For many in Western North Carolina, the French Broad River is more than a scenic place to float, it’s part of the lifestyle. But nearly a year after Hurricane Helene, experts say the river is still ...

Fifteen days after Tropical Storm Helene sent debris, runoff and a cocktail of toxins — including raw sewage and pharmaceuticals — pouring into the French Broad River in the fall of 2024, Shea Tuberty ...

ASHEVILLE - A local land trust and conservation group is embarking on a mission to bring native river cane back to the French Broad River — a project to both restore traditions and protect from ...

Restored floodplains absorb and hold water, building resilience to climate change in Western NC. Floodplains along the French Broad River naturally soak up stormwater and provide a home for wildlife.