WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Appalachian Voices, Boone, North Carolina, submitted a public comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) addressing concerns over the agency's proposed repeal of the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units. The letter, which garnered support from 2,360 individuals, underscores the potential health risks associated with the repeal and urges the EPA to uphold existing regulations. The comment letter emphasizes that  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 15 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release on Aug. 14, 2025: * * * Combining Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress projected to save customers over $1B in future costs * Filed today for approval with state and federal regulators, operating as one utility could save customers even more than the $1 billion in cost savings already achieved since 2012 * If approved, no bill or service changes would occur to retail rates before 2027 due to the com  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 15 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy awards $255,000 in economic development grants to support Florida's competitiveness * 20 economic development organizations receive grants to boost Florida's economy, workforce and business growth * Since 2020, Duke Energy and its Foundation have provided nearly $2 million in grants to organizations in Florida in support of economic development * ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Duke Energy and Duk  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is moving to approve a revision to North Carolina's air quality regulations, aiming to tighten how companies measure sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions. The proposal clarifies that burning supplemental fuels beyond what's needed for normal operations cannot be used to meet state emission standards. The change stems from a state ruling that determined North Carolina's existing rule did not prohibit the use of extra fuel to arti  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The Library of Congress issued the following news: * * * Fall Tour Dates Announced for National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett * National Ambassador for Young People's Literature Mac Barnett continues his national tour this fall, sharing his passion for picture books with children and adults alike through his initiative "Behold, the Picture Book! Let's Celebrate Stories We Can Feel, Hear, and See." Mac will visit Elkhart, Indiana; Greensboro, Nort  more

LONDON, England, Aug. 15 -- The Salvation Army International issued the following news: * * * International leaders encourage USA Southern Salvationists to be 'Kingdom influencers' General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham have encouraged and challenged delegates to the USA Southern Territory Bible Conference, held at Lake Junaluska, North Carolina, from 3 to 9 August 2025. * The Salvation Army's international leaders taught and preached on living by the principles of th  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 14 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news on Aug. 13, 2025: * * * Reminder: Secretary Bessent Admits Whatley's Agenda Is A "Backdoor for Privatizing Social Security" DC insider and GOP Senate candidate Michael Whatley's toxic agenda is a "backdoor for privatizing Social Security" and threatening the earned benefits of North Carolinians, all to give billionaires a tax handout. Whatley called the GOP budget plan a "huge win" and the "emb  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Ross, Trahan Lead Members in Calling on NCAA to Promote Gender Pay Equity Following NIL Settlement * Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congresswomen Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Lori Trahan (MA-03) led 8 Members of Congress in requesting clarifications from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) on how the recent settlement in House v. NCAA will impact women's sports. The settlement allows   more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 14 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Stacked Professional Field Set to Race Fast and Chase Dreams Through Streets of Chicago * CHICAGO, IL - Today, the Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced its professional field for the 2025 event. The world's greatest marathoners, including three of the four reigning Bank of America Chicago Marathon champions, will line up to chase vic  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Army has announced the availability of a final environmental impact statement for upgrades at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point (MOTSU), North Carolina. The document evaluates the potential effects of a series of actions aimed at improving the facility's safety and mission capabilities. The projects, which are planned for a six-year period from 2026 to 2031, are designed to address a number of critical requirements. These include explosive safety, water  more