Jessie Lee
@jessieisheavy.bsky.social
Independent journalist, photographer, and volunteer in the Western Carolinas. Former security supervisor, business accountant, and concert promoter/booking agent.
UNC Charlotte B.A. Mass Media Communication Studies 2018
They/Them/Any/All
UNC Charlotte B.A. Mass Media Communication Studies 2018
They/Them/Any/All
Reposted by Jessie Lee
In South Carolina, tonight: “I have an ectopic pregnancy. It’s on my ovary. They’re making me risk my ovary even though I don’t want to. They refuse to do the surgery.” #ForcedBirthNation
Original Post: www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2yCKENt/
Original Post: www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2yCKENt/
February 19, 2025 at 4:31 AM
In South Carolina, tonight: “I have an ectopic pregnancy. It’s on my ovary. They’re making me risk my ovary even though I don’t want to. They refuse to do the surgery.” #ForcedBirthNation
Original Post: www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2yCKENt/
Original Post: www.tiktok.com/t/ZT2yCKENt/
February 19, 2025 at 4:29 AM
Mitchell County, NC residents were told recently they "should thank their legislators for" approving:
$625 mil in private school vouchers
$500 mil in Helene recovery funds
Mitchell residents responded that they only have ONE private school in the county - and that these income limits are ridiculous
$625 mil in private school vouchers
$500 mil in Helene recovery funds
Mitchell residents responded that they only have ONE private school in the county - and that these income limits are ridiculous
February 14, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Mitchell County, NC residents were told recently they "should thank their legislators for" approving:
$625 mil in private school vouchers
$500 mil in Helene recovery funds
Mitchell residents responded that they only have ONE private school in the county - and that these income limits are ridiculous
$625 mil in private school vouchers
$500 mil in Helene recovery funds
Mitchell residents responded that they only have ONE private school in the county - and that these income limits are ridiculous
🚨 GREER, SC - BE ON THE LOOKOUT for two individuals carrying rifle bags and wearing camo in the trees near Abner Creek schools 🚨
www.wyff4.com/article/spar...
www.wyff4.com/article/spar...
Suspicious individuals wearing camo lead to secure hold at 2 Upstate schools, police say
Two suspicious individuals wearing camouflage and carrying what appeared to be rifle bags were seen near the tree line behind 2 schools in Spartanburg County.
www.wyff4.com
February 10, 2025 at 4:59 PM
🚨 GREER, SC - BE ON THE LOOKOUT for two individuals carrying rifle bags and wearing camo in the trees near Abner Creek schools 🚨
www.wyff4.com/article/spar...
www.wyff4.com/article/spar...
Statement from #BuncombeCounty Sheriff today: "...I am elected to ensure the safety and security of ALL the residents in Buncombe County. WE are a community....My stance is clear and strong that immigration enforcement is not allowed on our school campuses unless forced through a valid court order."
February 7, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Statement from #BuncombeCounty Sheriff today: "...I am elected to ensure the safety and security of ALL the residents in Buncombe County. WE are a community....My stance is clear and strong that immigration enforcement is not allowed on our school campuses unless forced through a valid court order."
UPDATE @ 11:40 - #McDowellCountyNC has given the all clear, no threats located, the courthouse and surrounding streets are back open.
This incident follows a recent call about a school shooting that was found to be a hoax (someone in California was arrested), as well as real wildfires.
#MarionNC
This incident follows a recent call about a school shooting that was found to be a hoax (someone in California was arrested), as well as real wildfires.
#MarionNC
February 7, 2025 at 4:46 PM
UPDATE @ 11:40 - #McDowellCountyNC has given the all clear, no threats located, the courthouse and surrounding streets are back open.
This incident follows a recent call about a school shooting that was found to be a hoax (someone in California was arrested), as well as real wildfires.
#MarionNC
This incident follows a recent call about a school shooting that was found to be a hoax (someone in California was arrested), as well as real wildfires.
#MarionNC
Update at 10:38 from #McDowellCountyNC: AVOID Main, Court, Henderson, S Garden Streets. #MarionNC
February 7, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Update at 10:38 from #McDowellCountyNC: AVOID Main, Court, Henderson, S Garden Streets. #MarionNC
⚠️ Evacuation in progress at #McDowellCountyNC courthouse - see details from the Sheriff's Office below ⚠️
Avoid this part of downtown
#MarionNC by Main Street and Court Street at this time.
You can text zip code 28752 to phone number 888777 to receive automatic alerts from McDowell Emergency Mgmt.
Avoid this part of downtown
#MarionNC by Main Street and Court Street at this time.
You can text zip code 28752 to phone number 888777 to receive automatic alerts from McDowell Emergency Mgmt.
February 7, 2025 at 3:33 PM
⚠️ Evacuation in progress at #McDowellCountyNC courthouse - see details from the Sheriff's Office below ⚠️
Avoid this part of downtown
#MarionNC by Main Street and Court Street at this time.
You can text zip code 28752 to phone number 888777 to receive automatic alerts from McDowell Emergency Mgmt.
Avoid this part of downtown
#MarionNC by Main Street and Court Street at this time.
You can text zip code 28752 to phone number 888777 to receive automatic alerts from McDowell Emergency Mgmt.
Reposted by Jessie Lee
Dammit. @jessieisheavy.bsky.social we have avian flu up near AVL
Nobody is paying attention to things like this because the CDC no longer communicates. The current occupant of the White House broke government. He broke the ability to keep America safe. This is spreading, and this administration plans to pretend it doesn't exist.
828newsnow.com/news/228822-...
828newsnow.com/news/228822-...
Dead bird at Lake Julian Park tests positive for avian flu - Asheville's 828 News NOW
Preliminary tests show a bird at Lake Julian Park had avian influenza H5N1
828newsnow.com
February 1, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Dammit. @jessieisheavy.bsky.social we have avian flu up near AVL
⚠️ #NorthForkFire has grown to 200 acres, 20% contained ⚠️
This is along Hwy 221 in the Woodlawn area of McDowell County, north of Marion. This is separate from the #CrookedCreekFire and #GoodLoopFire.
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#WNCwildfires #WNC #helene #disasterrelief #naturaldisaster #McDowellCountyNC #oldfortnc
This is along Hwy 221 in the Woodlawn area of McDowell County, north of Marion. This is separate from the #CrookedCreekFire and #GoodLoopFire.
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#WNCwildfires #WNC #helene #disasterrelief #naturaldisaster #McDowellCountyNC #oldfortnc
January 31, 2025 at 12:19 AM
⚠️ #NorthForkFire has grown to 200 acres, 20% contained ⚠️
This is along Hwy 221 in the Woodlawn area of McDowell County, north of Marion. This is separate from the #CrookedCreekFire and #GoodLoopFire.
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#WNCwildfires #WNC #helene #disasterrelief #naturaldisaster #McDowellCountyNC #oldfortnc
This is along Hwy 221 in the Woodlawn area of McDowell County, north of Marion. This is separate from the #CrookedCreekFire and #GoodLoopFire.
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#WNCwildfires #WNC #helene #disasterrelief #naturaldisaster #McDowellCountyNC #oldfortnc
There are multiple fires burning right now in a relative close area of #WNC, which may cause confusion -
The #CrookedCreekFire on Bat Cave Rd in Old Fort, NC, is spreading and causing evacuation notices. (See more below)
The #BatCaveFire is controlled and managed by multiple depts at this time.
The #CrookedCreekFire on Bat Cave Rd in Old Fort, NC, is spreading and causing evacuation notices. (See more below)
The #BatCaveFire is controlled and managed by multiple depts at this time.
January 29, 2025 at 7:49 PM
There are multiple fires burning right now in a relative close area of #WNC, which may cause confusion -
The #CrookedCreekFire on Bat Cave Rd in Old Fort, NC, is spreading and causing evacuation notices. (See more below)
The #BatCaveFire is controlled and managed by multiple depts at this time.
The #CrookedCreekFire on Bat Cave Rd in Old Fort, NC, is spreading and causing evacuation notices. (See more below)
The #BatCaveFire is controlled and managed by multiple depts at this time.
Some #OldFort and #LakeLure residents have received notices to evacuate. Strong winds are contributing to the fire.
A temporary shelter has been established at First Baptist Church: 203 E Main Street, Old Fort, NC 28762
Pray for local residents 🙏
#McDowellCountyNC #WNC #wildfire
A temporary shelter has been established at First Baptist Church: 203 E Main Street, Old Fort, NC 28762
Pray for local residents 🙏
#McDowellCountyNC #WNC #wildfire
January 29, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Some #OldFort and #LakeLure residents have received notices to evacuate. Strong winds are contributing to the fire.
A temporary shelter has been established at First Baptist Church: 203 E Main Street, Old Fort, NC 28762
Pray for local residents 🙏
#McDowellCountyNC #WNC #wildfire
A temporary shelter has been established at First Baptist Church: 203 E Main Street, Old Fort, NC 28762
Pray for local residents 🙏
#McDowellCountyNC #WNC #wildfire
#ICE is now authorized to make arrests in in North Carolina in "places where disaster or emergency relief is provided."
Source: @wcnc-charlotte.bsky.social
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#disasterrelief #disasterrecovery #helenerecovery #immigrantrights #hurricanehelene
Source: @wcnc-charlotte.bsky.social
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#disasterrelief #disasterrecovery #helenerecovery #immigrantrights #hurricanehelene
January 28, 2025 at 7:24 PM
#ICE is now authorized to make arrests in in North Carolina in "places where disaster or emergency relief is provided."
Source: @wcnc-charlotte.bsky.social
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#disasterrelief #disasterrecovery #helenerecovery #immigrantrights #hurricanehelene
Source: @wcnc-charlotte.bsky.social
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#disasterrelief #disasterrecovery #helenerecovery #immigrantrights #hurricanehelene
Let yourself feel all of the emotions.
Then pick yourself up and keep moving.
#CarolinaStrong
#AppalachiaStrong
#YallMeansAll
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Then pick yourself up and keep moving.
#CarolinaStrong
#AppalachiaStrong
#YallMeansAll
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January 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Let yourself feel all of the emotions.
Then pick yourself up and keep moving.
#CarolinaStrong
#AppalachiaStrong
#YallMeansAll
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Then pick yourself up and keep moving.
#CarolinaStrong
#AppalachiaStrong
#YallMeansAll
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Do not let people know your current location or your destination. Do not share it of others.
We can get through this. It is going to take teamwork. It is going to take strength and community. It is time to put the memes, petty squabbles, and grandstanding aside. You're in survival mode now.
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We can get through this. It is going to take teamwork. It is going to take strength and community. It is time to put the memes, petty squabbles, and grandstanding aside. You're in survival mode now.
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January 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Do not let people know your current location or your destination. Do not share it of others.
We can get through this. It is going to take teamwork. It is going to take strength and community. It is time to put the memes, petty squabbles, and grandstanding aside. You're in survival mode now.
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We can get through this. It is going to take teamwork. It is going to take strength and community. It is time to put the memes, petty squabbles, and grandstanding aside. You're in survival mode now.
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Write down notes in a physical notebook. Document everything that is happening. Take screenshots and record videos.
Keep a go bag packed and ready to go at all times. Be familiar with multiple evacuation routes. Practice if you have to.
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Keep a go bag packed and ready to go at all times. Be familiar with multiple evacuation routes. Practice if you have to.
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January 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Write down notes in a physical notebook. Document everything that is happening. Take screenshots and record videos.
Keep a go bag packed and ready to go at all times. Be familiar with multiple evacuation routes. Practice if you have to.
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Keep a go bag packed and ready to go at all times. Be familiar with multiple evacuation routes. Practice if you have to.
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Research food pantries and other resources in your area. Get info out to the community. Ration meds best you can, make sure steroids are tapered off.
Research medicinal herbs and diets. There are legitimate scientific sources to help you navigate this; don't fall for everything you see online.
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Research medicinal herbs and diets. There are legitimate scientific sources to help you navigate this; don't fall for everything you see online.
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January 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Research food pantries and other resources in your area. Get info out to the community. Ration meds best you can, make sure steroids are tapered off.
Research medicinal herbs and diets. There are legitimate scientific sources to help you navigate this; don't fall for everything you see online.
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Research medicinal herbs and diets. There are legitimate scientific sources to help you navigate this; don't fall for everything you see online.
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Actual text from House Resolution 7 - Recognizing the importance of access to comprehensive, high-quality, life-affirming medical care for women of all ages.
Read the full text at www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
Read the full text at www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
January 28, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Actual text from House Resolution 7 - Recognizing the importance of access to comprehensive, high-quality, life-affirming medical care for women of all ages.
Read the full text at www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
Read the full text at www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
Yes. It was a Nazi salute, and calling it a dab or a stim or a reach or a stillshot taken out of context is not fooling anybody anymore.
Posted to raise awareness about public actions taken by a political figure during a rally. This man helps write the executive orders that #DonaldTrump signs.
Posted to raise awareness about public actions taken by a political figure during a rally. This man helps write the executive orders that #DonaldTrump signs.
January 22, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Yes. It was a Nazi salute, and calling it a dab or a stim or a reach or a stillshot taken out of context is not fooling anybody anymore.
Posted to raise awareness about public actions taken by a political figure during a rally. This man helps write the executive orders that #DonaldTrump signs.
Posted to raise awareness about public actions taken by a political figure during a rally. This man helps write the executive orders that #DonaldTrump signs.
Thank God 🙏 NO THREAT LOCATED at #McDowellHighSchool according to authorities, after a possible shooting was reported.
#MarionNC #McDowellCountyNC
#MarionNC #McDowellCountyNC
January 21, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Thank God 🙏 NO THREAT LOCATED at #McDowellHighSchool according to authorities, after a possible shooting was reported.
#MarionNC #McDowellCountyNC
#MarionNC #McDowellCountyNC
Facebook said they would restrict my account for 2 days with no explanation given at all. It was restricted for about 12. This was during the two weeks before the election.
I'm glad to be here instead.
I'm glad to be here instead.
Facebook suspended my main account, one that I've had since 2011, because I'm apparently "impersonating" someone just because I'm trans. I can't even use messenger.
January 21, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Facebook said they would restrict my account for 2 days with no explanation given at all. It was restricted for about 12. This was during the two weeks before the election.
I'm glad to be here instead.
I'm glad to be here instead.
Honored to be one of the first folks targeted by executive orders on Day One 🥳 I wasn't about to look to a bunch of repressed old rich men for validation just because someone else voted for them, hoping they'd lower taxes or egg prices. (As if these men have any clue what affordable egg prices are.)
January 21, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Honored to be one of the first folks targeted by executive orders on Day One 🥳 I wasn't about to look to a bunch of repressed old rich men for validation just because someone else voted for them, hoping they'd lower taxes or egg prices. (As if these men have any clue what affordable egg prices are.)
Was it about 12 hours or so that #Tiktok was down? Because it took minutes for folks to seek out the largest #socialmedia networks they could, tried to immediately fill that void, and then became irritable and started lashing out when it still wasn't enough.
No joke, these are withdrawal symptoms.
No joke, these are withdrawal symptoms.
January 20, 2025 at 4:19 AM
Was it about 12 hours or so that #Tiktok was down? Because it took minutes for folks to seek out the largest #socialmedia networks they could, tried to immediately fill that void, and then became irritable and started lashing out when it still wasn't enough.
No joke, these are withdrawal symptoms.
No joke, these are withdrawal symptoms.