Durham County Reviews Draft Data-Center Moratorium as Statewide Pause Begins
Durham County commissioners are reviewing draft data-center moratorium language Monday, August 3, with a tentative public hearing set for August 24.
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North Carolina proposal could put $40 million behind Greensboro PGA Tour events
A proposed North Carolina budget measure would provide $10 million conditionally and signal intent for $30 million more to secure four consecutive top-tier PGA Tour events in Greensboro.
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Fayetteville expands sewer aid to cover current $5,000 assessment for qualifying homeowners
Fayetteville broadened sewer-connection assistance to households earning up to 120% of area median income, with approved applicants eligible for the current $5,000 PWC assessment and up to $1,000 toward qualifying private work.
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High Point Gas Near $3.80; Diesel Tops $5.30 at Local Station
A High Point station listed regular gas at $3.799 and diesel at $5.399 Monday, while AAA data showed gas flat and diesel up 6.8 cents.
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Burlington remains under Stage One voluntary water conservation alert
Burlington says its water supply remains sufficient for current demand, but a Stage One voluntary conservation alert effective July 7 remains active as drought pressure continues.
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Proposed Chemours PFAS Deal Would Fund Water Protection in 3 States
A proposed federal deal with Chemours would direct more than $450 million toward penalties, pollution controls and drinking-water protection near three-state facilities.
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Camden County EMS Wins Grant for Community Paramedic Program
Camden County commissioners accepted a $299,839.50 Rural Health Transformation Program grant on July 6, funding a full-time community paramedic, response vehicle, equipment and training. The new service is intended to add preventive and follow-up care to Camden County EMS’s 911 response system.
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CATS begins next Red Line design phase serving Huntersville
CATS has begun a 30% Red Line design update serving Huntersville, but station decisions, construction timing and passenger-service dates remain unsettled.
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Duke Energy rate settlement would lower proposed increase but still raise bills
A proposed settlement would reduce Duke Energy Carolinas’ rate request, but customers could still pay more beginning January 1, 2027, if the North Carolina Utilities Commission approves it.
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Rocky Mount Reports Three Untreated-Wastewater Releases After July Rain
Rocky Mount reported three rain-related sanitary sewer overflows after July 23-24 rainfall, with estimated releases totaling 51,000 gallons into the Tar River, Cowlick Creek and Little Cokey Swamp.
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Raleigh to Lift Water Restrictions Monday After Falls Lake Rebounds
Raleigh will end Stage 1 water restrictions Monday, Aug. 3, after Falls Lake reached 84% full, while officials continue urging efficient water use.
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Durham water restrictions remain in effect as reservoirs sit at 52% capacity
Durham’s mandatory Stage 2 water restrictions remain in effect. A July 30 city snapshot showed reservoir storage at 52% and 127 days of easily accessible premium supply.
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Greensboro housing proposals could clear way for roughly 430 homes
Three Greensboro residential proposals advanced by the Planning and Zoning Commission could allow roughly 430 homes, but final action, development review and construction remain ahead.
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Fayetteville-Cumberland 911 merger moves toward early-September agreement deadline
Fayetteville and Cumberland County approved a joint governance framework for a consolidated 911 center on July 8. The interlocal agreement still must address funding, staffing, technology, employee protections, performance standards and the transition schedule.
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Scotland County lowers property-tax rate to 69.9 cents after state law change
Scotland County commissioners voted July 13 in Laurinburg to lower the 2026-27 county property-tax rate from 99 cents to 69.9 cents per $100 of assessed value. Some vehicle-tax bills had already been issued at the earlier rate, so affected residents should contact the Scotland County Tax Office for current payment or adjustment instructions.
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Cary’s public EV chargers are no longer free. What drivers pay now
Cary began charging for use of its town-owned EV chargers on August 1. Drivers now pay 20 cents per kilowatt-hour and may face an idle fee for leaving a vehicle connected beyond the charging period.
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North Carolina enacts its first full state budget in more than two years
Gov. Josh Stein signed Senate Bill 257 on July 14, 2026, enacting North Carolina’s first full state budget in more than two years for FY 2026-27.
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North Carolina identifies additional cyclosporiasis cases and launches public dashboard
North Carolina health officials announced additional cyclosporiasis cases on July 28 and launched a public dashboard intended to provide ongoing statewide information about the illness.
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Raleigh schedules Aug. 12 meeting ahead of New Bern Avenue BRT construction solicitation
Raleigh will hold a virtual pre-advertisement meeting Aug. 12 for the New Bern Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project, an upcoming procurement step for the 5.1-mile corridor.
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Raleigh moves toward youth curfew after large weekend gatherings and gun incidents
Raleigh City Council took a first step July 7 toward a youth curfew after police and partner agencies responded to weekend incidents involving juveniles and guns amid large gatherings at Brier Creek and Glenwood South.
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Charlotte opposition puts I-77 South express-lanes proposal before regional decision
Charlotte City Council’s withdrawal of support has left the proposed I-77 South Express Lanes project awaiting a regional transportation decision, as a new poll found about half of surveyed Charlotte voters support it.
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Charlotte schedules special Safety Committee meeting on juvenile curfew concerns
Charlotte announced a special City Council Safety Committee meeting to consider possible city actions related to public-safety issues associated with juvenile curfew violations.