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The History of Columbus Day

Early in the morning of October 12, 1492, a sailor on board the Pinta sighted land, beginning a new era of European exploration and expansion.

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Four Ways to Help Hurricane Helene Survivors

After a disaster, people come together to help the affected communities. This kind of support is not just vital for a community’s recovery, it can bring much needed hope to survivors.

Election Officials Plan for Voting Post-Helene

As rescue and recovery efforts continue after Hurricane Helene, North Carolina election officials are working to ensure voters affected by the storm can still cast their ballot in the 2024 general election.

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State Board of Elections Unanimously Approves Measures to Help WNC Voters

The bipartisan State Board of Elections unanimously approved a long list of emergency measures to help Helene victims vote in the 2024 election and ensure election officials can provide accessible, safe, and secure voting options for residents of Western North Carolina.