Still Standing: Celo Commons provides new nexus for South Toe Valley
After Hurricane Helene flooded the historic Celo Inn in Burnsville, NC, the South Toe Valley community saw not an ending, but a beginning. Through a Dogwood Collaboration & Innovation grant, the space is being reimagined as Celo Commons – a vibrant hub for connection, food access, entrepreneurship and wellness. Rooted in resilience and shaped by neighbor voices, this new chapter reflects a shared vision for opportunities and connections in Yancey County…