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Last update: 5 hours agoUtility Merger Watch: NextEra Energy agreed to buy Dominion Energy in a nearly $67B all-stock deal, aiming to create the “world’s largest regulated electric utility,” with bill credits promised to Dominion customers and regulators still needed before a possible 12–18 month close. North Carolina Politics: Republicans are reviving a push to change how the State Board of Education is chosen—shifting most seats to elections—setting up another November constitutional-amendment fight. Public Health & Safety: Gov. Josh Stein marked Heat Safety Week and highlighted opioid recovery funding, while Bladen County health officials warned after a raccoon tested positive for rabies near Clarkton. Environment & Courts: Ocean Conservancy and Earthjustice filed an amicus brief opposing expanded South Atlantic red snapper seasons, arguing the move could break federal limits. Sports: Clemson’s ACC Tournament path is win-or-bust against Notre Dame, and Florida State’s Wes Mendes was named ACC Pitcher of the Year. Local Life: Bladen volunteer fire departments received nearly $220,000 in state grants, and WSSU celebrated its largest graduating class in more than a decade.
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