Record #:

43193

Author(s):

Solender, Michael

Abstract:

First Turn Innovations recently launched a 5,000 square foot incubator facility in Charlotte to harness intellectual talent of skilled NASCAR mechanics, whose demand in the industry likely will be lessend with a shift in NASCAR rules. Kevin Mahl is co-founder.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 1, January 2022, p16-17 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

NASCAR (Association); NASCAR--rules--developments

Record #:

43195

Author(s):

Martin, Edward

Abstract:

"Changing the State's quirky liquor system churns debate, but lucrative transfers to government coffers repel calls for reform." Current criticism is focussed on the North Carolina ABC Commission's contract with a private Missouri company which operates the state-owned central warehouse in Raleigh.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 1, January 2022, p32-37 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Alcoholic beverages; North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission; Liquor--distribution

Record #:

43199

Author(s):

Campbell, Colin

Abstract:

"Retired packaging executive Ed Fitts and his wife, Deb, lead a renaissance of a Halifax County hamlet." The couple have already given generously to projects at North Carolina State University. An outcome of the 2020 Pandemic has meant more people living year-long in the nearby Lake Gaston recreational area. The Fitts's have aided Littleton in growing the downtown area and capitalizing on the increased traffic connnected to Lake Gaston. One of their premiere projects involves the renovation of the old Littleton High School campus.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 1, January 2022, p38-41 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Littleton--Revitalization; Downtown revitalization--Littleton; Fitts, Edward P. (Sonoc executive); Halifax county--Business

Record #:

43200

Author(s):

Cool, Jennings

Abstract:

Statesville has developed a reputation as the hot-air balloon capitol of the East. The Carolina BalloonFest has been going on in Iredell County for the past 45 years and is the second largest of its kind in the country. Over the past several years, the festival has gnerated $787,000 for area non-profits.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 1, January 2022, p86-88 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Ballooning--North Carolina; Statesville--Description and travel; Carolina BalloonFest--Statesville