carolina Catamounts after Quimari Peterson scored 22 points in the Buccaneers' 66-59 win against the Samford Bulldogs.
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Tragic accident kills mules who helped with disaster relief in western North Carolina after Helene
Several mules who helped get much-needed supplies into parts of western North Carolina ravaged by Helene were killed in an ...
Keith Rudman and Bear Lake Heaven: A Legacy of Luxury in Chicago and Natural Beauty in Western North Carolina
CHICAGO, IL / ACCESS Newswire / February 10, 2025 / For over 30 years, the owners of Bear Lake Heaven have embraced the ...
Part of I-40 in western NC to open by March; more federal support for Helene Recovery
This announcement comes after a visit by the U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy surveyed Helene Recovery in the area.
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Charlotte area Chick-fil-A’s donating heart-shaped tray sales to Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina
A’s are donating heart-shaped tray sales to Make-A-Wish Central & Western North Carolina this Valentine’s season. From Monday ...
Duke Energy announces $500,000 grant program for western NC recovery efforts
Organizations putting forth relief efforts in the region can apply for $25,000 grants. Duke Energy has just announced it's launching a $500,000 grant opportunity for organizations supporting western ...