FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina, Jan. 3 -- Methodist University issued the following news: * * * MU Veterans Patch Board Brings Stories and Service to Military Community The Military & Veteran Center at Methodist University recently unveiled its newest addition to the center's decor this past semester. A long awaited Velcro patch board, handcrafted and designed to honor the service, stories, and unit pride to MU's military-affiliated students and families. Funded through the generosity of the H  more

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Jan. 3 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * South Carolina regulators approve proposals that improve reliability, reduce Hurricane Helene cost impact on Duke Energy customer bills * Targeted investments have hardened the grid against storms and upgraded existing power plants to maximize efficiency * Tax credits and financing Helene costs will help mitigate energy bill changes beginning in 2026 * Beginning in January, Duke Energy will implement   more

WINGATE, North Carolina, Jan. 3 -- Wingate University issued the following news: * * * Look back at a difference-making 2025 2025 was a busy, difference-making year at Wingate University, full of academic excellence, community-focused initiatives and even (more) national championships. Let's take a look back at some of the highlights: January Soon after the new year began, English professor Dr. Ben Sammons took over as Wingate's first chaplain. The chaplain role is an expansion of the past   more