The Southern Scoop
Today, Governor Josh Stein signed five executive orders to bring much-needed relief to people in western North Carolina, including accelerating temporary housing and the repair… The North Carolina Supreme Court race between Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs and Republican challenger ...
Latest News Archives - The Southern Scoop
Jan 15, 2025 · The North Carolina Supreme Court race between Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs and Republican challenger Jefferson Griffin remains undecided, as ongoing legal challenges question tens…
Disaster Energy Assistance available to 25 Counties impacted by ...
Jan 13, 2025 · 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.
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...
Transitional Sheltering Assistance following Hurricane Helene ends …
Jan 13, 2025 · 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 has provided critical shelter to those in need. Initially assisting 10,000 individuals, the program currently supports more than ...
More than 550 ballots in Macon, Jackson, and Swain among …
Jan 13, 2025 · 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.
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...
Reflecting on one year of operating The Southern Scoop News
Jun 1, 2021 · 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...
Health Archives - The Southern Scoop
Apr 23, 2024 · 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...