Retired UNC basketball coach Roy Williams helps unveil $5M in new debt relief for Western NC

Posted Oct 5, 2025
During Saturday’s North Carolina vs. Clemson football game, Verizon and ForgiveCo announced an additional $5 million in debt relief for Western North Carolina residents in honor of the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene. The announcement, made alongside legendary UNC basketball coach Roy Williams, brings the total debt relief to $15 million. (WFMY)

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