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Helene: Infrastructure progress significant; 101 dead, 7 missing | North Carolina

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | The Center Square – 2024-10-31 14:01:00

SUMMARY: In the fifth week of recovery from Hurricane Helene, significant infrastructure progress has been made in North Carolina’s mountains. Secondary road closures have decreased to 252, while only one water system remains nonoperational. Power outages in Yancey County have dropped to 1,092 customers. The storm resulted in 101 verified deaths across several counties, with causes including drowning and landslides. Damage is estimated at $53 billion, prompting Governor Roy Cooper to recommend $3.9 billion in funding. Recovery efforts have progressively restored power and reduced road closures since the storm caused extensive damage and over 30 inches of rain.

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

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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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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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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.

The trustees are discussing upgrades to campus facilities.

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