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Coast Guard Report to Help Decide Cape Fear Memorial Bridge Replacement as Residents Voice Concerns

[WWAY] The Cape Fear Memorial Bridge replacement project is progressing, with three designs under consideration—a moveable-span bridge and two fixed-span options at 100 and 135 feet tall. The final choice depends on a Coast Guard report due in March. Public concerns include tolls, pedestrian access, and the potential demolition of historic homes, like Elizabeth O’Donnell’s 19th-century residence. A decision is expected by September 2025, and construction could take five years once started.

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Energy Debate Heats Up as Duke Expands Gas-Fired Plants in NC

[News&Observer] Duke Energy will replace coal-fired power units with gas-fired plants at two North Carolina sites, citing the need for reliability and affordability during the transition to cleaner energy. The Roxboro plant will see an 83% rise in greenhouse gas emissions, and the Marshall plant’s emissions will more than double. Environmental groups criticized the move, highlighting concerns about methane emissions and increased pollutants like volatile organic compounds. While Duke says the shift reduces coal-related toxins, critics argue the plan slows progress toward renewables and lacks strict timelines for retiring coal units. State regulators approved the projects, prioritizing grid stability but sparking debate over balancing energy needs with environmental goals.

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News Roundup

Local News:

• NC student data compromised in breach

• Reward offered for arrest of teen suspect in deadly Lumberton Walmart shooting

Western North Carolina:

• Asheville residents call on FEMA to extend housing aid for Helene storm victims

What you should know:

• Banks may remain open, stock markets & US Federal Courts closed and there will be no mail today in observance of Jimmy Carter’s Memorial Service

• Firefighters battle devastating Los Angeles wildfires

• Fire hydrants ran dry in Southern California

• Man arrested trying to enter Capitol with machete as Carter lies in state

• Trump asks Supreme Court to block sentencing in hush money case

What might surprise you:

• Mexico to roll out 'panic app' for nationals being deported

National & World News:

• Vietnam Paying Citizens Up To $200 To Snitch On Bad Drivers

• Chick-Fil-A's Lemon-Squeezing Robots Saving 10,000 Hours of Work

• Man found frozen to death at Houston bus stop

• Scientists Mystified By Massive Structures Detected Miles Underneath Pacific

To-Do!

✅ Watch’s President Jimmy Carter’s Memorial Service

Weather Forecast

Thu 09 Sunny | 41°/25° | 0% | NW 16 mph
Fri 10 Cloudy | 42°/36° | 16% | WNW 6 mph
Sat 11 AM Light Rain | 46°/28° | 66% | WNW 17 mph

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Tide Forecast

Thursday, January 9

• 2:50 AM: 4.15 ft (High Tide)

• 9:33 AM: 0.02 ft (Low Tide)

• 3:12 PM: 3.14 ft (High Tide)

• 9:27 PM: -0.59 ft (Low Tide)

Friday, January 10

• 3:56 AM: 4.31 ft (High Tide)

• 10:32 AM: -0.10 ft (Low Tide)

• 4:19 PM: 3.18 ft (High Tide)

• 10:22 PM: -0.65 ft (Low Tide)

Saturday, January 11

• 4:56 AM: 4.49 ft (High Tide)

• 11:29 AM: -0.22 ft (Low Tide)

• 5:16 PM: 3.31 ft (High Tide)

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