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  • Washington COunty Long Term Recovery Group Highlights 2025 Achievements

    WHJL, Johnson City, published an article about the Washington County Long Term Recovery Group’s annual report and 2025 achievements.

  • WASHINGTON COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY GROUP RELEASES 2025 ANNUAL REPORT

    WASHINGTON COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY GROUP RELEASES 2025 ANNUAL REPORT

    The Washington County Long Term Recovery Group (WCLTRG) has released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing the significant progress made in restoring the community following the devastating Hurricane Helene flood of 2024. The report serves as a comprehensive overview of the group’s mission to coordinate resources, distribute aid, and provide guidance to residents navigating the path…

  • ReadyTN

    ReadyTN

    The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) is reaching out to community businesses and faith institutions to prepare for the next emergency with a new preparedness program, ReadyTN.

  • Fiscal Agent

    Fiscal Agent

    The First Tennessee Development District (FTDD) acts as the fiscal agent for the Washington County Long Term Recovery Group.

  • Prepare for Cold Weather

    Prepare for Cold Weather

    The Washington County Long Term Recovery Group recommends residents prepare for cold weather conditions. Residents who are unprepared for cold weather as a result of the 2024 flood disaster may be eligible to request help from the WCLTRG.

  • Tennessee to Manage USDA Grants for Farmers and Forest Landowners Hit by Hurricane Helene

    Tennessee to Manage USDA Grants for Farmers and Forest Landowners Hit by Hurricane Helene

    Farmers and forest landowners in Tennessee who continue to recover from losses brought on by Hurricane Helene will soon have the opportunity to apply for block grants made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA).

  • WASHINGTON COUNTY RESIDENTS STILL RECOVERING FROM THE FLOOD DISASTER MAY CONNECT WITH THE WASHINGTON COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY GROUP

    WASHINGTON COUNTY RESIDENTS STILL RECOVERING FROM THE FLOOD DISASTER MAY CONNECT WITH THE WASHINGTON COUNTY LONG TERM RECOVERY GROUP

    Washington County residents still recovering from the 2024 Helene flood disaster can access group resources, request help, or sign up to volunteer by visiting the centralized website at www.wcltrg.org. The group also maintains its Facebook page, where residents can follow the page to get connected to disaster recovery in Washington County.

  • HNDS & FT is accepting Donations for Appalachia Christmas Event

    HNDS & FT is accepting Donations for Appalachia Christmas Event

    HNDS & FT, Unicoi Christian Church, and Appalachian United Initiative are hosting “Appalachia Christmas Event” Saturday December 13th from 11am-4pm at Unicoi Christian Church. The organizations received tremendous response to their program. HNDS & FT is requesting donations for the Appalachia Christmas Event to benefit families in Unicoi County and surrounding areas.

  • 2025 Toys for Tots

    2025 Toys for Tots

    Toys for Tots is receiving applications for toy requests during the 2025 holiday season. Families who would like to to request a toy may complete an online application.

  • Continued Support for Flood Recovery

    Continued Support for Flood Recovery

    The Washington County Long Term Recovery Group (WCLTRG) today re-emphasized its long-term commitment to residents still recovering from the devastating 2024 Hurricane Helene flood. The WCLTRG, which was formed in November 2024 following the disaster, continues to serve as a vital hub for coordinating resources, distributing aid, and providing critical guidance to those in Washington…