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Large trees remain down, blocking many areas, in the aftermath of devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene last month. A Pisgah National Forest ranger says that means more fuel on the ground for the advent of fire season. And firefighters could be hindered by roads that remain blocked or damaged.

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After a cloudy morning, skies will clear in the afternoon and evening. Temperatures will peak in the 60s and lower 70s. We'll continue to get warmer into the end of October.

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Around North Carolina

1. N.C. State Fair honors North Carolina's farm families

The State Fair, which ended Sunday, is an opportunity every year to show the value of agriculture to people from across the state and recognize farmers for their contributions.

2. Buncombe County Schools welcomes students and teachers back after Helene

Bus drivers took an innovative approach to safely getting children to school by drawing new bus routes, school district officials said. At least 200 counselors from 45 school districts across N.C. were available.

3. HBCU helping UNC Asheville athletes impacted by Helene

Johnson C. Smith University is opening its gymnasium to the UNC Asheville women's basketball team so the Bulldogs can continue to prepare for their season. UNC Asheville students will resume classes today.

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Editor's Pick - 'We’re going to rise from this': Residents in Swannanoa’s Bee Tree community come together after Helene

The Bee Tree community was one of the hardest hit areas in Buncombe County. Residents of a mobile home park are working to help one another and clean up the flood damage.