BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — Cities in Morganton and Drexel will be receiving over $15 million in federal funding to improve their water infrastructure following Hurricane Helene.
However, Valdese was let out, according to reports from the Morganton News Herald.
This is expected to put a key tri-town water connection on hold.
Without Valdese’s share, the $12 million project cannot move forward.
While officials say they are exploring other grants, the town expects to know if they will get approved soon.
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