# Thursday, July 2: Ager Joins Centrist Pledge + $700M for Helene Recovery + Firestorm Books Sues SC

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Podcast: [Wake Up, Asheville!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wake-up-asheville-7435025)
Published: 2026-07-02T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Ager joins centrist Democratic pledge 'Promise to America' for campaign Analysis: 11th Congressional District will be decided in counties beyond Buncombe A proposed state budget sets aside $700M for Helene recovery Asheville bookstore sues South Carolina Corrections over book destruction policy Asheville-area organizations step up to help neighbors stay cool during extreme heat

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