Hurricane Helene
NPR Stations Targeted for Cuts by Trump Have Provided Lifelines to Listeners During Disasters
In remote and rural areas across the U.S., public radio stations can be a lone source of local news when natural disasters take out power, internet and cell towers. read more >
by Associated Press -
Farmers are Still Reeling Months After Hurricane Helene Ravaged Crops Across the South
Experts estimate the cost to farmers, timber growers and other agribusinesses from Florida to Virginia will reach more than $10 billion. read more >
by Associated Press -
Home BancShares Sets Aside Another $16.7M to Cover Hurricane Loan Losses
The parent company of Centennial Bank has now set aside $33.4 million to cover potential hurricane-related loan losses this year. It's also deferring loan payments for affected customers. read more >
Hospitals’ IV Fluid Shortage May Impact Surgeries for Weeks
The federal government and medical suppliers have taken several steps to help ease the supply crunch created by Hurricane Helene, which forced Baxter International to close its North Carolina plant late last month. read more >
by Associated Press -
Small Business Disaster Loan Program is Out of Money Until Congress Approves New Funds
The shortfall is delaying much needed relief for people applying for aid in the wake of the destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. read more >
by Associated Press -
US Jobless Claims Hit 258,000, the Most In a Year. Analysts Point to Hurricane Helene, Boeing Strike
Outside of the weather and labor strife, some recent labor market data has suggested that high interest rates may finally be taking a toll on the labor market. read more >
by Associated Press -
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