The Southern Scoop
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which struck Western North Carolina 121 days ago, as of today, January 13, FEMA’s Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program... Crews switch from Helene response to winter weather N.C. Department of Transportation crews across the mountains are turning ...
Transitional Sheltering Assistance following Hurricane Helene ends …
1 day ago · Contact FEMA Immediately: Call FEMA’s Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 to verify eligibility or to schedule a home inspection, if applicable. Assistance is available daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET. Online Access: Visit the Disaster Assistance website at www.disasterassistance.gov to check the status of your application or make updates.; FEMA’s TSA Program is intended to be temporary and is one ...
Latest News Archives - The Southern Scoop
Jan 8, 2025 · Asheville, N.C., October 9, 2024 — The USDA Forest Service updated Closure Order #08-11-00-24-02 related to Hurricane Helene on the Nantahala National Forest in Western...
Disaster Energy Assistance available to 25 Counties impacted by ...
1 day ago · The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ Low Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) began accepting applications from the general public for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) on Jan. 2, 2025. For the 25 counties that were heavily impacted by Hurricane ...
More than 550 ballots in Macon, Jackson, and Swain among …
1 day ago · This high-stakes legal battle highlights the critical role every vote plays in close elections. For voters in Macon, Jackson, and Swain counties, the ongoing challenge underscores concerns about the security of their votes and the broader implications of Griffin’s claims on North Carolina’s electoral process.
NCDOT Western crews prepare for Winter Storm - The Southern …
5 days ago · Crews across the mountains and foothills from Surry County to Cherokee County began preparing for snow with an estimated arrival on Friday. Engineers have determined whether to brine bare pavement and started those operations Wednesday where conditions allow for the pre-storm treatment.
Macon County native Kevin Corbin sworn in for third term in North ...
Jan 7, 2025 · In a ceremony held in Macon County on Tuesday night, Senator Kevin Corbin took the oath of office for his third term in the North Carolina Senate. Surrounded by family, friends, and supporters, Corbin expressed gratitude for the trust his constituents have placed in him, emphasizing his commitment ...
Latest News - The Southern Scoop
Size: 2,919 acres Containment: 0% Start Date: 10/23/2023 Point of Origin: Collett Ridge (4 miles south of Andrews, NC) Total Personnel: 112 Resources: Two 20-person...
Commissioner Shearl points the finger at everyone but himself for ...
Dec 15, 2023 · Commissioner Shearl then turned to pointing the finger at “politics” in general. “I do not desire to bring national politics into the local arenas, but unfortunately what happens in Raleigh and Washington, D.C. directly affects how Macon County operates,” said …
Commissioner Antoine clarifies misinformation regarding cost of ...
Nov 16, 2023 · Asheville, N.C., October 9, 2024 — The USDA Forest Service updated Closure Order #08-11-00-24-02 related to Hurricane Helene on the Nantahala National Forest in Western...