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Evacuees at Ag Center rescued from dire conditions

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County opening six resource hubs today

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Update on city's storm response

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Storm has killed 5 in county; first responders answered more than 1,000 calls

First responders on Thursday night and Friday morning responded to more than a thousand emergency calls. The county has recorded five storm-related fatalities, Emergency Service Director Jimmy Brissie said during a news conference Sunday.   Read Story »

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630k still without power

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Pardee cancels non-emergency doctor appointments, elective surgeries

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IAM open for drive-thru food distribution 2-5 p.m.

Interfaith Assistance Ministry is open for drive-thru food distribution 2-5 p.m. Monday through Friday until food runs out. The nonprofit is closed for all other services until power is restored.   Read Story »

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SCHOOLS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

In light of recent events, Henderson County Public Schools will be closed until further notice to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff, the school system announced. Once essential services are restored, administrators will make a determination on when schools can safely reopen and will notify school families.   Read Story »

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Send us your flood photos

The once-in-a-century flooding has caused untold hardship and unprecedented destruction in and around Henderson County. If you have pictures please share them with the Lightning. You may email them to billmoss@hendersonvillelightning.com or text them to 828-674-0942. Please tell us the location, a little about the situation and your name so we can give you credit. Add a phone number if you're willing to be interviewed. Thank you, and stay safe.   Read Story »

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City issues boil-water advisory

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