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$409M to NC to Disaster-Proof Water Systems

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency allocated $409.4 million to the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality last week to upgrade water system infrastructure to better withstand future natural disasters and ensure continued access to safe drinking water.

The EPA funding is a direct response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene across Western North Carolina last September, which severely damaged water systems and left thousands without access to safe drinking water for weeks.

Local town leaders, as well as North Carolina’s U.S. Senators Ted Budd and Thom Tillis, praised the initiative, with Budd calling it “a step in the right direction to aid reconstruction efforts and mitigate future natural disasters.”

As hurricane season picks up, citizens can check the NCDEQ map to monitor the status of the state’s drinking water systems.

Duke Energy Scraps Wind Farm Off Coast

The results of an independent study deeming offshore wind farms economically unviable prompted Duke Energy to cancel plans for a Brunswick County project.

Overseen by independent evaluator Power Advisory to ensure fairness, transparency, and confidentiality, the study was conducted over several months in response to an Acquisition Request for Information (ARFI), with results filed Aug. 11.

Local opposition, led by Brunswick County Commissioner Marty Cooke, cited concerns over marine life, fishing, and aesthetics, arguing that turbines harm whales and disrupt coastal economies. Cooke described them as “the most expensive, most dangerous, the most ineffective way” to generate energy.

The Southeastern Wind Coalition expressed disappointment and questioned the study’s methodology. Advocates argue there is no evidence linking wind farms to whale deaths, citing fishing gear and ship strikes as greater threats.

3 NC B&Bs Make Top 5 in Country

Three North Carolina establishments dominated USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Bed and Breakfast in 2025, claiming the top two spots and a fifth-place ranking among the nation’s coziest retreats.

Wilmington’s C.W. Worth House Bed & Breakfast topped the list for the third consecutive year, featuring seven guest rooms in Queen Anne-style interiors, gourmet breakfasts, a complimentary wine hour, and walkable access to downtown and the Riverwalk.

Durham’s Morehead Manor secured second place. It offers five rooms, gourmet breakfasts, all-day snacks, and access to restaurants, breweries, wineries, art galleries, shops, and parks near major universities and tech companies.

Greensboro’s Historic Magnolia House ranked fifth, featuring four guest rooms inspired by music legends who stayed there, including Tina Turner, James Brown, and Ray Charles. The property is also one of North Carolina’s few remaining Green Book sites.

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➤ Statewide: Gov. Josh Stein seeks to delay a North Carolina Court of Appeals case on judicial and Utilities Commission appointments, which Republican legislative leaders and State Treasurer Brad Briner oppose, according to a Friday court filing. (More)

➤ NC Schools: Stein also issued his 15th veto last week, targeting House Bill 97, which would allow the state to participate in President Trump’s school choice tax credit program. Senate Leader Phil Berger plans to override the veto. (More)

➤ Wake County: After losing a $14.1 million federal grant, school leaders aim to expand student mental health access through Daybreak Health, a telehealth provider now serving 128 of Wake’s 203 public schools. (More)

➤ Franklin County: Officials are urging the community to stay vigilant after confirming a 10th case of animal rabies this year, doubling last year’s total. Staff is working to ensure infected animals are quarantined and isolated. (More)

➤ Person County: Hyco Lake reopened Saturday after debris and 200 boats were cleared following flooding from Tropical Storm Chantal. Swimming remains banned while cleanup efforts continue, with caution advised for all water activities. (More)

➤ Pender County implemented a clear bag policy to enhance safety and streamline entry at all major events held on high school campuses, including football and basketball games. (More)

➤ Corolla: No charges will be filed after a vehicle fatally struck 10-year-old stallion Francisco in Corolla on Aug. 11. The driver, a contractor living in the area temporarily, reported the horse ran in front of his vehicle. (More)

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➤ Carolina Panthers second-round pick Nic Scourton was hospitalized due to a collapsed lung suffered during a joint practice with the Houston Texans. (More)

➤ The ACC is shifting to uneven revenue distribution in 2024-25, basing payouts on football and basketball performance and TV viewership, with schools projected to earn between $35 million and $65 million. (More)

➤ NC State will wear Raleigh-inspired uniforms for its football season opener against ECU. (More)

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➤ Raleigh-based Advance Auto Parts’ stock fell 8% after the company lowered its 2025 profit forecast due to tariff-related price increases and higher interest expenses. (More)

➤ The owner of Four Seasons Pressure Washing in Wilmington, which uses drones to pressure wash commercial and residential buildings, says it takes about two days to pressure wash a high-rise, with each drone flight limited to 20 minutes before swapping batteries. (More)

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➤ The National Park Service reopened an 8-mile section of the Blue Ridge Parkway on Friday, just south of the North Carolina-Virginia state line, from milepost 221.8 to 229.7. The section had been closed for bridge maintenance and recovery work related to Hurricane Helene. (More)

➤ The Marine Corps League in Winston-Salem donated $1,200 to cover the costs of two veterans’ visits to war memorials during the Triad Honor Flight on Oct. 1. (More and Event Details)

➤ Charlotte and Raleigh ranked No. 16 and No. 20 with grocery indexes of 77.3 and 74.9, respectively, on a map of U.S. cities with the highest grocery costs compared to a New York City baseline of 100. (See Map)

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