UPDATE on what's Going on with My Journey Documenting the Most Historic Event in NC History

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  • Day 15 in North Carolina: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: the Facts of Helene. that you are not seeing on The Main Stream Media
    Out of the rubble from the bridges destroyed upstream and washed down, one man is rebuilding hope for the hopeless.
    If you would Like to support The Appalachian Channel, make a check to John Ward
    or I have a PayPal account- johngward1472@gmail.com
    Mailing Address
    The Appalachian Channel
    c/o Shannon Brookshire
    P.O. Box 428
    Saluda, NC 28773
    John Ward, you can contact me at my email johngward1472@gmail.com
    Song written by
    Rick Moreland
    #theappalachianchannel #helene #northcarolina

КОМЕНТАРІ • 570

  • @kat.b.3556
    @kat.b.3556 Місяць тому +7

    Thanks!

  • @chmtnwmn58
    @chmtnwmn58 Місяць тому +127

    Listen - who in the world would have been prepared for a HURRICANE in the MOUNTAINS! Good grief people. This is like NOTHING we have ever experienced in this area - TN, NC, SC, VA & GA. Praying so hard for everyone involved - and those directly affected. We were unscathed - and we here in Kingsport are praying and gathering and we will until all of these precious people are settled!! God bless y'all!

    • @sandraryan2256
      @sandraryan2256 Місяць тому +8

      Thankyou. Please tell everyone to send more help to the Hurricanes victims 🙏 NEED BOOTS ON THE GROUND PLEASE

    • @EuleneWages
      @EuleneWages Місяць тому +4

      Amen 🙏🏼

    • @diannabrooks
      @diannabrooks 13 днів тому +1

      Thank you, Shannon, for such a sweet spot for him to roost while helping here. That's wonderful. ❤

  • @MrTiebstr33
    @MrTiebstr33 Місяць тому +8

    God Bless You John. You are telling the truth, and showing the reality that the media does not show. Thank You. ❤

  • @nancy-katharynmcgraw2669
    @nancy-katharynmcgraw2669 Місяць тому +89

    You ARE BLESSED! HEALING TEARS ARE JUST FINE, AS you never know whom your tears of healing will touch!

  • @jameswood231
    @jameswood231 Місяць тому +46

    A man with a Big, Big Heart. TY Sir for all your work and keeping folks informed.😊

    • @FridaKristensen-g4o
      @FridaKristensen-g4o Місяць тому +2

      Hello

    • @joanmerriken9216
      @joanmerriken9216 Місяць тому +3

      Thank you for all the love you’ve given to these people. Our hearts hurt for everyone affected personally. We’re over between NC and edge of TN. Sorry I can only send love and prayers, because I’m a senior that can barely lift a chainsaw. Bless you John for all you’re doing.

    • @diannabrooks
      @diannabrooks 13 днів тому +1

      ​@joanmerriken9216 I can relate with the weight of a chainsaw. That's why all mine are electric. Keeps me in wood all winter, thank goodness.😊

    • @diannabrooks
      @diannabrooks 13 днів тому

      Honey I'm so glad you now have a home base away from home for your RV. Good to hear your dog will be joining you soon. Pleass introduce him/ her to us in a future video or short. That will be wonderful. Take care, sir. I appreciate you.❤😊

  • @shawnmarvin6348
    @shawnmarvin6348 Місяць тому +48

    Grandma and Mom always said " if you have nothing good to say,say nothing at all!" Over the years I believe this more and more! Sending prayers to all hurting people and all the volunteers!!

    • @sonyagraske376
      @sonyagraske376 Місяць тому +3

      My feelings since a young girl. Now , 60 yrs. Old. MY GOODNESS...How do, or did I get to 60?❤

    • @EuleneWages
      @EuleneWages Місяць тому +4

      I was told the same thing, and I live by those words.👍🏼💯

  • @gadiva001
    @gadiva001 Місяць тому +6

    Thanks John for your kindness and willingness to help hurricane victims in NC 🙏🏼 In Georgia we was badly devastated by the hurricane as well. Its good to know you are documenting loss and aftermath of hurricane in Saluda county because this was not expected ❤

  • @phyllispitts6656
    @phyllispitts6656 Місяць тому +37

    Thanks to you and all the Appalachian UA-camrs that are keeping all of us updated. Our prayers are with all of these folk who were affected by this storm! You’re hitting the ones I am most concerned about. Yeah, the towns were hit, but they’re going to be okay. But it’s the backwoods folk, that are inaccessible that I am most concerned about. These are the folk that the main stream media is not showing,or being made aware of. Once again thanks for keeping us updated.

  • @philprescott5460
    @philprescott5460 11 днів тому +4

    Watching this man..This is what it’s called being a human being.

  • @MadameButterfly1
    @MadameButterfly1 Місяць тому +25

    You’ve got a good soul John. God puts his people where he needs them ❤

  • @brendabozeman4476
    @brendabozeman4476 Місяць тому +29

    It breaks my heart . Watching all the destrucson l cant do any thing but pray 82 years old.

  • @lynndasteel8017
    @lynndasteel8017 Місяць тому +31

    I was so touched by your recent video - thank you for allowing us, all over the world, to know, through your eyes and heart, the devastation and the determination of the people in North Carolina, most specifically Chimney Rock, one of my favorite places to go to. I live in San Diego John, and my heart goes out to the people affected by this disaster, AND to you, for your loving documentation of this special place. Lynn

  • @sirgraves56
    @sirgraves56 Місяць тому +12

    God Bless you, Mr Ward

  • @CathyPalmer-qy3rk
    @CathyPalmer-qy3rk Місяць тому +44

    John your channel is a true blessing. Thank you for showing the true story of these precious people. Many prayers for them and you.

  • @lizbundick6334
    @lizbundick6334 Місяць тому +42

    You are such a blessing John!! We are praying for you! For such a time as this God has you there!! Bless You!!!

  • @marcykerr6911
    @marcykerr6911 Місяць тому +19

    Awe so glad you can have your dog with you , you have such a tender heart

  • @wesburnsco86
    @wesburnsco86 Місяць тому +46

    Such a kind hearted man, we absolutely appreciate every thing you do to help!! 🙏❤️

  • @HelenMedlin
    @HelenMedlin Місяць тому +11

    Thank you for your precious time and concern for the families of North. Carolina, God be with all of you!

  • @BR-nl8eb
    @BR-nl8eb Місяць тому +17

    God bless you! No negativity needed in life! 🙏💟☮️

  • @LadyGaonouu
    @LadyGaonouu Місяць тому +8

    Thank you for helping those folks and sharing their stories.❤

  • @rita1259-y5c
    @rita1259-y5c Місяць тому +54

    Thank you for keeping this news alive to keep help going to where it's needed ❤

  • @reneecasey5719
    @reneecasey5719 Місяць тому +10

    GOD BLESS that family for sharing with you!!!!

  • @user-vf9vt6or7v
    @user-vf9vt6or7v Місяць тому +20

    John,
    You're doing the Lords work, I just left NC ,Yancy, Burnsville, Pensacola with Samaritan Purse on my way home to Pennsylvania stopped at RM Brooks visiting with Miss Tiffany and team blessed people. I thank God for ya,ll spreading the word. GOD Speed Sir

  • @charliepc56
    @charliepc56 Місяць тому +15

    God Bless you, John, you and all the relief workers who work tirelessly to help those who need it so much! And, last but not least, God Bless all the victims of hurricane Helene who have lost so much, including those who have lost family members and friends!

  • @lindawaits2679
    @lindawaits2679 Місяць тому +12

    What a blessing. People can be wonderful.

  • @maureenwareham8822
    @maureenwareham8822 Місяць тому +13

    Especially since you have blessed so many people with your beautiful videos, and have really made these mom and pop general stores come alive, and I am sure there are so many people, including myself, that want to come to visit all of these places that you put on video, why not let someone bless you in return? You deserve it, times 1 million.

  • @lorenemoody
    @lorenemoody Місяць тому +13

    Thank you John for what you're doing I'm a black American female in Georgia I sure appreciate what you're doing up there with those people God bless you and everyone there

  • @joqlady888
    @joqlady888 Місяць тому +15

    THANK YOU FATHER GOD for John and all that you have given him......May all of the needs and logistics of supplying those needs come about..lov from South Alabama.

  • @luke7750
    @luke7750 Місяць тому +25

    Thank you for what you’re doing. I work for the utility company and cover all of western NC. Thank God for all the volunteers and the great people in our area that are helping their neighbors out.

  • @pamfyffe8224
    @pamfyffe8224 Місяць тому +30

    Thank you John for your work with all these flooding victims, getting their stories out there, these are strong mountain people, the outpouring of help has been amazing. This is what Americans do, help those in need. It has to be very emotional being there, and I'm so thankful for channels like yours that is sharing what's really going on there, Thank you. So glad Shannon has blessed you with a place to stay, God bless you. Love your channel. 🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸

  • @jamesparham1467
    @jamesparham1467 Місяць тому +38

    thank you for highlighting these people's stories and God bless you on your journey.

  • @jimmymalone3494
    @jimmymalone3494 Місяць тому +14

    Thank you for the true story.I praying for you all and God Bless y'all.

  • @douglasgrosjean4037
    @douglasgrosjean4037 Місяць тому +11

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELPING THEM. GOD BLESS YOU. PRAYERS FROM INDIANA 🇺🇸

  • @joeystrains.9316
    @joeystrains.9316 Місяць тому +18

    You're a good man, may God open doors and continue to bless you there.

  • @kat.b.3556
    @kat.b.3556 Місяць тому +13

    Hang in there John, the people need you to keep telling the story and what is needed as time passes. HUGS from CA.

  • @AcesDman7
    @AcesDman7 Місяць тому +23

    God Bless and keep safe All our volunteers. Thank You Lord. 👍🙏

  • @LauraGratel
    @LauraGratel Місяць тому +13

    My heart an Prayers are for all of the ones up their. May God bless Everyone,

  • @InnocentPhoenix-bw9gp
    @InnocentPhoenix-bw9gp Місяць тому +14

    Its like that in Texas too. Prayers for all you folks.

  • @warrenwilliams363
    @warrenwilliams363 Місяць тому +14

    We don’t know you but we love you brother! Never forget the importance of what ur doing. Thank you

  • @kellyharper7751
    @kellyharper7751 Місяць тому +11

    Those that do God's Work are greatly Blessed. You my friend are truly a God's blessing too everyone and your channel is a blessing too all.

  • @Martha-hy5cf
    @Martha-hy5cf Місяць тому +10

    Thank you to all volunteers! God bless you.

  • @robertf584
    @robertf584 Місяць тому +14

    This storm was of epic proportion. Keep up the good work of documenting the challenges these fine people are facing. God Bless them all.

  • @Susan-r6p
    @Susan-r6p Місяць тому +13

    God Bless you Sir, for what you are doing because if it wasn't for people like you telling us what is going on we wouldn't know because I personally do not believe in the news media.

  • @SlinkyHello1
    @SlinkyHello1 Місяць тому +12

    John, thank you for keeping so many of us informed and connected to the great volunteers who a re doing so much for the people who have been devastated.

  • @junethorhauer6500
    @junethorhauer6500 Місяць тому +11

    John thank you for helping those people . God made us all equal. I enjoy watching your input on this disaster!

  • @luckyduckdigger
    @luckyduckdigger Місяць тому +9

    Hugs to you! You are doing good things. I know it’s hard too. Take care of you!

  • @HildaNethercuttMclawhorn
    @HildaNethercuttMclawhorn Місяць тому +12

    Thank you John for everything you are doing to help these precious folks🙏

    • @HildaNethercuttMclawhorn
      @HildaNethercuttMclawhorn Місяць тому +3

      Bless your heart and soul John, you have tears running down my cheeks 😊

  • @maryjensen1888
    @maryjensen1888 Місяць тому +13

    Thank you supporting the people in Saluda and surrounds

  • @maureenwareham8822
    @maureenwareham8822 Місяць тому +15

    JOHN, I love what your DOING for the NC FOLKS❤

  • @sharonsmith4032
    @sharonsmith4032 Місяць тому +17

    Oh John, you're doing great work. I can see that your heart is broken for your neighbors. What a tragedy for our fellow Americans and our neighbors I'm located in Texas. Take some time and be kind to yourself, I'm sure you've seen much of the hurricane that we haven't on TV or on U-Tube. Your correct though I wouldn't want anyone taking pictures of my family either. Take care of yourself and Angel.

  • @PatriciaNorton-dr4zm
    @PatriciaNorton-dr4zm Місяць тому +20

    I appreciate your coverage. People loving and helping each other.is what Jesus directs us to do

  • @dianeb7420
    @dianeb7420 Місяць тому +10

    Thank you and Bless you for what you are doing John! 🙏💕

  • @mrs.americanmade7452
    @mrs.americanmade7452 Місяць тому +11

    You are such a Kind Gentle Soul, very caring.....I would definitely be crying knowing someone gave my RV shelter ETC and allow my Dog who is like my child.....Thank you SO much for all your documentations, You are a Blessing to so many.....God Bless you John!

  • @deborahkelley4719
    @deborahkelley4719 Місяць тому +15

    John thank you, so much for all you're doing. Those people need assistance. My heart goes out to everyone who has been affected. Sending prayers from VA

  • @joanncrimi
    @joanncrimi Місяць тому +5

    God Bless You 🙏❤️💕 in All Your Work and Videos to help people donate to the right helping hands🙏💕🌅!!!

  • @derrickcarter6400
    @derrickcarter6400 Місяць тому +8

    Sending prayers 🙏

  • @swoozeeq76
    @swoozeeq76 Місяць тому +10

    God bless you for what you do! 🙏😘 Thank you! Continue in prayer for everyone!

  • @Janet175
    @Janet175 Місяць тому +10

    God works in mysterious ways 🙏.. he blesses people with his will to help others.❤❤

  • @markcowhy5246
    @markcowhy5246 8 днів тому +1

    God bless you ❤❤ John stay strong

  • @angelacooper4043
    @angelacooper4043 Місяць тому +11

    God Bless you for being there and sharing your stories ❤❤❤❤

  • @ghostpatriot4754
    @ghostpatriot4754 Місяць тому +22

    God Bless you! 🙏🏼❤️ You are an AMAZING PERSON!!! Prayers my friend!

  • @marcykerr6911
    @marcykerr6911 Місяць тому +10

    Thank you John for documenting and staying where God wants you. You are our news source , because it seems that the mainstream has already moved on and has forgotten to even follow up with how the residents are doing . So much loss of life and emotional trauma . Thank you again , appreciate your updates. I just subscribed to your channel ❤

  • @ronmack1767
    @ronmack1767 Місяць тому +9

    Thank you John for your update. Bless you. Thank you for helping out here in NC. I'm glad you have a great place to park your RV. Be safe and God bless.

  • @1976mcfarlane
    @1976mcfarlane Місяць тому +10

    God bless you all for everything you guys are doing in that region. I'm praying for them daily. 🙏🙏🙏
    We need more folks like you to show the truth to the extreme nature of the situation in that area.

  • @someonesprincess3
    @someonesprincess3 Місяць тому +12

    oh God, bless your heart and the victims. bless all the volunteers and helpers.
    ❤️👍🏼👍🏼🇺🇸🙏

  • @kgvideos2088
    @kgvideos2088 Місяць тому +13

    😢 you got me choked up. Praying for you. Hod Bless you!

  • @robinkey6676
    @robinkey6676 Місяць тому

    Thank you, thank you for all you are doing.

  • @Curly34584
    @Curly34584 Місяць тому +11

    🙏 For All❤️

  • @dpmart3275
    @dpmart3275 Місяць тому +10

    John thanks for posting all of this

  • @trailorhouse
    @trailorhouse Місяць тому +7

    John, thank you so much for bringing attention to this beautiful and devastated part of my state. My wife and I just got back from two weeks volunteering with Baptist on Mission. We were so impressed with with the organization. They will be able to help you with getting all of the information you’re looking for. We were stationed in Boone, however they have 14 different bases spread across the mountains. If you haven’t run across them I’m sure you will soon.

    • @amyperez4536
      @amyperez4536 Місяць тому +1

      Yes! Baptists on Mission has sent several teams to help my friend Maggie. ❤ #savemaggieshouse

  • @sueboyleatboylefamilyhomes6909
    @sueboyleatboylefamilyhomes6909 Місяць тому +9

    🎉🎉 Hugs and Prayers🎉🎉 ❤

  • @tammydaniels170
    @tammydaniels170 Місяць тому +7

    May God continue to bless you. 🕊🙏🏻🕊 Excellent plans with documentation and lists for the volunteers who can then determine who can best suit the needs of these folks. These folks need all the help they can get in restoration and rebuilding. Those mountains are where I was born and lived all but 5 of my 64 years they are my family and my dearest friends. The best folks and most generous people are right there and they need help.

  • @The300mcm
    @The300mcm Місяць тому +10

    God bless you! For all your doing!

  • @overdriveeagle
    @overdriveeagle Місяць тому +14

    Very touching video.

  • @ArtsyGirlsy
    @ArtsyGirlsy Місяць тому +11

    Be safe John! Your videos are remarkable and so heartfelt.

  • @kathypartee3314
    @kathypartee3314 Місяць тому +7

    Thank you James and Shannon ❤

  • @susanloveshuskies
    @susanloveshuskies Місяць тому +10

    Awww your ❤️ heart. Beautiful. Fellow dog person. 🐕 ❤ Thanks for helping the people there. Its heartbreaking and makes me sad the news isn't putting this on blast. Im salty about it, but watching everyone come together is really beautiful.

  • @sheriakers4341
    @sheriakers4341 Місяць тому +7

    You are right that this is the most important thing you will do. So appreciate you documenting this.

  • @ZachRobinson
    @ZachRobinson Місяць тому +7

    Thank you for documenting this event and stay safe out there. Love your channel.

  • @gatormcclusky1
    @gatormcclusky1 Місяць тому

    You are such a blessing to these people. Thank you for ALL the great videos & everything you & your wife do!! I wish I could be there to help.

  • @judymabry1961
    @judymabry1961 Місяць тому +5

    Hugs John. Seeing all of the devestation is extremely emotional. God has you in the right place, bring Angel the next time.

  • @libbygranigan7159
    @libbygranigan7159 Місяць тому

    God bless you and all the workers, volunteers, and especially the wonderful folks that are letting you stay there and for saying you can bring your dog. My prayers are with you all! I am a proud resident of NC and it is just unbelievable ….the devastation!

  • @jheimann391
    @jheimann391 Місяць тому +7

    You do a lot of good for a lot of people John. Thank you for all you do!😢

  • @martinwolfe8066
    @martinwolfe8066 Місяць тому +7

    Keep on keeping on John. God bless

  • @PilgrimofFaith
    @PilgrimofFaith Місяць тому +11

    Good work John, God bless your efforts ❤

  • @PatriciaNorton-dr4zm
    @PatriciaNorton-dr4zm Місяць тому +7

    John if God guides He provides.God is blessing you for your obedience. I will obey His leading when I am able . Having Milton hit my county in FL . So I cannot physically be there I did donate to Samaritan’s Purse.I will continue to pray.

  • @dss3236
    @dss3236 Місяць тому +7

    Thank you Sir ❤❤❤

  • @maureenwareham8822
    @maureenwareham8822 Місяць тому +6

    John thank you for keeping us informed
    I appreciate You
    Very much❤
    I am sorry-You must be beyond exhausted ( for all good reasons

  • @wandajones5479
    @wandajones5479 Місяць тому +10

    You have such a good heart. ♥️

  • @dhanson4698
    @dhanson4698 Місяць тому +10

    Saying prayers for you. Stay strong.

  • @believergurl5423
    @believergurl5423 Місяць тому +4

    God bless you John. Big hugs and prayers for you as you choose to engage and serve in many ways. Thank you for your honesty in sharing.

  • @hbrws813
    @hbrws813 Місяць тому +7

    Thank you for doing the work up there!!

  • @andyferguson8032
    @andyferguson8032 Місяць тому +4

    What awsome work your doing John, God bless you.

  • @jimbarrett5930
    @jimbarrett5930 Місяць тому +21

    If the house was built by a creek 125 years ago in a holler, that was their water supply!

    • @MegaTroyhamilton
      @MegaTroyhamilton Місяць тому +1

      Yes that's true Probly.but in many case the creeks and river moved also

    • @tonymartin4004
      @tonymartin4004 Місяць тому +3

      My grandparent's house was built 40 ft. from a small creek, fed from 2 springs. That water ran into a larger creek, 75 yards from the front porch. I remember the flood water covering the road, I spent my childhood in those creeks, hunted (alone/12 yrs old) in the woods,Great Times.

  • @davidjohannson4364
    @davidjohannson4364 Місяць тому +4

    John, that was a great interview with the Saluda food pantry! I made a donation as a result of your video.

  • @stevehenderson2571
    @stevehenderson2571 Місяць тому

    John … words can’t express … thank you sir … just thank you. 😢

  • @davidhouser4170
    @davidhouser4170 Місяць тому +4

    God bless everyone that's helping out on this effort need your support money donations whatever it takes to get through this and lots of prayers to God bless everyone North Carolina and infected States

  • @dennisthomas4548
    @dennisthomas4548 Місяць тому +5

    Great video John keep up yhe good work God Bless !

  • @mm2112
    @mm2112 Місяць тому

    God bless you John and everyone thats been effected by rhat horendous storm. I am praying for ya all....May God bless you for all that you do!

  • @carolberry8257
    @carolberry8257 Місяць тому +7

    Thank you for all you do.