RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 16 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Stein and DEQ Announce $6 Million to Reduce Flood Risks in North Carolina * Today in Marshall, Governor Josh Stein announced $6 million in grants from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Flood Resiliency Blueprint program to help reduce flood risks across the state. The announcement includes projects to restore the French Broad River Ba  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 17 -- The Minnesota Department of Agriculture issued the following news on Oct. 16, 2025: * * * MDA Expands Ag Weather Network with Three New Stations Installations enhance coverage areas, local data for Minnesota farmers * The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is expanding its Minnesota Ag Weather Network (MAWN) with the launch of three new weather stations spanning Southern Minnesota--a critical step in strengthening data coverage for producers statewide.  more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 17 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2025: * * * PSC Approves $412.3 Million Budget for Innovation & Research Portfolio Commission Emphasizes Efficient Use of Ratepayer Funds, Transparency and Accountability Towards Developing Innovative Solutions to the State's Most Critical Clean Energy Needs * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today approved the New York State Energy Research and De  more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 17 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2025: * * * Utilities Prepared to Meet Consumer Demand for Electricity and Natural Gas During Winter PSC Will Closely Monitor Natural Gas Supply Throughout the Winter Heating Season Discounts for Income-Eligible Customers Available * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today announced that it expects the state's utilities will have adequate supplies   more