Monday - July 13, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving North Carolina

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American Association to Induct Three to Hall of Fame
DURHAM, North Carolina, July 1 -- The American Association of Independent Professional Baseball issued the following news release: * * * American Association to Induct Three to Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Set for July 14 In Conjunction with League All-Star Festivities - The American Association of Professional Baseball will welcome three new members to the league Hall of Fame on Tuesday, July 14 at a dinner banquet held in conjunction with the 2026 American Association All-Star Game in L  more
An Urgent Call to NC Lawmakers to Improve Access to Biomarker Testing
WASHINGTON, June 30 [Category: Medical] -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network posted the following news release: * * * An Urgent Call to NC Lawmakers to Improve Access to Biomarker Testing * RALEIGH, N.C. - June 30, 2026 - With days left to act in the legislative session, cancer advocates urgently call on North Carolina lawmakers to pass legislation improving access to biomarker testing. The following statement can be attributed to American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme to Manipulate Egg Prices
PHOENIX, Arizona, July 1 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme to Manipulate Egg Prices Attorney General Kris Mayes today secured more than 50 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigation  more
Ark. Agriculture Dept.: Governor Sanders Names State Veterinarian Dr. Andrew Fidler to Lead Animal Health Division
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, July 1 -- The Arkansas Department of Agriculture issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Governor Sanders Names State Veterinarian Dr. Andrew Fidler to Lead Animal Health Division Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced that Dr. Andrew Fidler will serve as Animal Health Director and State Veterinarian within the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. Dr. Fidler has served as the State Veterinarian since October 2025. "Today's announcement by Gove  more
As More NC Republicans Oppose $88 Billion Supplemental For Lack Of Helene Aid, "Recovery Czar" Michael Whatley Dodges Questions On it
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * As More NC Republicans Oppose $88 Billion Supplemental For Lack Of Helene Aid, "Recovery Czar" Michael Whatley Dodges Questions On it * As North Carolina Republicans Thom Tillis and Richard Hudson join Ted Budd in opposing the $88 billion supplemental funding bill because it has zero funding for Hurricane Helene recovery, "recovery czar" Michael Whatley has dodged questions on where he st  more
Attorney General Clark Announces Settlement Delivering More Than 900,000 Eggs to Vermont Foodbank Following Egg Price Manipulation Investigation
MONTPELIER, Vermont, June 30 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Announces Settlement Delivering More Than 900,000 Eggs to Vermont Foodbank Following Egg Price Manipulation Investigation * Attorney General Charity Clark today announced that Vermont will receive approximately 915,000 eggs and $56,000 as part of a settlement with the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes to raise prices. A bipartis  more
Attorney General James Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme to Manipulate Egg Prices
ALBANY, New York, June 29 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme to Manipulate Egg Prices * New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured more than 50 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes to raise prices. A bipartisan multistate investigat  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues to Protect Healthcare for Tens of Thousands of North Carolinians with Cancer and Severe Illnesses
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 29 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues to Protect Healthcare for Tens of Thousands of North Carolinians with Cancer and Severe Illnesses Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services over a new federal rule that puts tens of thousands of North Carolinians with cancer and other s  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser announces settlement with large egg producers after uncovering illegal scheme to jack up prices
DENVER, Colorado, June 30 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser announces settlement with large egg producers after uncovering illegal scheme to jack up prices * June 30, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today secured 53 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million from some of the nation's largest egg producers for colluding behind the scenes for nearly three years to raise prices. A bipartisan   more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SUES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION OVER UNLAWFUL IMPLEMENTATION OF MEDICAID WORK REQUIREMENTS
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 29 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL SUES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION OVER UNLAWFUL IMPLEMENTATION OF MEDICAID WORK REQUIREMENTS * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 24 attorneys general and two governors, today announced a lawsuit over the Trump administration's unlawful implementation of new Medicaid work requirements included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.   more
Attorney General Tong Blocks Illegal Cartel to Drive Down Egg Prices
HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 29 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Blocks Illegal Cartel to Drive Down Egg Prices * Investigation into Nation's Largest Egg Producers Revealed Illegal Scheme That Raised Costs for Consumers and Businesses  Attorney General William Tong and a bipartisan coalition of 17 states today announced a $3.3 million settlement with three of the nation's largest egg producers, resolving a joint stat  more
Bank of America to Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Host Investor Conference Call on July 14
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 30 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Bank of America to Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Host Investor Conference Call on July 14 As previously announced, Bank of America will report its second quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, July 14. The results will be released at approximately 6:45 a.m. eastern ET, followed by an investor conference call at 8:30 a  more
Budd Calls for CAISI to Resume Publishing Research on Frontier AI Models to Maintain America's Competitive Edge in AI Innovation
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Budd Calls for CAISI to Resume Publishing Research on Frontier AI Models to Maintain America's Competitive Edge in AI Innovation U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) sent a letter to the National Cyber Director, Sean Cairncross, and the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, Michael Kratsios, calling for the Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) to resume publishing its finding  more
Catawba College Announces Creation of the Gurski Family Endowed Scholarship
SALISBURY, North Carolina, June 30 -- Catawba College posted the following news: * * * Catawba College Announces Creation of the Gurski Family Endowed Scholarship * Catawba College has announced the creation of the Gurski Family Endowed Scholarship, established by John Gurski '10 to support students planning to attend medical school, with preference given to those demonstrating financial need. Gurski, a biology major during his time at Catawba, is an assistant professor of psychiatry at Dr  more
Congresswoman Ross Statement on Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Decision
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Deborah Ross, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Ross Statement on Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Decision * Washington, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling to uphold birthright citizenship: "Today, the Supreme Court upheld one of our nation's fundamental rights: if you are born here, you are an American citizen and entitled to the rights and pr  more
Connecting Faith-Based & Religious Organizations With Federal Grants & Other Assistance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13259) by senior research librarian Maria Kreiser: * * * Connecting Faith-Based and Religious Organizations with Federal Grants and Other Assistance Faith-based or religious organizations and houses of worship (e.g., churches, synagogues, mosques) frequently seek out federal and other assistance for various community services and projects. This In Focus provides congressional o  more
Conservative & Liberal Columnists Agree - DC Insider Michael Whatley Has An "Authenticity Problem"
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * Conservative & Liberal Columnists Agree - DC Insider Michael Whatley Has An "Authenticity Problem" * In the wake of NBC News exposing DC insider Michael Whatley for frequently lying to North Carolinians that he "grew up" in Blowing Rock, conservative and liberal columnists are calling out Whatley's growing "authenticity problem." From repeatedly lying about the state of Hurricane Helene  more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: Data - Republicans' Cost of Living Crisis "Far From Fixed" as Senate GOP-Backed War In Iran Continues to Drive Up Inflation Numbers
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DATA: Republicans' Cost of Living Crisis "Far From Fixed" as Senate GOP-Backed War In Iran Continues to Drive Up Inflation Numbers After Senate Republicans voted to continue Trump's war in Iran, which their candidates have been caught admitting is a "political liability," a new report found that inflation is at a "3-year high due to the war," causing middle-class Americans to spend "mo  more
Drought conditions continue across North Carolina
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 29 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * Drought conditions continue across North Carolina * As drought conditions continue across North Carolina heading into the Fourth of July weekend, the public is encouraged to continue to follow water supply restrictions set by their local water systems. "We are coordinating with utilities and reservoir operators who are actively working to maintain supplies amid  more
Duke Energy's Nearly $1 Billion Investment With North Carolina Suppliers Strengthens American Supply Chains, Local Economies and the Nation's Energy Future
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 1 -- Duke Energy issued the following news release: * * * Duke Energy's nearly $1 billion investment with North Carolina suppliers strengthens American supply chains, local economies and the nation's energy future * More than 97% of Duke Energy's $17.2 billion in annual sourcing supports U.S.-based suppliers * Investments support critical grid equipment, American jobs and long-term reliability - As the nation approaches Independence Day, Duke Energy is inves  more
Duke University Pratt School of Engineering: Lab-Grown Retinal Cells Show Promise for Eye Therapies
DURHAM, North Carolina, July 1 (TNSjou) -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Lab-Grown Retinal Cells Show Promise for New Eye Therapies Critical cells that line retinal blood vessels grown from stem cells restore retinal function in mouse models and form retinal tissue in a lab for future disease studies. By Ken Kingery Biomedical engineers at Duke University have used induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to grow specialized blood vessel cells cr  more
Eggciting News! Attorney General Bonta Secures Settlement, Delivers 8.9 Million Eggs to California Food Banks
SACRAMENTO, California, June 30 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Eggciting News! Attorney General Bonta Secures Settlement, Delivers 8.9 Million Eggs to California Food Banks * Nationwide settlement with egg producers resolves allegations of an illegal conspiracy that raised the cost of eggs OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 17 attorneys general and alongside the U.S. Department of  more
ESPN announces nominees for the 2026 Sports Humanitarian Awards
BRISTOL, Connecticut, June 30 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN announces nominees for the 2026 Sports Humanitarian Awards * The 12 th annual Sports Humanitarian Awards will celebrate and honor athletes, teams, leagues and members of the sports industry who use the power of sport to make a positive impact on society. This year's Sports Humanitarian Awards, hosted by SportsCenter studio anchor and analyst Christine Williamson,   more
FAA Updates Instrument Flight Procedures at Airports
WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued a rule updating Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for dozens of airports across the U.S., reflecting changes to navigation infrastructure, air traffic requirements and obstacle assessments that affect instrument flight operations. The rule amends 14 CFR Part 97 by establishing, revising, suspending or removing instrument approach pr  more
Fayetteville State University Alumni Association Donates Record $250K to Support Students
FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina, July 1 -- Fayetteville State University issued the following news: * * * Fayetteville State University Alumni Association Donates Record $250K to Support Students Fayetteville State University Chancellor Darrell T. Allison joins National Alumni Association leadership and members to celebrate a historic $250,000 gift during the second annual scholarship gala on June 27, 2026. The funds will support student scholarships, athletics, and emergency assistance. - Fay  more
Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Troutman Pepper Locke, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte * Veteran Energy Regulatory Leader Strengthens Firm's Decades-Long Work in High-Stakes Power and Utility Matters CHARLOTTE - Lara Nichols, a former senior vice president at Duke Energy Corporation, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke's nationally ranked Energy Regulatory Practice Group  more
Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 1 -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Former Duke Energy SVP Lara Nichols Joins Troutman Pepper Locke as Partner in Charlotte Veteran Energy Regulatory Leader Strengthens Firm's Decades-Long Work in High-Stakes Power and Utility Matters - CHARLOTTE - Lara Nichols, a former senior vice president at Duke Energy Corporation, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke's nationally ranked Energy Regulatory Practice Group as a partner in the firm's Charlo  more
Goldhofer Inc. Selects Hickory for Its U.S. Headquarters and First North American Production Facility
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Goldhofer Inc. Selects Hickory for Its U.S. Headquarters and First North American Production Facility * Today Governor Josh Stein announced Goldhofer Inc., a global manufacturer of heavy transport and airport ground support equipment, will create 80 new jobs in Catawba County. The German company says it will invest more than $19.5 million to build its first North American assembly   more
Golf Course Superintendents Association Announces Winners of 2026 Legacy Awards
LAWRENCE, Kansas, July 1 -- The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America issued the following news release: * * * GCSAA announces winners of 2026 Legacy Awards Twenty college students have been named recipients of scholarships via the Legacy Awards competition, which supports children and grandchildren of GCSAA members Scholarship program assists children and grandchildren of association members - The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) has awarded 20 colle  more
Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointment
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointment * Today Governor Josh Stein announced the following judicial appointment: D. Cole Phelps to the District Court for Judicial District 2, Beaufort, Hyde, Martin, Tyrrell, and Washington counties. Phelps is filling the vacancy created after the Honorable Regina Parker was appointed Superior Court judge. * Phelps is the founder a  more
Governor Stein Establishes Health Care Affordability Commission Co-Chaired by NCDHHS Secretary and N.C. State Treasurer
RALEIGH, North Carolina, July 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Governor Stein Establishes Health Care Affordability Commission Co-Chaired by NCDHHS Secretary and NC State Treasurer Today Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order to make health care more affordable for all North Carolinians. Executive Order No. 39 establishes the Health Care Affordability Commission, made up of health care experts from  more
Governor Stein Establishes Health Care Affordability Commission Co-Chaired by NCDHHS Secretary and NC State Treasurer
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- Gov. Josh Stein, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Stein Establishes Health Care Affordability Commission Co-Chaired by NCDHHS Secretary and NC State Treasurer * Today Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order to make health care more affordable for all North Carolinians. Executive Order No. 39 establishes the Health Care Affordability Commission, made up of health care experts from across the health care landscape, i  more
Harris Honors Veteran Frank Horne on 100th Birthday
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Mark Harris, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Harris Honors Veteran Frank Horne on 100th Birthday * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Tonight, Congressman Mark Harris (NC-08) spoke on the House floor to celebrate the 100th birthday of United States Navy veteran Frank Horne. In his remarks, Congressman Harris honored Horne's service to our nation during World War II, as well as his lifelong dedication to his family and community. Rep. Harris's remarks a  more
HAWAII A.G. DEPT. SECURES 53 MILLION EGGS AND $3.3 MILLION IN NATIONWIDE EGG PRICE-FIXING SETTLEMENT
HONOLULU, Hawaii, July 1 --The Hawaii Department of the Attorney General issued the following news release on June 29, 2026: * * * DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL SECURES 53 MILLION EGGS AND $3.3 MILLION IN NATIONWIDE EGG PRICE-FIXING SETTLEMENT Investigation Revealed Illegal Scheme by Nation's Largest Egg Producers to Manipulate Prices and Increase Costs for Consumers and Businesses - Attorney General Anne Lopez today secured 53 million eggs for consumers nationwide and $3.3 million fro  more
HPU Students Gain Insight Through Global Experience Travels
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, June 30 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Students Gain Insight Through Global Experience Travels * Students in High Point University's Global Business Experience course in Southeast Asia visited the Mekong Delta jungle and boarded canoes to navigate the creeks where soldiers fought during the Vietnam War. The trip focused on global supply chain management. HIGH POINT, N.C., June 30, 2026 - The entire world became a classroom   more
Hyatt, HSL Properties, and Desert Hospitality Management Announce Plans for Tucson's First Hyatt Regency Hotel
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 30 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * Hyatt, HSL Properties, and Desert Hospitality Management Announce Plans for Tucson's First Hyatt Regency Hotel * Hyatt Regency Tucson Convention Center Expected to Open in Late 2027 Following Multi-Million Dollar Transformation, Elevating Tucson's Convention and Group Business Landscape CHICAGO (June 30, 2026) -Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), in collab  more
Joby Aviation and Toyota Motor Corporation Launch Initial Phase of a Strategic Manufacturing Alliance to Realize Air Mobility for All
TOKYO, Japan, July 1 -- Toyota Motor issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Joby Aviation and Toyota Motor Corporation Launch Initial Phase of a Strategic Manufacturing Alliance to Realize Air Mobility for All To build up commercial production capability, advance manufacturing excellence, and prepare for scale-up of electric air taxi production - SANTA CRUZ, Calif. and TOYOTA CITY, Japan - Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY) and Toyota Motor Corporation today announced the i  more
Justice Department Requires Egg Producers to End Coordinated Benchmark Manipulation That Artificially Inflated Prices Across the Country
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Requires Egg Producers to End Coordinated Benchmark Manipulation that Artificially Inflated Prices Across the Country The Proposed Settlements Will Ensure Competitive Prices for Consumers by Stopping Coordination to Inflate Egg Prices - The Justice Department's Antitrust Division, together with 17 State Attorneys General, filed a civil lawsuit against Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (Cal-Ma  more
La Division de Recursos Hidricos del DEQ celebrara una audiencia publica sobre los impactos hidricos de la propuesta de ampliacion de Castle Hayne Quarry
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * La Division de Recursos Hidricos del DEQ celebrara una audiencia publica sobre los impactos hidricos de la propuesta de ampliacion de Castle Hayne Quarry * La Division de Recursos Hidricos del Departamento de Calidad Ambiental de Carolina del Norte celebrara una audiencia publica el 14 de julio para recibir comentarios del publico sobre los impactos en la calida  more
LCU Business Dean Named President of International Honor Society
PINEVILLE, Louisiana, June 30 -- Louisiana Christian University issued the following news release: * * * LCU Business dean named president of international honor society Dr. Marcia Hardy, dean of the Ray and Dorothy Young School of Business, has been inducted as the international president of Phi Beta Delta Honor Society for International Scholars for 2026-27. The installation, which occurred during the organization's 40th anniversary international conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, ea  more
Michael Davis to lead undergraduate admission at W&M
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, June 30 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Michael Davis to lead undergraduate admission at W&M * Michael Davis, an enrollment leader with nearly 20 years of experience in higher education, has been selected as William & Mary's next associate vice provost and dean of admissions. Davis currently serves as the senior associate director of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He will start at Willi  more
Michael McClanahan Named Orlando Regional President for Pinnacle Financial Partners
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 1 -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, issued the following news release on June 30, 2026: * * * Michael McClanahan named Orlando regional president for Pinnacle Financial Partners Experienced leader introduces Pinnacle brand to Orlando during Synovus merger transition - ORLANDO, Fla. -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, which merged with Synovus Bank earlier t  more
N.C. Republican Party Issues Statement on Watson vs. RNC Decision
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Republican Party issued the following statement on June 29, 2026, by Chairman Jason Simmons: * * * NCGOP Statement on Watson v. RNC Decision "Today's Supreme Court decision underscores the importance of fighting every day for clean voter rolls, secure election procedures, and election integrity. While the Court reaffirmed that states set the rules governing their own elections, the NCGOP will continue working to ensure every legal vote is  more
N.C. Treasurer Brad Briner Applauds State Budget Which Includes Significant Funding For State Employee Healthcare
RALEIGH, North Carolina, July 1 -- The North Carolina State Treasurer issued the following news release: * * * Treasurer Brad Briner Applauds State Budget Which Includes Significant Funding For State Employee Healthcare In response to the state budget lawmakers will be voting on this week, Treasurer Brad Briner says he is pleased to see the commitment to state employees' health and other department priorities. "For the second year in a row, we asked lawmakers to make significant increases t  more
NAACP Announces 2026 L'Oreal USA Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients
WASHINGTON, June 29 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP posted the following news release: * * * NAACP Announces 2026 L'Oreal USA Inclusive Beauty Fund Recipients * June 29, 2026 Contact: communications@naacpnet.org NEW YORK, NY - NAACP is pleased to announce today the recipients of the third edition of the Inclusive Beauty Fund to small business owners and entrepreneurs spanning across businesses including salon owners, hair care and beauty service educators, beauty product founders, sui  more
Natural Resources Defense Council: "Chemical Recycling" Facilities Pose Risks to Workers and Communities
NEW YORK, July 1 (TNSrpt) -- The Natural Resources Defense Council issued the following news release: * * * "Chemical Recycling" Facilities Pose Risks to Workers and Communities "Chemical recycling" facilities have large amounts of carcinogens and other toxic chemicals on site, according to a new analysis from NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), based on public records obtained from five of the largest facilities nationwide. "Chemical recycling won't solve our plastic crisis," said Re  more
REMINDER: DEQ Division of Water Resources to hold public hearing on water impacts from proposed Castle Hayne Quarry expansion
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * REMINDER: DEQ Division of Water Resources to hold public hearing on water impacts from proposed Castle Hayne Quarry expansion * The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources will hold a public hearing on July 14 to accept public comments on water quality impacts from Martin Marietta Materials Inc.'s proposed expansion of a li  more
Rep. Massie Introduces House Resolution to Honor the Crew of the USS Liberty
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Massie Introduces House Resolution to Honor the Crew of the USS Liberty * Contact: massie.press@mail.house.gov Contact #: 202-225-3465 Washington, D.C. \- Today, Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) introduced legislation to honor the men of the USS Liberty. The Massie resolution recognizes the fallen members of the USS Liberty's crew by name and urges the President to declassify and pub  more
Rep. McDowell Introduces Broadband Infrastructure Extension Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Addison McDowell, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. McDowell Introduces Broadband Infrastructure Extension Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Yesterday, June 29th, Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06) introduced the Broadband Infrastructure Extension Act. This legislation would extend expenditure deadlines for certain broadband infrastructure projects funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The legislation provides states and local  more
Rep. Moore Urges Army Corps to Finalize Rocky Broad River Plan, Support Western North Carolina Rebuilding
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Tim Moore, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Tim Moore Urges Army Corps to Finalize Rocky Broad River Plan, Support Western North Carolina Rebuilding * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) wrote a letter urging the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to finalize a permanent plan to redirect the Rocky Broad River by September 27, 2026, two-years after Hurricane Helene devastated North Carolina. The request seeks to provide l  more
Rouzer Announces Surf City Beach Nourishment Project Moves Toward Construction Following Federal Funding Approval
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. David Rouzer, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Rouzer Announces Surf City Beach Nourishment Project Moves Toward Construction Following Federal Funding Approval * SURF CITY, NC - Following years of collaboration with the Town of Surf City and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wilmington District, Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) announced Tuesday Surf City's federal beach nourishment project will move to construction, clearing a major hurd  more
SAS Uses Data to Empower South African Micro-Farmers and Strengthen Local Farm Systems
CARY, North Carolina, July 1 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: * * * SAS uses data to empower South African Micro-Farmers and strengthen local farm systems Advanced analytics guide crop selection and timing to improve yields, income potential and food security - SAS, a global leader in data and AI, helped South African micro farmers improve crop decisions, increase income potential and strengthen food security through a  more
SDSU wrestling to face North Carolina at Sanford Pentagon
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, June 30 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * SDSU wrestling to face North Carolina at Sanford Pentagon * SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - South Dakota State University will square off on the mat with the University of North Carolina in a wrestling dual on Friday, Dec. 18 at the Sanford Pentagon. Ticket sales and broadcast information will be determined at a later date. "These are two tremendous wrestling programs that will provide  more
Somerset Community College Welcomes Director of Enrollment Management, Dr. John Hall
SOMERSET, Kentucky, June 30 -- Somerset Community College issued the following news: * * * Somerset Community College welcomes new Director of Enrollment Management, Dr. John Hall In March, Somerset Community College (SCC) welcomed its newest Director of Enrollment Management, Dr. John Hall. Originally from Ashland in Eastern Kentucky, Dr. Hall deeply understands how education can empower Appalachian families and break generational cycles. "What I love about this area is that it feels like   more
Study Finds Rural, Low-Income North Carolinian Women Face Greater Burden of Aggressive Breast Cancer
DURHAM, North Carolina, June 30 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Study Finds Rural, Low-Income North Carolinian Women Face Greater Burden of Aggressive Breast Cancer * Research points to need for earlier diagnosis and better access to specialized care Women living in rural communities and those experiencing poverty face a disproportionately high burden of one of the deadliest forms of breast cancer. A new study by a team of researchers at North Caroli  more
Study of 18,000 Kindergartners Highlights Parents' Role in School Readiness
DURHAM, North Carolina, June 29 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * Study of 18,000 Kindergartners Highlights Parents' Role in School Readiness * Parents play a critical role in preparing children for academic success long before they enter a kindergarten classroom, according to new research from North Carolina Central University (NCCU). Published in Frontiers in Psychology, the study, "The impact of parental socioeconomic characteristics and engagement on  more
Surface Transportation Board Member Nominee Hedlund Testifies Before Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee released the following testimony by Karen J. Hedlund, President Trump's nominee to be a member of the Surface Transportation Board, from a June 24, 2026, confirmation hearing: * * * Chairman Cruz, Ranking Member Cantwell, and Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today as the President's nominee for a second term on the Surface Transportation Board. I also want to thank my s  more
The Shared Table: Summer recipes from Niner Nation
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, June 30 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * The Shared Table: Summer recipes from Niner Nation * Welcome to the summer edition of "The Shared Table," a collection of warm-weather favorites from UNC Charlotte students, faculty and staff. Summer is a season built for sharing -sharing meals, sharing stories, sharing time with the people who matter most. Last fall, our community came together to submit recipes  more
U.S. Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor & Combat Trafficking in Persons Nominee Thornhill Testifies Before Senate Foreign Relations Committee
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee released the following testimony by Barbera Thornhill, President Trump's nominee to be U.S. Ambassador-at-large to monitor and combat trafficking in persons, from a June 25, 2026, confirmation hearing: * * * Chairman Hagerty and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for considering my nomination to be the U.S. Ambassador-at-Large to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons. I am honored by President Trump's nomination an  more
UMN Morris receives grant to develop tool to monitor AI data centers' impacts on water quantity and quality
MORRIS, Minnesota, June 30 -- University of Minnesota Morris campus issued the following news: * * * UMN Morris receives grant to develop tool to monitor AI data centers' impacts on water quantity and quality * As part of a $200,000 Impact Goal grant from the Institute on the Environment (IonE), University of Minnesota Morris Assistant Professor of Computer Science Wenkai Guan will serve as the principal investigator to collaborate with a national, interdisciplinary research team. The team a  more
UNCG Alumni Help North Carolina Celebrate America 250
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 30 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * UNCG Alumni Help North Carolina Celebrate America 250 * Across the Triad, UNCG alumni are helping their communities mark America's semiquincentennial - its 250 th anniversary - through the America 250 - Guilford County committee. Committee member James Watterson '91, chief operating officer at the Greensboro Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, says the committee wants  more
UNCG's Joy M. Dismukes Named in Society of Research Administrators International's 'Future of the Field' Recognition Program
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, June 30 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news: * * * UNCG's Joy M. Dismukes Named in Society of Research Administrators International's 'Future of the Field' Recognition Program * Joy M. Dismukes of UNC Greensboro's Division of Research and Engagement has been named a recipient of the Society of Research Administrators International's (SRAI) prestigious Future of the Field Award. SRAI's Future of the Field program is des  more
UNCP Student Participates In National Adobe-AISES Leadership Program
PEMBROKE, North Carolina, June 30 -- The University of North Carolina-Pembroke posted the following news: * * * UNCP Student Participates In National Adobe-AISES Leadership Program * Wendy Locklear, a rising senior pursuing an American Indian Studies degree at UNC Pembroke, was one of only 100 Indigenous college students nationwide selected to participate in Adobe's AISES CLOUDS program, an initiative designed to cultivate leadership opportunities and strengthen digital skills among Native s  more
USDA Designates 15 Virginia County as a Natural Disaster Area with 4 Contiguous Counties in North Carolina
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * USDA Designates 15 Virginia County as a Natural Disaster Area with 4 Contiguous Counties in North Carolina * North Carolina This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency l  more
Utah A.G. Brown Secures More Than 50 Million Eggs and $3.3 Million After Uncovering Illegal Scheme
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 1 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news on June 30, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown secures more than 50 million eggs and $3.3 million after uncovering illegal scheme Three major egg producers who illegally coordinated to drive up egg prices will be held accountable under a settlement announced today. Utah joins a bipartisan coalition of states and the U.S. Department of Justice in filing a complaint and proposed final judgment against Ca  more
Vote Imminent: Over 225 Groups Urge Congress to Reject Bill that Exempts 300%+ APR "Earned Wage" Payday Loan Apps from Consumer Protections
DURHAM, North Carolina, June 30 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Center for Responsible Lending issued the following news release: * * * Vote Imminent: Over 225 Groups Urge Congress to Reject Bill that Exempts 300%+ APR "Earned Wage" Payday Loan Apps from Consumer Protections * New polling shows near universal support among voters for requiring apps to charge no more than 36% APR WASHINGTON -A coalition of more than 225 labor, civil rights, consumer and community groups urged members   more
Water quality swimming advisories issued for sound-side sites in Carteret County
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * Water quality swimming advisories issued for sound-side sites in Carteret County * Advisories against swimming were posted today at two sound-side sites in Carteret County, where state recreational water quality officials found bacteria levels in the water that exceed the state's and Environmental Protection Agency's recreational water quality standards. The a  more
Water quality swimming advisory lifted for sound-side site in Dare County
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 30 -- The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality issued the following news release: * * * Water quality swimming advisory lifted for sound-side site in Dare County * State recreational water quality officials today lifted a water quality swimming advisory at a sound-side site in Dare County. The advisory was lifted because water testing shows that bacteria levels have dropped below the state's and Environmental Protection Agency's standards set for  more
WKU Student Presents AI Education Research at National ASEE Conference
BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, June 30 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU Student Presents AI Education Research at National ASEE Conference * Catherine Grace "Gracie" Fenno, an undergraduate student studying Architectural Science in the WKU School of Engineering & Applied Sciences (SEAS), recently represented WKU on a national stage. Fenno traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina, to present co-authored research at the 2026 American Society for Engineering Education   more