SUMMARY: Country music artist Eric Church is supporting Hurricane Helen victims with his new solo song, “Darkest Hour,” his first in over three years. Church announced that all publishing royalties from the song will be donated to relief efforts, dedicating it to his home state of North Carolina, where over 100 lives have been lost. His organization, Church’s Chief Cares, is also committing to aid those affected by the storm. Additionally, News 2 is collaborating with the Red Cross to raise funds for victims, providing a QR code and a link on their website for donations.

Church said that all the publishing royalties from the song would go to storm victims.

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SUMMARY: The Noich Chucky River overflowed in Green County, leading to significant flooding that impacted the local water supply, cutting off running water for nearly 74,000 residents. Emergency measures have restored water access in some areas, especially Greenville, where temporary portable pumps have been installed. Sheriff Wesley Holt indicated that new infrastructure may eventually be needed. The Greenville Water Commission, relying on diesel pumps, is gradually extending water supply to other towns while maintaining a boil advisory. Funding for repairs will come from FEMA and TEEMA as storm-related assistance. Progress is being made, albeit slowly, in restoring clean water access.

The Nolichucky River blew its banks in Greene County, cutting access to water for many residents.

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SUMMARY: Newport utilities announced positive news for customers in the disaster zone, lifting the conservation order and boil water alert within city limits. Utility managers advise residents to run their water until it is clean prior to use. Currently, 99% of water service has been restored, and those still without service can expect it to be restored soon.

Utility managers want customers to run their water until it’s clear before using it.

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