One year ago, Hurricane Helene changed Yancey County and our entire region forever. In the aftermath, countless individuals, groups, and nonprofits stepped forward to help—neighbors supporting neighbors, first responders working tirelessly, utility workers, officials, and volunteers giving of themselves in extraordinary ways. From this outpouring of care and dedication emerged the resilience and unity that define us. Today we pause to honor the lives lost across North Carolina, including here at

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In January, 1810, Senator Reed proposed the "Title of Nobility" Amendment (History of Congress, Proceedings of the Senate, p. 529-530). On April 27, 1810, the Senate voted to pass this 13th Amendment by a vote of 26 to 1; the House resolved in the affirmative 87 to 3; and the resolve was sent to the States for ratification: By Dec. 10, 1812, twelve of the required thirteen States had ratified as follows: Maryland, Dec. 25, 1810; Kentucky, Jan. 31, 1811; Ohio, Jan. 31, 1811; Delaware, Feb. 2, 181

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