The North Carolina Department of Transportation has made substantial progress on the roughly 9,000 projects that arose in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene more than 22 months ago.
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Texas-based disaster contractor SLS Ltd. was not required to document the actual quantity of services provided.
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"We're not just protecting 30 acres, we're protecting the opportunity for future generations to experience Mount Ida much as we do today."
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There will be snow cones, popcorn, inflatables, face painting, live music and a law enforcement car show.
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In 2025, Mission Ministries Alliance's shelters, outreach programs, Agape Station and Day Center served more than 500 people in McDowell.
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