Bojangles getting out of the chicken biz? + New Duke Energy proposal could raise utility rates

Andrew Nantais
·2 min read

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1. Is Bojangles getting out of the chicken business? Here’s what they told us

The fried chicken at Bojangles undergoes about a 12-hour process, where the chicken is tumbled and seasoned and marinated before frying.
The fried chicken at Bojangles undergoes about a 12-hour process, where the chicken is tumbled and seasoned and marinated before frying.

Bojangles is getting out of the chicken business? Not exactly.

Recent comments made by CEO Jose Armario ruffled the feathers of some devout Bojangles fans online. Many were worried their beloved chicken spot would be going away.

Evan Moore sets the record straight.

2. Duke Energy wants to raise energy rates in NC. Here’s what has to happen first

Duke Energy expects the NC Utility Commission to make a decision on its proposed rate increase by December.
Duke Energy expects the NC Utility Commission to make a decision on its proposed rate increase by December.

Duke Energy has a new proposal that could hike up your utility bill.

But a state regulatory agency will need to hear from consumers before deciding whether to approve the increase.

Julia Coin explains.

3. Foundation led by Panthers’ David Tepper pledges $2M toward abuse survivors’ center

A foundation led by Carolina Panthers team owner David Tepper and his wife Nicole committed $2 million to a Charlotte center for abuse survivors.
A foundation led by Carolina Panthers team owner David Tepper and his wife Nicole committed $2 million to a Charlotte center for abuse survivors.

The foundation headed by Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper made a donation towards efforts to build a center to help abuse victims.

The $2 million donation was announced today and will help establish the first of its kind center in Mecklenburg County.

Lisa Vernon Sparks has more details on the announcement.

4. Editorial: Republicans too reckless for even this Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is seen on Thursday, September 8, 2022.
The Supreme Court is seen on Thursday, September 8, 2022.

Today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision in Moore v. Harper dealt a blow to North Carolina Republicans.

The court essentially told lawmakers that they either don’t understand democracy or don’t support it, the Editorial Board writes.

The decision today proves the GOP is too reckless, even for this Supreme Court.

5. Some more stories to read

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Drew Nantais is a Senior Growth & Engagement Producer for the Charlotte Observer.
Drew Nantais is a Senior Growth & Engagement Producer for the Charlotte Observer.