Boone businesses continue long road to recovery a year after Hurricane Helene
The storm struck at the worst possible time for the region's tourism-dependent economy, hitting just before the biggest push of the year.
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Show Notes
Nearly one year after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, businesses in Boone are rebuilding but face a challenging path to full recovery, with many still struggling economically despite the area's resilient appearance.
The storm struck at the worst possible time for the region's tourism-dependent economy, hitting just before the biggest push of the year. Many businesses were still recovering from COVID-19 impacts when rising floodwaters washed away their progress.
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