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Rebuilding After the Storm: A New Beginning for South Carolina

September 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction in its wake, affecting 14 counties in South Carolina. In the aftermath of the disaster, President Biden took swift action to declare a major disaster, unlocking federal funding for those in need. This decision is a crucial step towards restarting the live

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Coastal Vulnerability

September 30, 2024

As the severe storm, Hurricane Helene, made its way across the southeastern United States, communities were left reeling from its devastating aftermath. In Buncombe County, North Carolina, a solemn reality set in as officials reported 30 fatalities, with hundreds more unaccounted for. The once thriv

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Flood Alert in the French Broad River Valley

September 29, 2024

The French Broad River Valley is experiencing severe flooding, with the lowest recorded stage since measurements began in 1895. Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Florida on September 26, is still affecting the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued flash flood warnings for seve

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Rain-Drenched Village: A North Carolina Community's Struggle to Stay Afloat

September 29, 2024

As the remnants of Hurricane Helene slowly subsided, the once picturesque village of Biltmore in western North Carolina was left grappling with the devastating consequences of severe flooding. The village, renowned for its historic charm and unique architecture, was now under water, with debris-fill

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Dam Alert: A Tale of Two Dams and the Fury of Hurricane Helene

September 28, 2024

Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, wreaked havoc across the eastern United States, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. As the storm dumped heavy rainfall and strong winds, two dams in North Carolina found themselves under threat. The Waterville Dam and the Lake Lure Dam, both lo

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Dam on the Brink: A Story of Unpredictable Weather and Urgent Action

September 28, 2024

In the midst of a torrential downpour, the Lake Lure dam in western North Carolina found itself on the verge of catastrophic failure. Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Helene had left the area inundated, with warnings of a second potential dam failure at the Walters Dam just miles away. The situation wa

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Why Trump's Poll Numbers Are Surprisingly Strong in Georgia

September 27, 2024

Georgia, a state where Democrats have made significant strides in recent years, is surprisingly a stronghold for Trump in polling. While it's logical to assume that Trump would struggle in a state with a growing Democratic base, the latest polls suggest otherwise. Trump is polling ahead of Kamala Ha

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A Fresh Start: From Crypto Executive to Convicted Felon

September 26, 2024

Caroline Ellison, a former crypto executive, has received a two-year prison sentence for her role in one of the largest financial frauds in history. As the co-chief executive of Alameda Research, Bankman-Fried's companion hedge fund, Ellison was a key witness for the prosecution. She cooperated with

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From Fraud to Redemption: The Caroline Ellison Story

September 26, 2024

Caroline Ellison, a former top executive at FTX, has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for her role in a multibillion-dollar fraud. But Ellison's story is not just one of crime and punishment. It's a tale of vulnerability, exploitation, and ultimately, redemption. Ellison, 29, pleaded guilty ne

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The Unlikely Factor

September 26, 2024

Mark Robinson, the Republican candidate for governor of North Carolina, has been accused of making explicit racial and sexual posts on a pornography website. This scandal has become a key factor in Kamala Harris's campaign to win the state. Despite the allegations, Trump has refused to rescind his