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Duke Energy workers walk through the turbine room at Oconee Nuclear Station near Seneca. Environmental groups and Duke Energy reached a settlement tied to the utility’s proposal to merge its Carolinas and Progress subsidiaries. (Photo/Duke Energy)
Mar 10, 2026

Settlement reached in Duke Energy Carolinas merger case

Environmental groups reached a settlement with Duke Energy over its plan to combine Carolinas utilities, aiming to deliver savings and energy programs for SC customers.

The Saluda Grade Trails Conservancy paid $28.5 million for 31.5 miles of rail corridor for a trail connecting South Carolina and North Carolina. (Photo/Saluda Grade Trail)
Jun 26, 2025

$28.5M land purchase sets up rail-to-trail project in North and South Carolina

The Saluda Grade Trails Conservancy paid $28.5 million for 31.5 miles of rail corridor for a trail connecting South Carolina and North Carolina.