The federal government has officially reopened after a record-breaking shutdown, ending weeks of economic disruption and uncertainty for federal workers and contractors. In major economic news for North Carolina, Toyota has opened its first U.S. electric vehicle battery plant in Liberty, marking a milestone investment in the state’s growing clean-energy and manufacturing sectors. Meanwhile, legal teams in the State Health Plan transgender care case have jointly requested a pause in proceedings as they consider next steps following recent rulings.

<p>The federal government has officially reopened after a record-breaking shutdown, ending weeks of economic disruption and uncertainty for federal workers and contractors. In major economic news for North Carolina, Toyota has opened its first U.S. electric vehicle battery plant in Liberty, marking a milestone investment in the state&rsquo;s growing clean-energy and manufacturing sectors. Meanwhile, legal teams in the State Health Plan transgender care case have jointly requested a pause in proceedings as they consider next steps following recent rulings.</p>

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Fed Gov’t Reopens, Toyota Opens NC Battery Plant

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