Senator Budd's North Carolina Priorities | Winston–Salem News

Duke Energy and Data Center Costs | Winston–Salem News

North Carolina’s Attorney General is demanding Duke Energy go beyond promises and commit to a legally binding tariff for data centers—massive energy users that can drive up electricity costs for everyone. While Duke signed a federal pledge to responsibly manage power needs, Attorney General Jeff Jackson insists on state-level oversight to ensure these giants pay their fair share and help keep rates stable for regular customers. With towns across the state banning or pausing new data center projects, the pressure is mounting for a transparent, accountable energy pricing system that protects everyday ratepayers. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0cc49ceb1a040d2d

Dylan Warbritton Accused of Campus Threat | Winston–Salem News

Dylan Warbritton Accused of Campus Threat | Winston–Salem News

NC Education Commission Drafts Bold Reforms | Winston–Salem News

North Carolina’s Blue Ribbon Commission is tackling education reform head-on, focusing on three pillars: boosting early literacy, strengthening teacher support, and reimagining school accountability beyond test scores. Since April, the commission has proposed concrete steps like raising teacher pay and building better onboarding systems to make teaching more sustainable. With a final vote slated for September, these draft recommendations signal a major shift toward a more holistic, student-centered approach to public education. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/06c68f6b90a93898

North Carolina Pushes Hemp Ban | Winston–Salem News

North Carolina’s law enforcement and prosecutor groups are sounding the alarm, urging lawmakers to pass a sweeping hemp bill before the session ends — or risk letting intoxicating THC products flood the market unchecked. The controversial conference report, already approved by the Senate, would ban any hemp product with over 0.4mg of THC per container — a threshold that would effectively outlaw most current offerings — and prohibit sales to anyone under 21. Critics argue the bill’s real aim is to crush the hemp industry, while supporters insist it’s a necessary shield for kids. With the House needing more time to review, the fate of the bill hangs in the balance — and law enforcement says the stakes are too high to delay. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/59f41e8a2f3d2048

Winston-Salem Schools Eye New Bond | Winston–Salem News

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is set to tackle big decisions this Tuesday, including a potential bond referendum to fund future school improvements, while also ushering in a new meeting format and preparing for the start of four-year board terms on July 1st. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/afe0c264be8a1d59