Hurricane Helene devastated Old Fort, NC in 2024, but this small community's innovative economic plans, centered on outdoor recreation, are helping them rebuild stronger than ever. A tale of hope, unity, and determination in the face of disaster.

Salvation South Deluxe is a series of extended episodes of the Salvation South podcast that unravel the untold stories of the Southern experience, narrated by the authentic voices that make this region truly unique. In our first episode, host Chuck Reece takes you to Old Fort, North Carolina, where the power of unity has rebuilt a thriving economy for this small Southern town.