Chimney Rock State Park reopened June 27, nine months after Helene devastated the area. Local officials celebrated the ...

Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa most-damaged by Helene received no state recovery funds while WCU, UNCA did. Are dirty GOP ...

"Chimney Rock is just one of the many places that make western North Carolina unforgettable." Last September's storm swept away the ornate stone and concrete bridge across the Broad River to reach the ...

Construction is not expected to begin until 2026, after U.S. 64/74A has been rebuilt along the river between Chimney Rock and Bat Cave. Chimney Rock is one of two state parks that remain closed in ...

In Asheville and other parts of Western North Carolina, tourism-related outlets are still fighting to survive the summer.

Small business owners and Democrats have been pushing for small business grants. But they were not included in the compromise ...

For Shari Cummings, Chimney Rock had been home for nearly 30 years. That changed in September when Helene unleashed its fury. She lost her home, her business and everything she had worked for, but ...

Chimney Rock Mayor Peter O’Leary had predicted that downtown Chimney Rock would open in time for Memorial ... there’s nothing stronger than that,” said Kristen Sottile with the Broad River Inn.

Numerous family-friendly events are happening in and around Asheville, NC, the week of June 20th. The events include festivals, concerts, nature programs, library events, and more. Chimney Rock Park ...

Nearly seven months after Hurricane Helene devastated the area, Chimney Rock is looking to open during the summer. Skip to content. NOWCAST WYFF News 4 at Noon. ... AND JUST DOWN THE RIVER, ...

Amish volunteers from Pennsylvania rebuild a deck along the banks of the Broad River in Chimney Rock Village, N.C., on Monday, May 19, 2025. (Shelly McCormack via AP) Popular Stories.