Light On Recovery: Mountain Christmas

On this special episode of "Light On Recovery: Mountain Christmas," we focus on the resilience and recovery of small businesses in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee following Hurricane Helene. Join us as we speak with Wendy Kilby, founder of Show Off Logos, a company that enhances business visibility through custom-branded promotional products. Wendy shares her journey of navigating the challenges post-Hurricane, from adapting operations to supporting other local businesses in need. Discover how community support and a little creative swag can make a big difference this holiday season. Learn more about how you can help local enterprises like Show Off Logos bounce back stronger in the spirit of Christmas and community solidarity.

In this episode of "Light On Recovery: Mountain Christmas," we journey to the resilient Burley Stick Farm in Barnardsville, North Carolina, with Morgan, whose family has been taking care of the land for over a century. Following the devastating floods brought by Hurricane Helene, Morgan shares the profound impacts on their cattle farm, from lost hayfields to the emotional toll on the community.

As the Christmas season approaches, this episode not only explores the challenges faced by local businesses but also highlights the incredible spirit of community and recovery. Join us to learn how you can support Burley Stick Farm and other local enterprises during this time of rebuilding and hope.

In this special episode of Light on Recovery, we visit Canopy Ridge Farm, a family-owned business in Lake Lure, NC, that has been hit hard by the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The Light FM's Jeff talks with Andrew about the challenges they face, from recovering flood-damaged equipment to rebuilding their operations. Discover how this resilient community is working to restore their livelihood while bringing joy to visitors through ziplining, UTV tours, and escape games. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about faith, hope, and how you can support small businesses this holiday season.

This episode of "Light on Recovery: Mountain Christmas" features Loretta Ball from the Never Ending Flower Farm in Barnardsville, North Carolina. The discussion highlights the farm's resilience following Hurricane Helene, which caused significant challenges, including flower damage and washed-out infrastructure. Despite setbacks, Loretta and her community demonstrated remarkable determination and faith, establishing a care team to aid recovery efforts in Barnardsville.

Loretta shares how her business, a seasonal "you-pick" flower farm, faced financial losses but turned adversity into an opportunity to serve the community. The care team set up a distribution center at the local elementary school, collaborating with volunteers and organizations to support those in need. Loretta also discusses ways to support her farm, such as purchasing gift certificates for the next season, which help sustain her business through the winter months. The episode emphasizes faith, community resilience, and turning challenges into acts of service.

In this episode of Light on Recovery: Mountain Christmas, we spotlight the resilience of Yancey County, its small businesses, and the incredible community efforts following the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Joined by Elaine Mann from the Yancey County Chamber of Commerce, we discuss the recovery process, how local businesses are bouncing back, and the vibrant holiday events like the Christmas Parade and Merry Main Street. This heartwarming episode captures the spirit of a small-town Christmas and provides ways listeners can support the recovery of these beloved mountain communities.

In this episode of Light on Recovery: Mountain Christmas, Christine Thomas of Physical Therapy Birth to Boomers shares her incredible journey of faith and resilience after Hurricane Helene. Serving over 125 children weekly in McDowell County, her practice faced devastating losses but witnessed God's provision through community support and answered prayers. From rebuilding a therapy center to providing therapeutic horseback riding for children, this episode highlights the power of hope, the beauty of giving, and the miracles found in restoration. Join us to discover how you can support recovery efforts for small businesses like hers this Christmas season.

Join us as we spotlight Old Brick House in Waynesville, NC, and hear owner Becky Trump share stories of community strength, compassion, and creativity in rebuilding after the storm. Discover how local businesses are embracing hope this Christmas season and how you can help bring light and joy to their recovery journey.

In this episode of Light on Recovery, we shine a spotlight on the small businesses of western North Carolina and East Tennessee working to rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Join us as we hear Angie Baldwin of Eagle Country Construction share her inspiring story of faith, resilience, and community support during this season of recovery and hope.

Discover how you can make a difference this Christmas by supporting these businesses and their efforts to restore homes and lives. Together, let’s bring the light of hope to those who need it most.

This episode's focus is on Provisions Mercantile, a community-focused gift shop in Asheville, as its owners, Heather and Matt Wright, share their journey of rebuilding after the storm. They discuss the economic impact, the shift in consumer behavior, and the resilience required to sustain their business and the local makers they support. Their story emphasizes faith, community, and innovation as they find ways to recover and adapt, including introducing initiatives like gift boxes featuring local products. The episode also calls on listeners to support recovery efforts and small businesses during the Christmas season.

This episode highlights the resilience and faith of the Avery family and their Trinity Tree Company as they recover from the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene. We explore how their Christmas tree farm in the mountains became a symbol of hope and renewal for their community. Through stories of loss, recovery, and God's faithfulness, the episode invites reflection on the true spirit of Christmas and offers ways to support small businesses impacted by the storm.