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Senator Ted Budd Discusses Nuclear Energy's Role at Duke Energy's Brunswick Nuclear Plant

Senator Ted Budd Discusses Nuclear Energy's Role at Duke Energy's Brunswick Nuclear Plant

Senator Ted Budd of North Carolina recently visited Duke Energy's Brunswick Nuclear Plant. During his visit, discussions focused on the significant role nuclear energy plays in providing reliable, continuous, and carbon-free power to millions of families and businesses. The Senator also engaged with plant employees, acknowledging their dedication to maintaining the facility's safe and efficient operation. This visit highlights the ongoing dialogue between policymakers and energy providers regarding the future of energy infrastructure and sustainability in the United States.
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Representative Shontel Brown Co-Introduces The Refresh Act to Support School Personnel Wellness Programs

Representative Shontel Brown Co-Introduces The Refresh Act to Support School Personnel Wellness Programs

Representative Shontel Brown, a Democrat representing Ohio's 11th congressional district, has co-introduced H.R.8676, known as The Refresh Act. This legislative initiative aims to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The primary goal of The Refresh Act is to establish a grant program that would provide funding to state educational agencies. These agencies would then use the grants to implement comprehensive wellness programs specifically designed for school personnel. The proposed act seeks to address the well-being of educators and other staff within the school system, recognizing the critical role they play in student success and the challenges they often face. The introduction of this bill highlights a growing focus on mental health and support systems within the educational sector.
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Wells Fargo Seeks Senior Real Estate Asset Manager for Agricultural Properties

Wells Fargo Seeks Senior Real Estate Asset Manager for Agricultural Properties

Wells Fargo Seeks Senior Real Estate Asset Manager for Agricultural Properties
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Historic Massillon Buildings Slated for Mixed-Use Redevelopment to Revitalize Downtown

Historic Massillon Buildings Slated for Mixed-Use Redevelopment to Revitalize Downtown

Historic Massillon Buildings Slated for Mixed-Use Redevelopment to Revitalize Downtown
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New Interactive Map Launched to Track State Wildfire Legislation for Electric Utilities

New Interactive Map Launched to Track State Wildfire Legislation for Electric Utilities

The Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) has collaborated with the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) to launch a new interactive map designed to track state-by-state wildfire legislation relevant to electric utilities. This tool, known as the Wildfire Regulation and Policy Tracker (WRAPT), addresses the growing challenge faced by electric grids in surviving and avoiding igniting wildfires. Wildfire risks, once primarily a concern for Western states, are now becoming a national issue, forcing states into complex discussions about liability, planning, cost, and risk management for utilities. WRAPT aims to provide lawmakers and stakeholders with an accessible overview of how different states are tackling these problems, currently showcasing 44 legislative and regulatory actions across 18 states. PNNL and SEPA plan to continuously update the map as new actions are introduced.
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Kroger Faces Scrutiny Over Widespread Overcharging in Ohio Stores, Report Alleges

Kroger Faces Scrutiny Over Widespread Overcharging in Ohio Stores, Report Alleges

Kroger Faces Scrutiny Over Widespread Overcharging in Ohio Stores, Report Alleges
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Massachusetts Gaming Commission Retains Membership in Problem Gambling Council Despite Kalshi Controversy

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Retains Membership in Problem Gambling Council Despite Kalshi Controversy

Massachusetts Gaming Commission Retains Membership in Problem Gambling Council Despite Kalshi Controversy
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Silver and bighead carp threaten native species, Great Lakes tourism

Silver and bighead carp threaten native species, Great Lakes tourism

An update on the progress of efforts to stop invasive carp from destroying the $8 billion Great Lakes fishing and tourism industry.
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When will Ohio get cold? See Farmers' Almanac first frost map

When will Ohio get cold? See Farmers' Almanac first frost map

The Farmers' Almanac updated its winter weather forecast for the 2026-27 season. See the first frost predictions across the United States.
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Data centers must pay their way and government show its work | Opinion

Data centers must pay their way and government show its work | Opinion

Georgia regulators say OpenAI must cover its own infrastructure costs so residential power bills stay low.
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Ohio River Closed Near Brent Spence Bridge After Crane Strikes Power Lines

Ohio River Closed Near Brent Spence Bridge After Crane Strikes Power Lines

The Ohio River has been closed to boat traffic between Mile markers 471 and 472 near the Brent Spence Bridge in Cincinnati, Ohio. This closure follows an incident where a crane on a barge struck Duke Energy power lines that cross the river. The Cincinnati Fire Department announced the closure, and Duke Energy crews are currently assessing the damage and working to secure the area. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident. The Brent Spence Bridge itself remains open to vehicle traffic, and the incident has not impacted the project schedule for the Brent Spence Bridge Project.
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Federal Court Overturns Trump Administration Order to Keep Michigan Coal Plant Open

Federal Court Overturns Trump Administration Order to Keep Michigan Coal Plant Open

A federal court has ruled against the Trump administration's order that compelled the J.H. Campbell Generating Plant, a coal-fired power facility in Michigan, to remain operational beyond its scheduled retirement date of May 2025. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit determined that the Energy Department exceeded its authority by using emergency powers, as there was no genuine emergency under the Federal Power Act. Energy Secretary Chris Wright had argued the 64-year-old plant was essential for regional electricity reliability. Environmental groups and the states of Michigan, Illinois, and Minnesota challenged the order, citing concerns about increased ratepayer costs and environmental pollution. The court's decision reverses a directive that has already cost approximately $259 million to keep the plant running, expenses that critics argue are being passed on to Midwest families and businesses. This ruling is part of broader legal challenges against the Trump administration's effo...