Professional and collegiate sports are the current hot business enterprises in North Carolina because they are perceived as virtual cash cows with infinite profit potential.
Public interest groups have flourished in North Carolina because of the political climate and because most groups focus on statewide issues rather than local or regional issues.
Mostly known for its mountain peaks, waterfalls, and pristine settings, Transylvania County is now emerging as a county rich in cultural opportunities and one with a considerable industrial base.
On July 1, the Mint Museum of Art in Charlotte relinquished its status as a department of the City of Charlotte and stopped receiving funds from the city in hopes of receiving greater funding from the private sector.
The insistence on preserving their historic pasts while building a manufacturing base has allowed New Bern and Craven County to create a nearly recession-proof economy.
On the eve of a year-long celebration marking its founding in 1792, the capitol city looks back to commemorate its central role in the state's political and economic life.
Computers and new-age communications systems are opening new frontiers for the public relations and advertising professions, speeding the evolution of practitioners into management consultants.