We Are Mitchell

A Special Rescue During Helene with Kay Oke

There are amazing stories of rescues and other efforts to help those in need during the aftermath of Helene. Kay One tells about one such rescue in the Altapass community that she was a part of.

Ground Force Humanitarian Aid with Clint Roe

A group that is in Mitchell County “for the long haul,” Ground Force Humanitarian Aid is based in the Spruce Pine Walmart parking lot to provide volunteer help, food, and more to residents. Clint Roe with the group talks about their services and how they can help you.

Hurricane Helene with WLOS Meteorologist Jason Boyer

So where does Helene stack up in weather records and history for our region? WLOS meteorologist Jason Boyer took a few minutest to answer those questions and much more.

Distributing Supplies to Citizens with Whitney Buchanan

It is one thing to get donations during a disaster, but it’s a whole different story getting supplies where they are needed. Local resident Whitney Buchanan shares details on that challenge and how you can help.

Legal Aid of North Carolina with Alicia Edwards

There are times during a disaster that you may need legal assistance. Alicia Edwards with Legal Aid of North Carolina tells us about their services and the situations in which you may need their assistance during this trying time.

The Mitchell Volunteer Resource Center with Stephanie Pitman

Both volunteers and those who need help are encouraged to contact or visit the Volunteer Resource Center located at the Mitchell Senior Center in Ledger. Stephanie Pitman is director of the center and provides an overview of what is available there.

Sibelco Spruce Pine Foundation Announcement with CEO Hilmar Rode

Hilmar Rode, CEO of Sibelco who has ultra pure quartz mining operations in Mitchell County, has announced a Foundation to raise money to help the county rebuild. He delivered this news at a meeting October 9, 2024

Mitchell County Board of Elections with Roycene Jones

Mitchell County Board of Elections Director Roycene Jones joins us to talk about the 2024 election and a minor change being made in the polling location for Cane Creek due to Hurricane Helene.