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Asheville cut off from world; damage estimated $100B in South | North Carolina

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10 months ago

September 30, 2024

www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-09-29 06:48:00

SUMMARY: On Saturday, Asheville and western North Carolina faced severe isolation due to Hurricane Helene, with no operational roads, limited electricity, and disrupted cell services. The storm resulted in over 60 fatalities in the South, with Buncombe County’s toll unreported due to difficulties reaching next of kin. Spruce Pine received 24 inches of rain, overshadowing Atlanta’s 11 inches, setting record levels. Interstate 40, a vital route between Asheville and Knoxville, sustained significant damage as two eastbound lanes collapsed. Helene, initially a Category 4 hurricane in Florida, is anticipated to cause $95 to $110 billion in economic losses, prompting an emergency declaration from President Biden.

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‘Project Runway’ season 21 is fashionable, fun and unfiltered!

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18 hours ago

July 31, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-07-31 22:18:17

SUMMARY: Season 21 of *Project Runway* returns with Heidi Klum as host, joined by original judge Nina Garcia, mentor Christian Siriano, and new judge celebrity stylist Law Roach. This season blends fashion with fun, drama, and unfiltered moments. Designers like Melania de Jesus Estrada and Ethan Hunt highlight a sense of community and growth throughout the competition. The season is described as fabulous, iconic, and transformational, with contestants learning to handle critiques and push their creativity. Dream clients mentioned include Sarah Jessica Parker, Janelle Monáe, and Lady Gaga. Expect magic, drama, and fierce competition in this exciting new season.

Celebrity stylist Law Roach joins the panel this year as a judge

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5 On Your Side: Property damage, injuries and even death, the products recalled in July.

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20 hours ago

July 31, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2025-07-31 20:08:24

SUMMARY: In July, several major product recalls were issued due to safety hazards causing property damage, injuries, and deaths. Hydro Tech burst-proof hoses (3.66 million units) caused 29 injuries, including hearing loss. Frigid Air mini fridges can short-circuit and cause fires, with over $700,000 in damages reported. Minecraft light-up slap ruler bracelets risk fatal battery ingestion in kids. Ozark Trail water bottle caps have injured users, causing permanent vision loss. Above-ground pools from Intex, Bestway, and Polygroup were linked to nine child drownings due to a climbing hazard; manufacturers offer repair kits. Refunds or repairs are available for all recalled products.

WRAL’s 5 On Your Side highlights millions of products have been blamed for property damage, injuries and even death during July.

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UNC Board of Trustees meet amid uncertain budget concerns

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1 day ago

July 31, 2025

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-07-31 12:10:01

SUMMARY: The UNC Board of Trustees met amid uncertainty over $70 million budget cuts due to reduced state and federal research funding. The university plans to cut spending on catering, procurement, and consolidate positions, leading to administrative staff reductions and elimination of vacant roles. A faculty retirement incentive program will be introduced. Financial aid for out-of-state students will be reduced from 44% to 18%, prioritizing North Carolina residents for enrollment. Chancellor Roberts emphasized these difficult decisions are necessary amid fiscal uncertainty and layoffs would be a last resort, with efforts focused on transparency and managing anxieties among university staff and students.