City sustainability staff said high data-center electricity demand and backup generation are reviewed by Duke Energy and the North Carolina Utilities Commission; developers generally pay for grid upgrades and enter minimum-energy agreements.

Board endorses Flutter Entertainment’s delayed public offering and associated Guarantor applications.

Denise told the RDC that the Planning Commission unanimously approved Resolution 2601 finding the Heritage Hub plan consistent with the comprehensive plan, UDO and zoning map; the Town Council supported that decision and the project will go next to the Economic Development Commission before an RDC declaratory resolution on Aug. 6.

The Newton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a combined contract package totaling $159,331,405.20 for upgrades to the Cornish Creek water treatment facility and also approved an annual third‑party environmental testing contract to ensure compliance with EPD and EPA regulations.

Town officials told the council they have obtained a suite of permits (state critical‑area, historic/archaeological concurrence, US Army Corps verifications and state stormwater approvals) and are waiting on a county transportation sales‑tax referendum in November to confirm funding before the council moves forward with budget readings.

The commission approved three ownership transfers and eight annual licenses; Commissioner Mapp recused on the Vault 4 20 application and the board approved that application in her absence.

PDC requested an expedited variance for completions on the Ottinson Pad because a bald‑eagle nest was documented near an existing pad; CPW confirmed the juvenile fledged on June 15, 2026, and the commission approved the variance with the director’s recommended conditions.

Advisers presented analysis of competing offers to acquire Williamson Health and explained next steps: a possible nonbinding Letter of Intent, confirmatory diligence, and state Attorney General review. Commissioners pressed for more financial backup on taxes, EMS costs and employee protections.

The Washington Horse Racing Commission voted to renew ODS Technologies LP (TVG) ADW license for 07/27/2026–07/26/2027, approved a pending LLC transfer for the Kirkland OTB contingent on closing and other agency approvals, and approved meeting minutes and commissioner travel dates.

Board grants special exemptions for home sharing with vehicle and parking limitations.

Board approves Tapir Family Winery's retail wine license renewal for outdoor service.

The Grand Haven City Council voted unanimously to grant a conditional easement to allow the Board of Light and Power to pursue a community solar installation on a portion of the city airport, contingent on FAA/MDOT approvals, continued planning review and protections related to prior federal grant assurances.

Major update aims to accelerate research and strengthen patient safety

The FDA has delivered some end-of-year cheer to Vanda Pharma after approving Nereus, its drug for the prevention of motion sickness.

Patients in the US and EU with follicular lymphoma have new treatment options, thanks to new approvals for CD20xCD3 bispecifics Lunsumio and Epkinly.

On June 4 the Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment voted 6-0 to grant an 18-foot variance to reduce a 24-foot street setback to 6 feet so Stratford Hills may build a 24-by-36-foot, single-story leasing office at 700 Bolingwood Drive; staff will draft a written decision and council must adopt the order.

At the Dec. 18 meeting the commission approved nonrestricted and restricted licensing items — including a Boomer Sportsbook kiosk at the Mitzvah Club, suitability findings for Stella David (Entain) and MGM CFO Jonathan Hallikert, Venetian leadership approvals, several local acquisitions, and corporate transfers for Aristocrat.

Chipotle aims to proceed with project approval despite pending FEMA flood zone determination.

The Board approved William Marimon's application for 46 Bradford Road with conditions from ConCom.

Commission grants conditional use permits for a communications tower and clay pit operations.

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