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Early voting begins with congestion and confusion
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Voter Guide is on the street, in mailboxes
Henderson County's only comprehensive local Voter Guide is on the street. Read Story »
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City issues update on recycling, garbage, storm debris
Starting Monday, Oct. 21, recycling collection will resume for all customers on their regular pick-up day, the city announced. As it returns to normal service, the city urged residents to be mindful of what items can and cannot be recycled. Proper sorting is crucial for the recycling process, and any carts found with contaminated materials — non-recyclables mixed in — will be treated as household garbage. To ensure your recycling efforts are effective, please review the guidelines below. What CAN be recycled: Paper: Newspapers, magazines, office paper, and junk mail Cardboard: Clean, dry boxes, including corrugated and paperboard (cereal boxes, etc.) Plastic Bottles and Containers: Rinsed, with caps attached (numbers 1, 2, 5) Metal Cans: Aluminum, steel, and tin cans Glass Bottles and Jars: Rinsed and free of food residue What CANNOT be recycled: Plastic Bags or Film: Grocery bags, plastic wrap, or any soft plastic Styrofoam: Any form of Styrofoam, including cups and packaging materials Food Waste or Soiled Paper: Pizza boxes with grease, paper towels, napkins Electronics or Batteries: These require special disposal methods Household Hazardous Waste: Paint, pesticides, motor oil, or similar items Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our recycling stream clean and effective. For additional information on recycling, please visit https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/public-works/recycling. Garbage collection: Some important garbage collection reminders: We will be collecting extra bags until further notice, but all household garbage must be placed in garbage bags (no grocery bags please). If your carts are missing or damaged, please email jdcase@hvlnc.gov. We will get them replaced as soon as we can. If you don't have a cart, please place your bagged garbage out to the curb/street for collection. Debris Removal: Henderson County and the city of Hendersonville are offering free curbside storm debris removal. Please be patient as we are working hard to ensure safe debris collection to residents. Residents do not need to call Public Works to make them aware they have debris or brush at the curb. When piling storm debris at the curb, please follow guidelines to ensure safe and efficient removal. Separate debris into categories: Vegetative Debris: Includes tree limbs, leaves, and other vegetative debris. *Bulk leaf collection has been cancelled at this time. Leaves should be placed with vegetative debris. Construction & Demolition Debris: Items like building materials, furniture, and carpets. Large Appliances: Damaged refrigerators, dishwashers, stoves, etc. (secure doors). Electronics: Damaged TVs, computers, and other electronics. Hazardous Waste: Paints, cleaners, pesticides, etc. (place in separate, clearly marked containers). Do not block streets or sidewalks: Pile debris as close to the curb as possible without obstructing roads, sidewalks, ditches, culverts, storm drains, water valves, or fire hydrants. Avoid placing debris near utility equipment: Keep piles away from power lines, utility poles, water meters, and sewer cleanouts. Separate storm debris from regular household garbage: Different trucks collect different types of waste. Do not bag storm debris: Leave all vegetative debris loose, and do not mix it with other types of waste. Read Story »
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Disaster Recovery Center open for people needing FEMA assistance
A Disaster Recovery Center for people who need help applying for assistance from FEMA and other government agencies opened Wednesday in Henderson County. Read Story »
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Nearly 1,000 properties damaged or destroyed, with many more expected
Damage assessments of a third of the county found that nearly 1,000 structures were either destroyed or sustained major damage when Hurricane Helene hit Henderson County, county officials said Wednesday. Read Story »
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New traffic pattern as early voting opens
Henderson County's early voting will proceed as planned starting Thursday, Oct. 17, with only one voting site, the Board of Elections Office, 75 E. Central St., off Spartanburg Highway. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Rep. Edwards: Hoaxes, conspiracy theories, hearsay sow chaos amid recovery
Pardee leaders give state Senate leader assessment of post-storm scenario
Community News
'Mary from Virginia' modeled volunteer spirit
Atkinson students moving to Boys & Girls Club
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Health department will test well water for free
The Henderson County Department of Public Health will provide well water sampling at no charge to Henderson County residents impacted by Hurricane Helene. Read Story »
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'Mary from Virginia' modeled volunteer spirit
When he heard about “Mary from Virginia,” a faithful disaster relief volunteer at Etowah Elementary School, schools Superintendent Mark Garrett assumed Mary was a transplant from the commonwealth to our north. Read Story »
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Cooper, DHHS secretary visit Pisgah Forest, Fletcher
North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Kody H. Kinsley joined Gov. Roy Cooper Friday to tour Helene damage in Transylvania and Henderson counties. Read Story »
Bear season opens in Nantahala forest, delayed in Pisgah
League announces new location for School Board forum
NC Forest Service waives burn permit requirement
Chief justice extends court filings relief through Oct. 28
WRECKED ROADS: 5,400 sites, 450 bridges damaged or destroyed
Atkinson students moving to Boys & Girls Club
Resource hub moves to McAbee Court warehouse
NCDHHS helps Helene-impacted restaurants reopen
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