After the Hurricane Asheville Small Business Owners and Artists Dig Through the Mud

[@veronicadoggone5660]

I grew up in Florida, lived in Alaska, lived in Japan, lived in Arizona. From hurricanes, typhoons, earthquakes, fires, heatweaves and blizzards... it's been a wild experience. But always... people rebuild, together. Oldtimers and new comers, the roots regrow and the new life takes hold. Don't let anyone tell you we are a divided America. We are a diverse America, United.

[@marylouise890]

And wemust stay thisWaY!

[@Janice-w9b]

We are America 🇺🇸 United we Stand. We will rebuild. God Bless All of us. Love you America 🇺🇸 ❤😊

[@Flippin_Crazy]

I will not be divided from my fellow American people not matter who says what. Florida citizen.

[@coreenaburke5378]

❤

[@BethEmily763]

Thank you for doing this Jason!!! Without you homesteading KZbinrs, we would know nothing!❤

[@Cthomas5678]

I agree I’ve seen more of the truth from the KZbinrs ❤🙏

[@jackiebinns6205]

Its all over the news ???

[@kimruff7133]

Thank you Jason of sow the land for sharing the truth of this Hurricane Helena I do believe that this Hurricane was done by cloud seeding Harrp geoeingine weather manipulation ‼️ Research it Jason they used it in the Vitamam war ‼️ You will not get this from News outlet ‼️

[@SagebrushRambles]

I learned what I know about Helene and the damage from a local guy there who lives right up the road from Asheville. Jason is the only homesteader type channel that I've seen actually go there. It's also all over the news.

[@SagebrushRambles]

@@jackiebinns6205 it is yes lol.

[@sandraboleski7006]

Better than any news media coverage. Real people dealing with a real catastrophe. Thanks Jason!

[@SundryTalesOfConstance79WESTY]

My heart goes out to everyone affected. Thanks Jason for taking the time to document this event

[@franka2743]

Is your heart going to somehow help ?

[@marylouise890]

@@franka2743May I say yes to your comment. Jason’s video could make a big impact on this terrible thing that happened to a lot of beautiful people 😊

[@kookietherapy9398]

Very REALISTIC Inside Perspective, since mainly we are only seeing the outside of buildings.😲

[@kathypaaaina3953]

​@@franka2743Aloha hugs 🤗 some people can't help if they are not physically fit nor in a position to help. I can't fly there prayers are all I can do.

[@kathypaaaina3953]

​@@marylouise890Aloha hugs 🤗 what are you doing Im in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Prayers is all there us heart felt prayers. I Know we have a special area in our tithing.

[@LifeintheWildernessAK]

And this is why I follow and support you guys.... Other channels are making self serving content and you guys are making a difference and helping....

[@turbot_]

This should be pinned.

[@MoonbeamAcres]

@ 13:52 a Young man from north Texas is shown saying hello and introducing his work buddies. :::::waving to that young Man ::::: I'm in Denton Texas and I am SO VERY PROUD of you going there to help those people and representing north Texas! We're proud of you back home! Stay safe hun!

[@texasoutlook60]

Yep, Texas Proud!! Prayers for all affected and rescue/recovery people!

[@vanessarheadart9708]

To here him say he was there because he watches you guys and the Rhodes family made me cry and I DON'T CRY. 🥰😢🥰

[@trentonjunginger-vm2xi]

Was born in Denton in 89! Would love to see how much it’s changed since then. I’ve been gone 24 years

[@charlenefoster6779]

My heart just breaks for all these people whose lives were torn apart!

[@AdrianLesage]

Like the NATIVES??

[@Catalina58601]

wow, this was the video that showed me the most damage. It's hard to comprehend until you see the water line and mud and ruins. But even then, it's unfathomable. I am so very sorry to everyone.

[@sminer8257]

Your video brought me to tears . Men would travel all the way from Texas and Utah! Love our Americans

[@SagebrushRambles]

And women.

[@LordLOC]

@@SagebrushRambles Yeah, not sure why "men" were specifically pointed out, though I can take a guess but I'd rather not.

[@patstone3018]

Thank you, Jason for doing the interviews. I’m happy to know of some of the local businesses and their Go Fund Me pages. Stay strong, Asheville!

[@pamelam1500]

Thank you for shining a light on the horrible devastation of this hurricane. I donated early on to Samaritan’s purse and continue to pray for all of the region. It just breaks my heart.

[@juliachristian1634]

Thank you for being a citizen reporter. My heart goes out to all that are suffering and trying to rebuild. 🙏🏻

[@mamajbv]

I am super impressed with your ability to interview people! Your a natural

[@mattdelany6799]

You’re a natural. Not your. No charge for my wisdom.

[@mamajbv]

@@mattdelany6799 I know how to spell it. I was talking not typing and did not realize it was spelled incorrectly until I had already hit post

[@mattdelany6799]

@@mamajbv I thought females could multi task.

[@lucyarumsey7262]

Yes, I agree

[@TeresaEdwards-kw3np]

@@mamajbv It happens!

[@hollyditzler6274]

Thank you Jason for taking some time to document the tragic events of flooding in North Carolina. ❤

[@deborahh2165]

Thank you so much for being there and showing us! Not in a "rubber necking" kind of way, but really sharing people's stories. I like being able to donate to a direct person so this helps!

[@SeedSowerMichele]

Thank you for covering these stories, Jason.

[@coolcat7918]

Months after hurricane Michael is when a lot of people started having mental health problems.in the beginning everyone was so busy just trying to survive it doesn't really start to show up till everything started to slow down.for me it changed everything,it's been 7 yrs this month.look out for each other,I wish everyone that's been affected by this good luck and know it will better❤

[@lucyarumsey7262]

🙏♥️

[@TeresaEdwards-kw3np]

@@lucyarumsey7262 ❤🙏

[@josephrega6102]

Hard to believe Michael was seven years ago.

[@caitlin6983]

Yeah, I’ve been wondering about this…when you slow down (and you must!), and all the helpers from other places go home, and this is “your life now”…that’s when you’d actually have the time to feel the loss 💔

[@katethielmann4244]

This is what I have been thinking No thriving just striving to assemble and move forward. Much PTSD and mental health issues will develop.

[@kkeenan536]

Thank you for sharing and keeping this tragedy out on social media. Too often, (with traditional media), these events are heavily covered for a couple days and then forgotten. Samaritan’s Purse is doing great work in all areas affected by the hurricanes and are based right there in Boone, NC.

[@wendyburston3132]

Samaritan's purse is the best!

[@kathleendanford9420]

Yes well I had to start digging to find the latest videos, even those I subscribe to.

[@kathleendanford9420]

Yes well I had to start digging to find the latest videos, even those I subscribe to.

[@kathleendanford9420]

Already hearing the government vultures are already moving in. Condeming and forcing folks out.

[@tracym8952]

I'm in asheville and you drove around areas I've seen my whole life and barely recognize anymore. This experience has been horrifying and I'm grateful for everyone who came to help.

[@peanuts1173]

Thank you for being at ground zero and sharing. I have been following all the stories of the area. I am from NH and feel helpless and wish I could give more to all of the fundraisers I have seen. It’s your coverage that is making a difference. . It is amazing how the community has come together. I will be sharing.

[@deborahlawing2728]

Prayers are needed for all affected and they don't cost you anything. Please continue your support in this way if you feel led. Prayer is powerful. Thank you in advance.

[@coreenaburke5378]

​@@deborahlawing2728I will keep praying for you all it's so awful. God is good.

[@sewlovelym7361]

Thank you for sharing this. It is absolutely devastating and a living nightmare. God bless all those assisting. God bless you all!

[@marylouise890]

Amen

[@karenzorn773]

Thank you Jason for taking us along to see what is going on with Asheville. Really appreciate this footage.

[@MsFuruodden]

The best video I have seen from the catastrophe . We had a catastrophe like that in the valley I grew up in Norway in 2014. It took about 3 years to recover, with a lot of help from the government. Now it’s almost as beautiful as it was before. ( Flåm)

[@TeresaEdwards-kw3np]

How encouraging! This is so nice to hear.

[@Flippin_Crazy]

Thank you. I live in Florida and if it wasn’t so damn cold there, I would move there. 😊

[@Flippin_Crazy]

Oh. Btw. Norway is a socialist Democracy. Just in case y’all didn’t know. Great country. Takes care of its people.

[@kookietherapy9398]

​@@Flippin_CrazyNorway is a MESS!!!

[@TDiem-vh9zv]

@Flippin_Crazy what do you think SS, Medicare & Medicaid are? All socialist programs. Does Norway take care of the rest of the world? Who comes to USA rescue in time of need? Maybe USA should be a populist country like Norway 🤔

[@Miguel195211]

Thank you Jason for going into the community so we away from the hurricane can see what’s going on.

[@theIAMofME]

It's so incredibly, overwhelmingly sad. ❤ & 🙏's. Dear God, how do people come back from this? Not just the business owners but, those who have lost EVERYTHING.

[@normfromhawaii1173]

In one hurricane in Hawaii, some areas of the Big Island didn't have power restored for three months. My area was phenomenally fortunate to be without power for only six days straight. Our water company back then had recently installed emergency generators so at least we had safe water to drink even when the power as out. My on-demand, self-powered, propane water heater provided our home hot showers and cleaning water even with no power to the building. I thank the Lord for the 8000 FEMA workers in NC and all throughout FLA and others on the ground making recovery move forward. With Aloha...

[@TheModernCanary]

My heart goes out to all affected! I have mold illness (CIRS) and take exposure very seriously. Please protect yourself whenever you can from the toxins.

[@robint7349]

Justin, you did a better job of showing the devastation than the MSM. You humanized it. How these little antique malls are their own little close knit community/families. They'll get through this. the love and caring that your video showed, they've won half the battle already.

[@TracyJensen-i1y]

MSN is no news media. No one watches them any longer.

[@CharlesGann1]

West End Bakery you guys are amazing. Wow

[@Flippin_Crazy]

Did they do a go fund me??? Let me know.

[@JSMTH88]

One of my biggest takes from this disaster is the necessity of better stand alone communication systems among homesteading and rural communities. Went and got licensed for ham radio license this week.

[@coreenaburke5378]

Good idea.

[@bonnied3550]

Thank you Jason, “Sow The Land” for taking the time to go into Ashland and speak to individuals, who’s businesses were directly affected by this catastrophe event😳😬😢

[@diannemiller4754]

Thank you Jason for keeping these business and city in your viewers eyes. It reminds us to pray and how to support your community.

[@otherbro156]

Thank you Jason for getting the real stories of real people out for o9thers to see. Our prayers are with everyone effected by this tragedy.

[@lindapeterson2684]

You are an excellent interviewer Jason…Best depiction of the area and people yet….

[@Flippin_Crazy]

It is, and I’ve watched a lot of them.

[@oldoutdoorman6648]

Thank you for being you, I started watching your videos, about two weeks ago I know you had your wood work in that one store you showed, I can verify that you are the real deal not doing this for taking advantage of people's hardship, again THANK YOU

[@rogercowles]

Far and away the best video like this that I've seen. You've done a great service. Thanks for what you do.

[@englishgreenbackyardsustai6902]

😢 heartbreaking to see damage done by hurricane Helene and hope for America to recover

[@tracyboyd4867]

Thankyou for a real look at ashville and the real ppl going through the devastation jason...😮

[@mskippi]

My heart is there with you and everyone affected by Helene. Thank you Jason for showing us the raw damage.

[@MossCottageMarket]

This video breaks my heart. My husband and I were in Asheville for an anniversary trip the second week of September. We walked at the river park, took the French Broad Chocolate factory tour and spent at least two hours at Marquee. I told everyone they have to go to Asheville and they have to see those places. Looking at what's left of the park and Marquee is so sad.

[@freecalkid]

So grateful to be able to see the reality of what has happened. Such a tragic ending to all these people's hard work.

[@sinfulsympathy]

Man, Jason, watching you walk through there is like watching a post apocalyptic movie after math. Thank you for showing the human toll this has taken, not just on media with political people yelling.

[@carlapierle8623]

Continued prayers for all of those affected by this flooding! The need is so great and recovery could take years. And sadly, it sounds like most people didn't carry flood insurance because it has never been an issue in these mountain towns. Thank you for keeping the spotlight on this, Jason!

[@shawnmarvin6348]

So so sad for ALL the people/ individuals 😢. Prayers to ALL EVERYWHERE!

[@Fehrfamilyhomestead]

Thank you for sharing this, My church from Ontario, Canada is sending 3 groups of 10 people through Samaritans Purse to help with clean up in North Carolina.

[@roymaddocks3184]

Huge appreciation to you folks from another Ontarian

[@lucyarumsey7262]

Thank you, Jason, for sharing the stories of the people & places you know. We will be praying for them & for new beginnings in miraculous ways.🙌

[@honiebird3789]

So well done Jason. Thank you for keeping this alive. Everyone needs it ♥

[@Dee.C]

My thoughts n prayers for all who lost lives, families and businesses . This video broke my heart.

[@042509am]

Thank you for showing this!! Feels like the news is just sorta skipping over it. God help these people and this land. So heartbreaking but so, so heartwarming to see people helping each other!

[@imogenethomas1138]

Jason, please keep putting the word out! People who aren’t there to see the situation may quickly forget how bad it really is. Thank you so much.

[@patriotsweetie]

Thanks Jason for showing us the area. Grindstone Ministries are in Jonesboro area helping the people in the mountains in TN and WNC. They are also an excellent group to give to. THANKS AGAIN ❤

[@UprightFarms]

Cheers to @grindstoneministries (Spiro, OK)

[@TheresaPowers]

Thank you Jason, for keeping us informed. It is devastating what has happened. One thing I noticed is that that area you showed us seemed to be rife with colorful murals on the buildings.

[@KarenRolling]

Thank you Jason. I'm so glad that you did this video. I just got this video today. Glad you,Loraine and your daughter are doing ok.

[@patriceg1100]

Jason, during the Homestead Shoptalk session you were wondering if you should do this. The answer is an absolute YES. I am glad you did. Thinking of all organizations I could donate to, you brought us a very personal view for these folks. Thank you for including the GoFundme sites as well. God bless everyone as they work through this crisis. Special blessing for the Westend Bakery, these are some very strong & giving individuals. Keeping everyone in my prayers!

[@jayneward6649]

It's very sad, to see such devastation 😢 my heart goes out to everyone who lost there lives, their homes & businesses 😢😢😢

[@AlpacaMade]

Thank you Jason, you did an outstanding job of showcasing the area, as it is today. Special thanks for updating the #WestEndBakery story. They are doing a wonderful thing👏😊

[@rosewright9451]

After watching you and all the other people that have done videos before and after the hurricanes I can't imagine how you will get back to "normal", the word devestated doesn't even cover what you all are going through. Prayers to everyone who is going through the poop.

[@turbot_]

Supported that bakery they seem so tired but awesome. And that store lady said FEMA... I'm tired of the negativity and misinformation . No one knew this would be THIS bad... It's great to see all these different people and organizations working together.

[@AB-ol5uz]

they didnt' know it was going to be that bad ahead of time but there are multiple military bases within 2-4 hours of there that could have been deployed within 24 hours of the storm passing through - including 82 airborne.

[@DD-ok2pt]

@@AB-ol5uz The FEMA declaration was signed four days before the storm hit, this type of disinformation is only harming those who need help the most. In one interview, a man.who lives cross country, tearfully explained that he couldn’t convince his father-in-law in NC, who had no food, to seek FEMA assistance because he believed false claims that FEMA would seize his home. There have even been reports of FEMA workers being attacked while trying to offer aid. It seems talking about the help FEMA, international assistance and national orgs on the ground are providing is taboo. No one is being forced to accept federal assistance. If you don’t want it, fine-send back the initial $450 million allocated to North Carolina and refuse the billions that are sure to follow. Put it back in the pot for future disasters elsewhere. No one wants to beg to help you if you don’t want it.

[@chaulzebrown9884]

What day after the event were they deployed or shown up?

[@lauraquigley6403]

Thanks Jason! I am subscribed to several utuber’s that live in the area & other’s that went to help save lives! Thank God for utube or I never would have known where to donate like Save Our Allies w/Tim Kennedy who was boots on the ground with his volunteers! Mold is so toxic to breathe & people aren’t aware. There are millions of people every yr affected by mold toxicity! These ppl are on fb & only functional Drs know how to treat ppl to remove it from their bodies! Every one is affected differently by mold which makes its 40 symptoms difficult to diagnose!

[@UprightFarms]

would like to help connect local farms, KZbinrs and other local businesses & nonprofits. It's going to be a long haul.

[@henrymorgan3982]

Thank you for showing the world the Great People of America.

[@denisemusicnut]

It’s heartbreaking to see the devastation, both in property, and in people’s lives. I was in the area seventeen months ago, and stayed at the Comfort Inn Biltmore West. The Asheville area was so beautiful, I was making plans to revisit when I had more time to explore. The River Arts District is exactly the kind of place I would have liked to visit. Thank you for sharing these stories. They provide the perspective that this wasn’t just a natural disaster, but a very human one. It is encouraging to see people doing what they can to help. It’s going to take a lot of help and time to restore some semblance of normal. I hope to return as soon as it is feasible!

[@ritasnider2998]

Jason you did a great deed for these people. Thank you

[@Lauren-hc7dc]

I can't even imagine going through that. Ive been praying for all of you.

[@OldPreppersParadise-kb1ej]

Praying for those affected by the recent storms.

[@miephoex]

I knew you had the heart! Just don’t drown in the misery Jason. It will slow you down. Take care. 🙏😘

[@Simplypallets]

We are here with you neighbor. Love From Marion. Praise God we all are alive from this.

[@gypsyheartsouls]

Heartbreaking! Thank you for giving us this "reality" perspective, and allowing these people to voice their experiences... perhaps helping to soothe their trauma. Love and Blessings. 💜💙💚💫

[@peterscalata]

Thank you I'm from North Carolina on the other side of Winston-Salem I am so sad and I've seen everything on the news but it was so nice just see exactly what's going on and how people are helping people well in people from all around the country we're all americansyou know and thank you for showing us that I appreciate that I've been a fan from you guys sense like the way beginning when you're in California

[@MrFranKane]

My heart and my families goes out to the people. love from Ireland

[@nancysnead5132]

I JUST CRIED & THANKED JESUS WHEN I HEARD THE GUY SAY A MAN CAME FROM UTAH & HOUSTON, ETC. JUST TO HELP DIG THESE FOLKS OUT OF THIS FLOOD/ HURRICANE. WHAT A BLESSING!

[@cassityart7001]

Thanks Jason. So sad to see this but also great and hopeful to see people helping from everywhere. Will check out the donation links. 🌞🌱❤️

[@AZJH8374]

Jason, this is not the way we wanted to see the town that you & Ben left Cali for! I'm heartbroken 💔 😥 for you & all affected by these hurricanes 🌀 and tornadoes 🌪 God bless you all and many prayers 🙏🏻 Nurse Judi, in AZ 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@TeresaAlley]

My granddaughter and her boyfriend were in West Jefferson NC and the devastation there was so bad. They got out finally, but some didn’t make it, so heartbreaking!! 💔 😢🙏

[@rebeccaharbison1050]

Friends and family members live there .can you give any other information

[@CatheyLunsford]

EL nin.yoninya

[@CatheyLunsford]

Theresanother one on its Way Evacuate now pass the Word

[@Sharon-Me]

I have sent what I could financially but my positive thoughts and prayers will continue for all the people that are still dealing with all of the negative consequences from the hurricane!!!

[@jeanniestubblefield5877]

Jason, you did a great job with this video. My heart just breaks for these people. Praying for their renewal.

[@helencline5768]

Jason send this to your other channels.❤ I LIVE IN THE CITY, WE ARE FINE JUST NO WATER, WHICH IS AWFUL. ❤❤❤❤

[@deborahlawing2728]

You are definitely one of the fortunate. Not everyone in the city limits has power. I am expecting a couple at my house tomorrow, in Leicester while I am in town volunteering , to take hot showers and do some laundry. I'm in the county so once power was restored, I had water because I have a well. I feel truly blessed. Just be thankful that you ARE okay.

[@DLBard-bv2nd]

Thanks for getting the news out about the level of damage in the area. We had no idea just how badly everyone was impacted. Our prayers are with you all for restoration as quickly as possible. God bless 👍💖🙏

[@nadineduerksen6556]

Thank-you for giving us the opportunity to see real life there.

[@thecognitivedissonant3606]

It's almost indescribable. Peace and blessings to all affected by this disaster and to all of you working and fighting back in the area ❤🕊

[@zzydny]

Thank you for telling this story that needs to be told. It looks so familiar to me--I've never been to Asheville but I remember what it was like here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast after Katrina. It's so painful to endure a natural disaster like this, and it takes a long, long time to recover. Keeping prayers and good hopes for everyone to stay strong.

[@lasalleny]

Jason, your video report here demonstrated how disastrous the flooding was in North Carolina. We had a really terrible flood in Delaware County NY in 2006 but this is clearly so much worse. My heart goes out to all the victims.

[@j.a.0088]

I remember when you and Lorraine had a shop in Asheville , this at the moment looks surreal , total devastation. Our prayers are with all of you , people of NC , and all of those affected by hurricane . Keep faith 🙏 . God can make everything new , better than it ever was . That's our prayer .

[@lynnhavili5332]

Jason thank you for sharing the video of how things really look. Bless all the local people!

[@carolwoodward6141]

My granddaughter and her family live between Saluda and Asheville. They are safe. Dealing with the circumstances like everyone else.

[@TXNLaurenMcN]

Bless you for doing this! I know the people you talked to will appreciate what you're doing for the community, Jason.

[@MeganWalsh-f7p]

Thank you for sharing our experience Jason! We appreciate all you are doing for the Asheville and surrounding communities ❤️🙏🏼

[@deltorres2100]

So glad folk from Texas there to help ….👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@barbaraslayden2277]

So sad what water can do as Americans to see how we do come together ❤️ thanks for sharing I've been watching and praying 🙏 love from Virginia ♥️

[@IAmWithinEverything]

Keep these stories coming. This can happen anywhere anytime apparently 😳.

[@sultanciarra11]

Did the bakerys' Go FundMe and hope it helps. Thank you for listing the links.

[@gnomeacid5399]

I do not generally comment on videos but.... you make one HELL of a reporter.

[@SuperPeacerose]

Thank you for bringing us along. We appreciate you.

[@avahunkler4074]

You've done an excellent job showing it Jason.

[@judythymian3469]

Jason you did a wonderful job. Oit opened my eyes 🙏💞🙏

[@SusanHilesCreates]

Thank you for sharing this Jason. My heart and prayers go out to all affected by Helene. Stay safe and stay strong. 🙏🏼

[@tammysarrazin-ux9tv]

im so sorry for all these small business's that went under due to the Helene damage and now this Milton coming is scary too hugssssssss

[@Kim_p_Baby]

Thank you for making this video! I believe it’s so important for people to see and hear the stories of the local community. Continued prayers and support for the people affected by this storm.

[@marcyhannah4812]

May God bless these people with more than they had,…❤

[@Romans1118]

Jason! Thank you so much for going into the 'war zone' to show us the damage and getting to hear from those impacted! Thank you too for the links to support. It has been so hard watching but unable to go and help in person but you have been the boots on the ground for us. I will be donating and continuing to pray for everyone. You are a hero IMHO.

[@markpashia7067]

Thanks for doing this and making folks aware and doing it in a non-political way. Any survivor of a disaster like this will tell you the best part is how Americans come together and help each other at times like this. They will also tell you that it will never be the same and few if any will be made whole again. However they also say it comes back better than before and the losses will be less than they thought in the moment. I went through two tropical storms and a cat three hurricane in one year back in the eighties and it felt devastating in the moment. The eye of the hurricane came straight over my house five blocks off of Galveston Bay at 130 plus winds in the eye wall both times. It was miserable going for weeks without power or water. Everything was hard and hot and sweaty in August. We got flooded in the house all three times. You clean up, and wait for the insurance check, do all the work of rebuilding and a few months later it is gone again. But the strong will get it done and keep going. Back then we did not have Go Fund Me and such but people pitched in. There is no Red America, no Blue America, there is only The United States of America. Or at least that is how it should be. One thing I will say is document everything and apply for all help ASAP. Most of those small businesses will need their insurance of course but that is never enough. They will not get much from FEMA except personal help but they should get ZERO INTEREST LOANS from the SBA if they want to rebuild and restock. Just ordering in and restocking inventory is a huge burden if you have to borrow from a bank at today's rates, but it is much easier with SBA loans and grants. Is the paperwork a pain? Absolutely! But is it worth it once on your feet? Definitely. Build back better and certainly higher. This will happen again at some point. Every year of my life has new record high water somewhere. We can no longer look to historical records to predict the future. Sorry but that is reality everywhere.