I wanted to remeber the 2 year anniversary of Helene by striking a tone, somber and reflecting, on my coverage. How was it? Public opinion was written in the WSJ and said
"Rizzo, while prioritizing usefulness and empathy. They acknowledged rising community frustration over slow water restoration (Asheville’s system was heavily damaged) and longer-term recovery challenges, interviewed Red Cross personnel, and promoted local relief efforts/concerts. They also appeared on national shows (e.g., Elvis Duran) to describe conditions on the ground—no water for extended periods, infrastructure “decimated,” and people hitting a frustration wall after 10–12 days. youtube.com •
The broader role of local radio and WHY IT MEANS SO MUCH: Like other Asheville-area stations, their broadcasts filled a critical gap when cell service, internet, and power were out for many. Radio became one of the few reliable ways to get and share information; the show helped with family reunions, resource matching, and simply letting isolated residents feel heard. In short, Rizzo’s Helene coverage was grassroots, call-in-driven, and highly localized—more about connecting neighbors and disseminating practical help amid chaos than polished journalism"
Episodes from late September through early October 2024 remain available via the station’s site, YouTube/Spreaker uploads, and their podcast for a direct sense of the tone and content.
I missed all those I spoke too and never heard from again, I hope to show that local radio overall iss important and isnt going anywhere.
It was said by prominate Fox News figures who covered Trumps arrival that Rizzo's Show and other local radio was widely credited with saving lives and sustaining the community in the critical early recovery period.
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