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1 week ago | 
wpde.com | Charles Perez
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Asheville-Buncombe County Chamber of Commerce has released its five-year plan for economic growth and recover. Chamber Executive Director Clark Duncan breaks down Asheville 2030 plan. (WLOS Staff)Chamber Executive Director for Economic Development Clark Duncan joined News 13 in the studio earlier this week to talk about the plan and the accompanying strategy.
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1 week ago | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
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1 month ago | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez |Marisa Sardonia
(WLOS) — North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards was the target of protesters this week who rallied outside of his office in downtown Asheville. The protestors said they were concerned about federal job cuts, a reversal in U.S. relations with Russia and Elon Musk's growing power, among other issues. News 13's Charles Perez recently spoke with Congressman Edwards on some of these topics, as well as the federal government's plans to further Helene recovery in Western North Carolina.
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2 months ago | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WLOS) — On Sept. 27, 2024, Hurricane Helene hit communities throughout Western North Carolina, bringing powerful winds, torrential rains and quickly rising flood waters. In many towns, such as Black Mountain, North Carolina, the fast-moving waters swept away buildings, bridges and roadways and destroyed public areas.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) helps powerhouse the Western North Carolina economy. According to a Department of Transportation Aviation Report, AVL has a $2.5 billion economic impact in the region, strongly reflecting the growth that's come to Western North Carolina over the past two decades. However, in the wake of Helene, much of that momentum has ebbed as tourism slowed and the region looked to recover from the devastating storm.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The morning that Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina, most residents were taken by surprise by the intensity of the storm. The storm's winds toppled trees, knocked down power lines and toppled cell towers. Its waters flooded entire communities and caused catastrophic damage to Asheville's water supply, rattling the region and stopping lives and commerce in its tracks. Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) was no exception to Helene's wrath.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Before Helene hit Western North Carolina, the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce set out to build a five-year plan for economic development in the region. Then, on the morning of Sept. 27, all of that changed, as the storm hit Western North Carolina with an unexpected force. The aftermath revealed a changed landscape, as individuals, families and businesses were left to deal with the often traumatic impact of Helene.
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Oct 28, 2024 | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
(WLOS) — As western North Carolinians head to the ballot this fall, among the notable races on the ballot is the race for the US House of Representatives. The two contenders, sitting Congressman Chuck Edwards and his opponent, NC State Representative Caleb Rudow, are vying for the District 11 seat in Congress. It is the only national office on the ballot for Western North Carolina voters, other than president and vice president.
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Sep 17, 2024 | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce is calling on residents to contribute their ideas and feedback as it develops a five-year plan for economic growth. Boasting the lowest unemployment rate among metropolitan areas in North Carolina, along with some of the fastest growth, Asheville faces challenges in increasing wages and attracting industries that maintain the region's unique quality of life.
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Sep 12, 2024 | 
wlos.com | Charles Perez
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In a three-part interview with Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer, New 13's Charles Perez covered a wide range of issues, from homelessness and reparations to the challenges of supplying affordable housing. Manheimer, now entering her second decade in office, discussed the status and results of her efforts to tackle some of the toughest issues on her agenda.
