North Carolina residents who suffered losses and damage as a result of Hurricane Matthew can get information about disaster assistance in Harnett and Nash counties at Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) opening Saturday, October 15. The hours of operation are 9 a.m.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved North Carolina’s request for a hot food waiver in all 100 counties, allowing Food and Nutrition Services (food stamps) recipients to purchase hot food prepared for immediate consumption from authorized Electronic Benefits Transfer retailers.
Transportation officials have opened a seven-mile stretch of westbound I-40 in Johnston County that closed as a result of Hurricane Matthew.
State Mental Health officials in North Carolina encourage individuals experiencing emotional distress from the impacts of Hurricane Matthew to seek assistance.
The Division of Adult Correction and Juvenile Justice today evacuated 136 probationers from the Robeson Confinement in Response to Violation (CRV) Center in Lumberton, a correctional facility where probation violators serve 90-day periods of incarceration.
The task force that designed and is working to implement a comprehensive strategic plan to improve the successful reintegration of juveniles into the community following their contact with the juvenile justice system is scheduled to meet in Raleigh on Monday.
While substantial progress is being made in the recovery from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Pat McCrory today noted that new flooding from rising river levels will create challenges in several eastern counties.
Travelers needing to visit North Carolina beaches this weekend are advised to plan ahead and avoid routes that are closed due to flooding or damage from Hurricane Matthew.
People from all walks of life are reaching out, seeking ways to assist victims and communities devastated by Hurricane Matthew in North Carolina.
As residents assess damage from Hurricane Matthew and begin repairing or rebuilding, the following information can help expedite storm victims file insurance claims and apply for other assistance.