Helene in Swannanoa: Community rallies together amidst …
WEB9 hours ago · Churches and other community centers in the area are offering food and community during Swannanoa’s time of need. Penland said the staff of the Swannanoa Fire Department was “taking a step back” Sept. 30 because they needed a reprieve.
Black Mountain, Swannanoa flooding: water distribution, …
WEB19 hours ago · The town of Black Mountain is in recovery mode following Helene's making's landfall in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane in Florida and bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Western North Carolina the night of Sept. 26 into the morning of Sept. 27.. The town of Black Mountain will be holding a public town meeting at 3 p.m. Sept. 30 at Town Square. Officials from administration, emergency ...
Black Mountain NC News
WEBBlack Mountain NC News - blackmountainnews.com is the home page of Black Mountain NC with in depth and updated Black Mountain and Swannanoa Valley NC local news. Stay informed with both Black Mountain NC news as well as …
List: Western North Carolina community updates after Helene …
WEB11 hours ago · Western North Carolina live updates: 5 more deaths reported in Buncombe County, death toll at 40 Sign up for text message updates and crucial information in Hurricane Helene's aftermath Help in a hurry: Quick guide to finding essentials in Asheville after flooding from Helene When will Asheville water be restored? How to stay safe during boil water advisory How to help Asheville, North ...
Black Mountain Helene: Communications down, water system not …
WEB2 days ago · Helene made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane and brought heavy rain and strong winds to Western North Carolina the night of Sept. 26 into the morning of Sept. 27.. At the 4 p.m. Sept. 29 Buncombe County briefing, Buncombe County Manager Avril Pinder said the "devastation was unthinkable" in communities around the county, including in Black Mountain and Swannanoa.
Old Town District taproom looks to fill a niche in Black Mountain
WEB1 day ago · A new taproom has opened in Black Mountain that aims to fill a niche in town, whatever that might be. Old Town District is a collaboration between business partners David McKnight, Bud Rainey and John Pomeroy. Rainey said the goal with the business is to “create a great local watering hole that ...
$22 million Black Mountain budget recommended; no property …
WEBMay 23, 2024 · Town Manager Josh Harrold recommended a $22 million budget with no property tax hike, but increased fees and rates for water, waste and golf. The budget includes personnel and capital items, as well as projects in the utility fund.
BMPD faces staffing shortage, no increase in crime rates
WEBJan 8, 2024 · Black Mountain Police Chief Steve Parker reports no increase in crime rates in 2023, but faces a shortage of operational staff and applications. He also shares his priorities for the new year, including finding more space and enhancing training.
Flooding causes evacuations; damages roads, bridges, greenway
WEBAug 24, 2021 · The county received 5.33 inches of rain from Aug. 16-17, surpassed only twice in 1964 and 1967 with 5.59 inches of rain and 5.44 inches of rain respectively, Robel said.
New Black Mountain police chief meets with community members
WEBNov 12, 2021 · Steve Parker, the new leader of the Black Mountain Police Department, met with residents on Nov. 9 and shared his plans for the department. He emphasized building relationships, investing in staff and addressing …