Asheville newscast: Tuesday, Aug. 19

Today's newscast includes these stories:Helene’s economic toll still weighs on WNC small businesses despite widespread reopenings, a new Mountain BizWorks survey finds.Hendersonville’s Only Hope WNC cuts ties with its founder and overhauls governance after his arrest, pledging tighter safeguards.Asheville needs volunteers to count cyclists and pedestrians that guide safety investments and grant bids.Ceramics maker East Fork sues its insurer, claiming a million-dollar Helene-related payout was wrongly denied.Asheville Symphony rolls out its 2025–26 season, launching with a free community concert.