Biffle, North Carolina and Hurricane Helene

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Greg Biffle remembered for humanitarian work in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene
While many people knew Greg Biffle as a NASCAR legend, many people also knew him as a humanitarian. The catastrophic damage from Hurricane Helene caught the attention of Biffle just days after the storm left an irreversible scar on western North Carolina.

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Remembering Greg Biffle: Driver’s philanthropy made impact on post-Helene North Carolina
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“If I Don’t Go, Who Is Going To?” — Why The Late, Great Greg Biffle Jumped Into Action In The Immediate Aftermath Of Hurricane Helene
Terrifying video shows jet carrying NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family exploding into flames
A terrifying video has emerged showing the doomed plane carrying NASCAR legend Greg Biffle and his family exploding in a ball of flames.

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Greg Biffle and family killed in North Carolina plane crash
Who is Greg Biffle? The NASCAR great who was on the plane that crashed in North Carolina with wife and kids
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle becomes latest athlete to be killed by aviation tragedy
Biffle, who is considered one of NASCAR’s 75 greatest drivers with 19 wins, was thought to be taking his family to visit creator and motorsports streamer Garrett Mitchell.

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NASCAR legend Greg Biffle is killed in fireball private jet crash, close friend says
NASCAR driver, family killed in plane crash

Year in Review: Helene recovery enters 65th week

Peace of mind that comes through recovery from a hurricane more times than not requires money. And western North Carolina remains in need of peace.

NASCAR Champion Greg Biffle Remembered as ‘Unsung Hero’ of Hurricane Helene for Boldly Using His Helicopter to Save Lives

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, who died Thursday, Dec. 18, was dubbed the "unsung hero" of Hurricane Helene relief efforts in 2024

State funding heads to Western North Carolina to strengthen storm-damaged water systems

North Carolina's $270 million boost to rebuild water systems damaged by Hurricane Helene aims to enhance long-term storm resilience across 26 counties.

NC officials, activists remain frustrated with slow pace of Helene recovery

North Carolina state officials, city leaders and community activists are raising concerns about what they say is a slow and under-funded response to Hurricane Helene due to hurdles from the Trump administration.
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Old Fort Bolsters Water System Resilience with $15 Million Investment Following Hurricane Helene

Old Fort is witnessing a significant boost in water system resilience with new investments recently highlighted by Governor Josh Stein and DEQ Secretary Reid Wilson. Aiming to fortify the town against future calamities,

North Carolina Christmas tree farmers resurge a year after Helene's devastation

North Carolina Christmas tree farmers are ready for business to ramp back up after a hard holiday season in 2024 following Hurricane Helene's widespread devastation in the region.
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WNC homeowners get more time to apply for Helene housing recovery

The state has extended the deadline for the Renew NC program to Jan. 31, citing a need to give residents more time during the holiday season.
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Renew NC launches Helene recovery program for affordable rental units

Governor Josh Stein announced that the state is accepting applications for a new disaster recovery program to repair or rebuild small rental properties in western North Carolina
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