We Are Mitchell

This episode discusses recent changes in National Weather Service forecast terminology, focusing on new words like 'considerable destructive' to enhance urgency in warnings for events like severe thunderstorms, flash floods, and tornadoes.

Mitchell County officials Andrew Brewer and Alan Cook issue a public statement advising residents to prepare for an incoming winter storm with snow, ice, and dangerous conditions, emphasizing sheltering in place and having 72 hours of supplies.

This episode discusses SEARCH's upcoming CASPER survey to assess the impact of Hurricane Helene on residents in Mitchell and Yancey counties through statistically relevant interviews.

This episode discusses a state program for repairing private roads and bridges damaged by Hurricane Helene in Mitchell County, North Carolina, with County Manager Alan Cook explaining the importance of meeting the upcoming deadline for assistance.

This episode is a town hall meeting for Mitchell County, North Carolina, focusing on recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, including a prayer for guidance and gratitude for community support.

This episode discusses the March 25th FEMA appeal deadline for Hurricane Helene recovery in Mitchell County, North Carolina, explaining how residents can potentially receive additional funds for home and property repairs.

This episode is a town hall meeting in Mitchell County, North Carolina, focusing on recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, beginning with a prayer and acknowledgments of leadership and volunteers.

This episode features Brandon Pittman discussing the Hurricane Helene Forest Recovery Workshop, addressing Mitchell County's leading timber blowdown issue and available resources for landowners.

This episode of We Are Mitchell features County Manager Alan Cook discussing the 2025-2026 budget for Mitchell County, North Carolina, which is uniquely impacted by Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.

This episode features an interview with Jack Forey from Sebelco, discussing the company's response to Hurricane Helene in Mitchell County.

County manager Alan Cook discusses the transition of private property debris removal from county to state control after Hurricane Helene, explaining delays and the FEMA approval process for debris cleanup.

John Masters, Assistant Emergency Management Director, discusses preparations for a winter storm in Mitchell County, emphasizing safety tips and emergency readiness.

This episode discusses an upcoming Landscape Recovery Open House in Mitchell County, North Carolina, focused on recovery from Hurricane Helene and wildfire risk reduction, featuring an interview with Zach O'Donnell from Blue Ridge Resource Conservation Development.

This episode announces the upcoming 78th North Carolina Rhododendron Festival on June 20-21 in Bakersfield, discussing schedule changes and events like the crafts fair and pageant as part of Mitchell County's recovery from Hurricane Helene.

This episode features an interview with Brandon Pittman about an upcoming Agriculture Summit on November 1st, aimed at helping local farmers and food entrepreneurs with business skills, grants, and resources in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

This episode discusses a post-Hurricane Helene water safety study in Mitchell County, led by Jackie McDonald-Gibson from NC State University, focusing on community concerns and research findings.

This episode features an interview with David Niven about the near-completion of DT's restaurant reopening in Mitchell County, North Carolina, following extensive recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene.

This episode announces the launch of the Mitchell Ready app, a new emergency management tool for Mitchell County residents to receive warnings and information from officials, developed in response to Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.

This episode discusses the upcoming tourism summit in Mitchell County, North Carolina, as part of recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, featuring an interview with Tourism Development Authority Director Kelly Jones.

This episode discusses the upcoming Old Crow Medicine Show benefit concert in Spruce Vine for Hurricane Helene recovery, featuring Gina Phillips talking about Hilloween events and community efforts in Mitchell County.

This episode features an interview with astronomer Dr.

This episode discusses the reopening of the Rhododendron Gardens on Roan Mountain in Mitchell County, North Carolina, following recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, with insights from Forest Service recreation manager Alexandra Davidson.

This episode discusses the merger of the Volunteer Resource Center into the Mitchell County Long-Term Resiliency Group, explaining the continuity of services for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Mitchell County, North Carolina.

This episode discusses the return of the Merry in Mitchell holiday event in Mitchell County, North Carolina, focusing on its rebranding from the Mountain Christmas Trail of Lights and its role as a central resource for local Christmas activities.

This episode discusses the increased wildfire risk in Mitchell County, North Carolina, due to downed trees and foliage from Hurricane Helene, featuring insights from Phillip Jackson of the NC Forest Service.

This episode discusses the Renew NC state program's January 31st deadline for residents affected by Hurricane Helene to apply for home repair assistance, with details on MARC support services.

Andrew Brewer, Mitchell County Emergency Management Coordinator, provides an update on the winter storm of 2026, detailing the county's response, current conditions, and road safety concerns.

This episode discusses PTSD awareness month in the context of Hurricane Helene recovery, exploring what PTSD is and how it affects people beyond just veterans.

Emergency management director Andrew Brewer provides a real-time update on the winter storm situation in Mitchell County, North Carolina, covering power status, shelter availability, road conditions, and weather forecasts.

This episode discusses three community meal events organized by the Long-Term Recovery Group in Mitchell County, North Carolina to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene and celebrate recovery efforts.

This episode provides an update on debris removal efforts in Mitchell County, North Carolina, following Hurricane Helene, featuring County Manager Alan Cook discussing progress on waterway and roadside cleanup.

This episode discusses plans for a free community commemoration event in Mitchell County, North Carolina, to remember Hurricane Helene's impact and provide emergency preparedness giveaways.

This episode features an interview with Mitchell County fire coordinator Brian Brewer discussing critical safety tips for dealing with carbon monoxide risks from alternative heating sources and frozen water pipes during post-hurricane recovery efforts.

This episode discusses the ongoing severe drought in Mitchell County, North Carolina, following Hurricane Helene, with meteorologist Jason Boyer explaining the weather conditions and wildfire risks.

This episode features Sophia Phillips discussing the upcoming 'Remembering Helene' community event to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene's impact on Mitchell County, North Carolina, while highlighting recovery efforts through her Appalachian Rebuild Project.

This episode discusses Fourth of July safety tips and hurricane preparedness in Mitchell County, North Carolina, featuring an interview with interim EM director Andrew Brewer.

This episode discusses the spring wildfire season in Mitchell County, North Carolina, focusing on recovery from Hurricane Helene, current drought conditions, and fire management efforts with fire coordinator Brian Brewer.

This episode discusses the recovery progress in Spruce Pine, North Carolina after Hurricane Helene and previews the upcoming first-ever North Carolina Hellbender Festival, featuring an interview with Spencer Bost about community revitalization and local events.

This episode discusses updates on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Mitchell County, North Carolina, focusing on changes at the Multi-Agency Resources Center and the work of the Long-Term Resiliency Group.

Jason Boyer provides a weather update on incoming snow, freezing rain, and sleet expected to cause damaging conditions in North Carolina and Tennessee.

This episode provides a weather update on a winter storm in Mitchell County, North Carolina, discussing current snowfall, expected accumulations, and regional variations.

WLOS meteorologist Jason Boyer discusses an upcoming winter storm expected to hit Mitchell County, North Carolina on January 24-25, 2026, explaining forecast uncertainties and preparation advice.

Andrew Brewer discusses emergency preparedness for an upcoming winter storm, emphasizing the 'next 72' plan to ensure safety with supplies like food, water, generators, and medications.

This episode features a weather update with Jason Boyer discussing an approaching winter storm's forecast, focusing on freezing rain impacts, power outage risks, and safety preparations for Mitchell County, North Carolina.

Mitchell County emergency officials provide a briefing on potential tropical weather, emphasizing preparedness and calmness ahead of the anniversary of Hurricane Helene.

A weather expert discusses an incoming winter storm expected to bring significant snow to Mitchell County, North Carolina, with details on timing and intensity.

A weather update for Mitchell County, North Carolina, discussing dangerously cold temperatures, wind chills, and safety precautions following Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.

County manager Alan Cook provides an update on private property debris removal efforts in Mitchell County following Hurricane Helene, including new state-managed procedures and sign-up options.

This episode discusses the forecast for an incoming winter storm in Mitchell County, North Carolina, with meteorologist Jason Boyer providing details on timing, snow accumulation, and impacts over the next 36 hours.

This episode covers the ongoing recovery from Hurricane Helene in Mitchell County, focusing on current fire dangers and burn bans due to dry conditions and debris.

This episode provides recovery updates for Mitchell County after Hurricane Helene and promotes a July 4th veterans meal at a local church.

An interview with Orchard at Altapass staff about the hurricane's devastation and their upcoming season.

County manager Alan Cook announces a new vegetative debris drop-off site for Mitchell County residents recovering from Hurricane Helene.

This episode discusses a barbecue fundraiser and concert to support Mitchell High School students' trip to New York City, part of the community's recovery from Hurricane Helene.

A government-produced podcast providing updates and interviews on Hurricane Helene recovery in Mitchell County, North Carolina.

This episode covers a town hall meeting about Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Mitchell County, North Carolina.

This episode interviews local business owners who reopened after Hurricane Helene's devastation in Mitchell County.

A government-produced podcast interviewing local business owners about their experience and recovery from Hurricane Helene flooding.

A town hall meeting in Mitchell County, NC, providing updates on recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene, including remarks from officials and a moment of silence for victims.