Record #:

44261

Author(s):

Smith, Katherine Snow

Abstract:

A global powerhouse in affordable apparel, H&M Group is opening it's first U.S. factory in Mebane. The aim is to reduce the fashion industry's impact on the environment. The entity will make polyester discarded textiles. Operating altogether 4,400 stores, H&M is the second largest global retailer.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 44 Issue 11, November 2024, p12-13 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Clothing industry; Mebane--Industry; H&M Group (apparel)

Record #:

44263

Author(s):

Mildenberg, David

Abstract:

The author gives commentary to the recent effects of Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina. The region, roughie the size of Massachusetts, was hit incredibly hard. Major engineering problems include repairing Interstate 40. He poses what will revive the situation in North Carolina is a strong response from the state's elected officials.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 44 Issue 11, November 2024, p4 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hurricane Helene

Record #:

44285

Author(s):

Mitchell, Tucker

Abstract:

"Adding more nurses becomes a top priority for state lawmakers." It is estimated North Carolina will be short 17,500 registered nurses within a decade. Addressing a shortage of instructors is of particular concern as nursing educators don't earn as much as their peers on the frontline. In North Carolina, the gap between these two is slightly over $10,000 per year. The North Carolina Legislature has set aside $546 million in the two-year state budget running through 2025 to address the need.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 44 Issue 11, November 2024, p18-19, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nursing schools--North Carolina; Nurses--shortages--problems; Nurses