Buncombe County unemployment drops to 6%. Still second highest in NC after Helene
Buncombe County's unemployment rate remains among the highest in North Carolina after Tropical Storm Helene hit in September.
Fact check: Cooper says Helene bill 'took money' from western NC
Gov. Roy Cooper said Republican legislators passed a bill that "actually took money away from western North Carolina." ...
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Unemployment claims in North Carolina declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in North Carolina dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S.
State lawmakers considering $500 million more in Helene aid, half of Stein's request
State lawmakers are considering legislation that would provide an additional $500 million for Tropical Storm Helene recovery.
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Rowan reps file bills addressing military education, unemployment insurance and more
SALISBURY — Rowan County representatives filed more bills during the past few days as primary sponsors, with effects ranging from deferred acceptance to UNC system schools for military members to ...
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Asheville, Buncombe unemployment continues to improve after Hurricane Helene
Buncombe County’s unemployment rate was 6.0% in December 2024, according to data released by the North Carolina Department of ...
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Fact Check: Did Helene bill take money from western North Carolina?
Before leaving the governor's office, Roy Cooper stated in media interviews that Republican state legislators passed a bill ...