American Heroes are Rebuilding Bridges from the Rubble Left Behind from the Flood

[@platypus1926]

These volunteers and workers are the type of people we need in Congress and running this nation.

[@Grateful_Grannie]

Great American men! Thank you for serving 💪🇺🇸⭐️

[@RichardCahaninIII]

This song needs to be on the charts! Needs to be played everyday of the rebuild.

[@mairebisnett660]

I kept playing the song over and over. Wow!!! Some of the money from the song itself could help these people tremendously!!! I hope it gets put on the charts. It tells their story!!!

[@carlapoorman8137]

What is the name of the song can't find it anywh!😢😢😮❤

[@carlapoorman8137]

​@@mairebisnett660anywhere! What's the name of this song!❤❤?

[@christianbolt5761]

Country boys and military getting it done. Country strong 🇺🇸

[@JoleneBurger]

The love that is sweeping across our nation is sooo amazing to see in the hearts of people that are volunteering and people that are still giving in all sorts of ways❤️🙏

[@kellymeade4587]

Great to see my friend Eddie Lord from NC, that was helping the guys from Tennessee with his pickup. He’s a good man. Prayers for everybody in western North Carolina.🙏

[@gracefarm394]

I don't know who wrote and sang the music but it was beautiful ❤ I know this is heartbreaking, but thank you for taking us along.❤🙏

[@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669]

In Description Box: written by Rick Mooreland.

[@benjaminbrewer2569]

Says in the description songs by Rick Moreland

[@palanwhitt1]

Description says "Rick Moreland"

[@samw3886]

AI

[@sandraryan2256]

Please tell everyone to send more help to the Hurricanes victims

[@mm2112]

This video brings tears to my eyes. God bless you John for spreading the word that these people need help. Thank u John.

[@elizabethgallaher4705]

Yes ....Thank you so much. Thank you ALL.

[@carmenbecktel849]

Wow these are real men who care! Thank you for posting. Prayers for all the people.😇

[@Cocoa1million]

thank God for Good ol' Boys

[@wanderlodgeownersgroup5]

Heros.thank you.

[@cmd6921]

Amazing Teamwork of Ordinary Citizens w/o govt help!🙏

[@Captain-Max]

Some of my favorite memories are when I was stationed at the Coast Guard base in Elizabeth City and traveled often to the Smokies with my roommate back 50 yrs ago. Such a special place, I weep thinking of all that has been lost, but am so thankful to see the goodness in humanity helping to bring the communities back. Thankyou so much for documenting all those helping.

[@JAMESHOPKINSIBXCNC]

I live about 45 minutes west of Elizabeth City. My sister lived there for a year, she had an apartment there that a lot of Coast Guard members lived.

[@biddiemutter3481]

28:28 I'm in awe of the skill of the CAT operator! (I am listening )

[@kathygirlygirl4109]

Awesome song. Makes me cry when I hear it. Great Job! Thank you to all you hero's who have done anything to help in this horrific disaster.

[@rogertemple7193]

It is really awesome seeing everyone helping out in North Carolina getting things done and i pray that everything will turn out great take care and God Bless You All in NC.☕💓🇺🇲

[@rmarvel169]

Yes it is! I can tell you that you'd never see this where I live! Just another reason I want to live in a beautiful place like this ❤❤

[@kennethmoles4643]

It's going to be a generation before anything up there gets to be kinda normal. Life-changing is the description that fits the best.

[@Iwillnotbepushed]

No words. Just prayers for all of you. Donating where I can.

[@williambillwaynerobertson930]

John I hope and pray that ya stay on this it's the only honest reporting there is. Those guys are American Heroes and Jake is one incredible guy. We're continuing our thoughts and prayers for all in the affected areas.

[@roseport20001]

Yes, agree

[@cindyhamblin5673]

God is sooooo good! God bless these men/women that are helping through this storm! 🙏🤗

[@kateflohr9669]

Thank you Jake for All of your selflessness in helping so many others out,you and so many other groups!! USA strong! God Bless All of you!!

[@wvbonbonqueen]

We were just watching another one of Johns videos on how the storm devastated this area. My one comment is, You can tell it isn't a "government job" because there aren't a lot of guys standing around holding up shovels, like all the government jobs do. Good Job Guys, helping people who have no hope other than the help that volunteers are giving. God Bless you all, for helping all you can.

[@joanmerriken9216]

So true!

[@joanmerriken9216]

That song touches the heart. Wonder who wrote and sang it?

[@nancytodd2215]

Beautiful song i am a musician and he had a awesome voice.

[@BethASmith-m3w]

AWESOME SONG, WHO'S THE ARTISTS. EVERY WORD AMAZING. THANK YOU. GOD IS WITH YOU ALL. ❤

[@TheCrackerBox]

It’s an amazing thing when all the neighbors of different towns and different states come out to help each other. It’s sad when our own government won’t come in there and clean up and help these people.

[@cgonzo1233]

Jake is An Angel With Heavy Machinery ❤ And seeing all the Volunteers Theyre hearing the heartbreaking stories Its 💔 and Heartwarming all at the same time Thank U John for Filming whats really going on ther I will continue to send $ to Jake each paycheck so he can keep on doing what needs to be done ❤Gods Blessing and Protection on All Of His Angels 🙏 and Comfort of All those affected in one way or Another

[@jherndon2u]

Thank you John for documenting this tragedy and then seeing things restored. God bless those that are able to do the good deeds for those folks!

[@sandraryan2256]

Please tell everyone to please send more help to the Hurricanes victims. Need BOOTS ON THE GROUND PLEASE

[@believergurl5423]

Wonnderful true words Rick Moreland in your song. You may have taken all we own but you'll never take our soul. Thank you again John.

[@jennyw1445]

It sounds like the addition is what saved that man and his wife's life. Thank you for videoing this and thank you for the man making the temporary bridge. God bless you all.

[@Spunkiewolf]

GREAT SONG, WHO EVER WROTE IT. SO FITTING. GOD BLESS ALL THE PEOPLE OF NC. AN TO THE HEROS FOR THEIR SUPPORT.

[@carlthacker570]

Pure Aloha!!! True humanity and inspiration. So proud of y'all.

[@tmccormick48]

Thanks for taking us along with you John. I have been through 3 FEMA declared floods. I truly understand. The churches and volunteers are the hero's. I am a retired truck driver if Jake needs a driver. Class A CDL. moved heavy equipment and oversize loads. Drive tri and quad dumps. Thanks for the awesome video John.

[@savedwretch7296]

God bless WNC & all the workers diligently laboring to help those in need. Prayers for all.

[@JB-eg1tb]

An amazing reminder how many good people and supportive community are out there. Thank you for sharing this!

[@jamesblake7338]

Thank you John for documenting all this, it’s heartbreaking but heartwarming at the same time to see everyone coming together! Appalachian strong!

[@kathleendavis2008]

Ty for the journalism and videography/documentation of such a catastrophic event. Everyone there, every donation and every prayer/good energy vibe here IS a model of how Love/Compassion works....in the physical and In Spirit!

[@mossygreenlog]

Thank you for showing us how people are helping out! Great to see!

[@theappalachianchannel]

I appreciate you watching and the support.

[@mossygreenlog]

@@theappalachianchannel FYI, I found out about Hart Square Village through your channel and went there last summer and to this year's heritage festival. I love that place.

[@Sandra-zb4dt]

I've been out in Ashville, and hot springs and other back roads delivering trailer loads of everything we could collect in donations. Every time i met beautiful people that never imagined this could happen to them. Broke and filled my heart to be there. God bless everyone, from Ocoee Tn.

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience. It's inspiring to hear about the generosity of those in the Ocoee area.

[@marcykerr6911]

Hi John , Thank you for your continued documentation, and interviewing the hard working men to restore the bridges that were washed out . Jake from Precision Grading is a amazing person to restore the communities with all his effort and his team. ❤❤

[@danaeverhart6487]

One stone at a time, whatever it takes! Thank-you to all those who have seen the need , and have aided in the efforts!

[@julielefler9747]

I can't believe those homeowners won't let people cross!! That's sad everyone has been helping and fur them to act this way is not exceptable. Let's hope they don't need a thing!!! Praying for all affected. Thank you to the man that did help let them build a way out. Thank all that have helped people affected. I will pray that those people who arent helping see how horrible they look. What's the big deal letting someone cross your property till they get a solution. Thank the man again who helped

[@Commissar0617]

sue em for an access easement

[@elizabethbarberis9058]

I'm in the uk, so this may well be a very naive question - is it possible to get mobile saw mills in there and use some of those downed trees to make log cabins for folks who now have no homes? The cold season is coming on so it may not be viable right away, but that loss of green gold and Autumnal beauty could be a solution. Couldn't it? My prayers go out to you all, those in need and those providing aide. 💜 Mother Nature is so powerful.

[@jordanpetersen8629]

Tree fall from gale for winds is mostly splintered for most of the body of the tree. Certainly some useable but not at any reasonable %

[@lilliancaldwell416]

Excellent idea!!! Ty

[@davidgosnell5901]

Alot of the logs are toxic from petroleum and sewage and other chemicals plus the bark is full of packed mud they would halft to be cleaned

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

The logs have to be removed (topography), sorted by size (many too big), let to dry, peeled, transported to sites, not all trees make good cabins. Sounds good… not really practical.

[@soaring1]

Thank you UK Elizabeth! Great idea. There are groups building small homes in addition to delivering new sheds that are being insulated and living interiors created.

[@baddriver3580]

Thanks to all the Volunteers and to you as well, John!! Thanks for taking us along..... let us all keep praying..... NC, TN and Fla Strong!!

[@armidaperez5360]

Thank you for keeping us updated & letting us know how big the need is ❤🙏for you all.

[@susanmoertle1713]

Praying for NW North Carolina may God comfort all who've lost loved ones and everything, provide your every need, keep you strong to endure and bless yall with a richer future..🙏💔

[@roseport20001]

AMEN

[@cherylhaugen1897]

Proud to know you all through your videos! Proud to see REAL Americans sharing their talents and equipment to help each other! PROUD IF ALL OF YOU.

[@bonniebulow7654]

NC hero’s !!! Common sense and will power! My family is ash county nc !!!

[@CharleneWagner-u7s]

Thank all of y’all from a country girl ❤does my soul good to see this

[@Sarahwhitting3]

God bless these heroes. Real men.

[@DonnaBrowder-do5ll]

John, Thank you for documenting all this good work. Stay safe. Hug Angel for us. Long tietie viewer from Tidewater area of Virginia

[@AStanton1966]

I've been looking to send a donation to NC. Due to this video, I just sent a check to Precision Grading.

[@theappalachianchannel]

If you would like to support Jake's work helping those in need, please mail a check made out to Precision Grading. Your donation will be presented to him in an upcoming video. Jake matches every donation Dollar for Dollar Mail Checks to Shannon Brookshire c/o Jake Jarvis P.O. Box 428 Saluda, NC 28773 John Ward, you can contact me at my email [e-mail]

[@CorrineYoung-d3n]

So many heroes at work, thankyou for helping so many people

[@Dari-b5g]

We greatly appreciate all the hard physical labor to get us back to a new normal. We see miracles happen. Prayers still save lives here.

[@lizbundick6334]

Thank you John! You’re a hero too!

[@sheliaansley]

All these people who have helped…..you have a huge huge part in the kingdom of God! You are Gods hands!

[@robertferguson8087]

Thank YOU John for all you do. You my friend have been a real inspiration to me. Your heart is so BIG that every one of us can feel and hear the love you have for people. Keep up the good work John. Thank you for caring and sharing. May our Lord keep Blessing you. I am thankful for you John. God’s speed young man.

[@Skidderoperator]

Thanks John. Heros aplenty in NC. THANK GOD.

[@mshum538]

Way to go “ Jake “ and the boys, Don’t give it up, don’t never give up ( vinny ) … awesome bridge , 👍

[@margaritaflores3934]

This is what being humble and kind ❤️🙏

[@cjpiper2420]

Awesome song

[@mikeanderson7165]

Beautiful song Precision grading is a awesome company Thank you for sharing this videos ❤

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thank you for watching my videos about NC!

[@luannemccleary5012]

God Bless Each and EVERYONE OF YOU 😔🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️

[@billthomas6296]

Great work John getting the stories out, the true stories. God Bless you and all of those wonderful folks volunteering to help our neighbors over the mountain. Love and blessings from East Tennessee.

[@alkennedy1124]

We need the artist of this song and more ,please of this sing 🎤 song, John, vary beautiful song of what I’ve been saying truth, praise Jesus Christ grace amen 🙏 thanks BigAl California

[@jimmymalone3494]

Thank you for sharing with us and God Bless you all.

[@grammadrm4974]

Nice-God Bless these ingenious men!!

[@peanuts1173]

Such a beautiful song opener. I am amazed how regular American citizens are helping rebuild and volunteering! It's awful to say but this natural disaster and destruction has brought so many good people together! Thank you for the updates John. I'm in NH and truly do not know anyone personally in Appalachia but I care and I feel very helpless but want to help. It is terrible these victims can't get payout so they can rebuild. Ive donated cash as much as I can give and will continue watching and donating. God bless everyone. I say my prayers for all of the victims for strength.

[@bonniemaughan1820]

Thank you John Ward for showing this I am 72 from Pennsylvania I watch these everyday and cry I wish I was able to help, but I am not able to walk very far. And please tell them we are praying for them. Thank you all that are helping GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[@randyorchard5012]

John, thanks so much for your coverage of Saluda. I know that you know, but Jake is a rock star, and there is a special spot saved in heaven for him.

[@RobinCard-t8b]

Amazing work. Praying for everyone 🙏

[@robingastonia9192]

Thank you for helping our mountain community. I know it is greatly appreciated. I do not know what the people in these communities would do without your amazing help. I can't believe the damage left behind from this terrible storm. Please be safe and take care. Thank you again for all of your hard work.

[@BryanStevens-w5e]

Them fellas all working to fix everything makes me proud to be an American.

[@julieshoemake5561]

❤Thank you for sharing

[@ritasmith9553]

Excellent video! I am so proud of all of you!

[@jrae6608]

Thanks for updates. Prayers for all. Good job guys

[@curlyq8744]

This song brought tears to my eyes. You know, the kind that warms my heart and makes me so proud to see humanity at its best, living from their hearts. Taking care of each other and helping each other, especially in times of need! THIS is who we are and what we stand for! Love heals everything!!! ❤❤ We love you all!

[@TRUTH-NEWS-FOR-CHRISTIANS]

Thank you for all of the folks with Great BIG HEARTS, especially those who are helping in this time of need! Prayers are going up for ALL Involved. Rev. Frank McGee ~

[@anniemorrison1250]

Thank you veterans and citizens for coming up to the plate. Government is not responsible and cannot do much for these emergency situations. We have to step up and take care of our own. Bless you all for helping those affected by Helene.

[@josephvalentjr7677]

OUTSTANDING JOB EVERYONE. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️

[@judyhawkins6584]

Getting to see all the people helping rebuild - using their skills and equipment and willingness to work to help put a stranger's life back together, and know how much of it is made possible by small money donations coming in from all over - you're doing great work documenting it so well, and putting it out. And that song is great.

[@CurtSchmidt-t1r]

Love the song. Thank you totally that respond3d to the disaster of Helene. God bless them all. And God bless the people and communities effected. Youare all in our hearts and prayers.

[@dtorrice5101]

May the Lord bless all involved! Really makes one have hope in our country. What a blessing to see! Sending all my hugs and prayers to all these wonderful, amazing people!

[@MarthaRae1]

Thank you so much for this video. The song was beautiful. Please keep the videos going it really gives a good insight to what happened and what's going on. God bless you and God bless the volunteers and donors who are rebuilding.🌿🍁👏

[@RobertCooksey-g1e]

Heroes is right God bless you guys and everyone down there trying to help people out it’s unbelievable

[@cherylsabol387]

God Bless these hero’s..

[@judycoyne7818]

The words in this background song are so fitting!! Sooo much destruction…rebuilding n new road construction plus everything else will take years but one step at a time and lots n lots of patience is needed!!

[@lindaDreadin]

Thx Mr. John for the truth and that song is beautiful! My prayers and giving are continuing!

[@kat.b.3556]

Thanks!

[@theappalachianchannel]

thank you so much for the support

[@Oneof74million]

These men are God sent, the women are amazing and strong. I’m so thankful for the southern strength being shown. What we the people can do together. Prayers for all❤🇺🇸

[@gioiapharo7433]

Your music choices are beautiful ……. WATCHING ….. From Shenandoah VA …… I am educating others on what is happening ……. Mountain People are RESOURCEFUL …….. GOD BLESS YA ALL

[@DeeDeeBirch]

Prayers for the strength, safety and health of all you WARRIORS❣️💯❤️🙏🏼

[@joanneweislocher8540]

Beautiful song🙏and touching video ❤️Prayers‼️✝️✝️✝️

[@IrishTextileCraftsandMore]

So glad there are amazing people out there helping eachother. Wish the government would help them.

[@wandamuir7309]

All of these men or women out there helping are truly heros.They are a God sent. Thank you John , you are a hero also for taking your time to film this and keep us up on what's still taking place up there. The news is sure not doing it.

[@anneprocopio8519]

Thank you for providing contact info. These guys deserve to get paid for their tremendous service.

[@jambocoo]

Even while our evil government and media is doing nothing, the American hero's are stepping up to the task at hand to help ease the pain in this disaster for their fellow Americans. Thank you for keeping us informed of what is really going on.

[@sheeplebeware9511]

Things like this shines a light on how ineffective the federal government is.

[@kathleenthompson3676]

Always remember to put your trust in GOD ALMIGHTY.

[@emilottis3119]

✝️😠😢..but GOD DID THIS !! ..😢😠✝️

[@emilottis3119]

🌪️..Storms are GOD'S HANDIWORK !!..🌪️

[@cindyhamblin5673]

Amen! 🙏

[@IceLynne]

Amen ☝

[@kennethney4260]

Yeah, looks like people and heavy equipment are the ones cleaning up his mess so...

[@PaulGibson-f7x]

I went to uni near there i hsve so many memories of the people and their kindness, im back in the uk now but my thoughts are with you

[@HeidiCancelleri]

Praying for God to comfort all those morning loss of loved ones. Bless those working and helping others

[@rmarvel169]

May our Heavenly Father continue to bless these beautiful people ❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@kennethmoles4643]

God bless each and every one of the people up there bringing those poor people back to a liveable existence. FEMA, Outside Volunteers, Inside Volunteers and the great organizations moving mountains!!! Thank you!!!