Our Voice in the Community
The Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance has been featured in various news outlets and publications. Below you'll find a collection of articles that highlight our work, advocacy efforts, and community impact.
Media Coverage
Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance in the Press
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The Valley Echo
Six months after Helene: memories are vivid, progress is slow and steady.
Rebuilding Swannanoa continues to be a community pursuit.
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WNC Business
Introducing Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance.
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![Community members cheer as a ribbon is cut reopening the Whitson ave bridge]()
Black Mountain News
The bridge that connects Swannanoa and has been closed due to damages from Tropical Storm Helene since September reopened with fanfare Feb. 26.
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Black Mountain News
Swannanoa Valley resident looks to rebuild business, help community after Helene.
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Blue Ridge Radio
Monday night, dozens of Swannanoa residents gathered at the United Methodist Church to hear from Swannanoa Deputy Fire Chief Larry Pierson. Pierson and the Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance scheduled the event to inform neighbors about how to make their homes safer during fire season. What they did not plan for was a small wildfire nearby.
