Record #:

44612

Author(s):

Ellis, Kevin

Abstract:

"Winners of NC Chamber's 'Coolest Thing' contest reflect diversity in Tar Heel State manufacturing." The NC Chamber has promoted the contest for the past six years to heighten awareness of manufacturing's importance in the state. Noted are Siemens Mobility in Lexington, producing passenger coaches for trains; World Cat Boats in Tarboro and Ordway Glass Company in Fuquay-Varina, producer of stained glass art.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p16-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Manufacturing industries--Tarboro; Manufacturing industries--Lexington; Manufacturing industries--Fuquay Varina; Manufacturing--North Carolina--diversity

Record #:

44618

Author(s):

Cuthrell, Shannon

Abstract:

Cornelius based retail chain Apotheca in 2019 with a few Charlotte locations and has grown to 50 plus store and 350 employees. Tripp Liles, salestraining director attributes the phenomenal growth of the firm in that "people are pushing back against anxiety and sleep medications that have been widely prescribed in favor of cannabis, which offers them a more natural, healthy alternative."

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p54-59, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Marijuana; Cannabis industry; Cannabis industry--economic drivers--North Carolina

Record #:

44619

Author(s):

Singe, Kerry

Abstract:

The tile game Mahjong originated in 19th-century China but has exploded in the U.S. since the pandemic. In Charlotte's South Park neighborhood, Gourmand Market has met great success in offering lessons and events tied to the game.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p12-13, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Charlotte--retail trade--Mahjong; Mahjong (game)

Record #:

44613

Author(s):

Leggett, Page

Abstract:

"A new generation is discovering why Jimmy Carter, Mark Twain and Elvis enjoyed visits at North Carolina's oldest continuously operating hotel." NuWay Hotel in Burnsville opened in 1833. the hotel survived four generations of ownership under the same family until being sold in 1990s. After a period of decay, a Greensboro couple reopened the established in August 2024.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p8-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Hotels--Burnsville

Record #:

44614

Author(s):

Macmillan, Mike

Abstract:

Data centers are mushrooming, boosting economic prospects while raising concern over N.C. energy policies." As a result of the growth, Duke Energy projects energy demand in North Carolina will grow eight times faster over the next 15 years than in the previous 15.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p60-63, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Data Centers--North Carolina; Energy consumption--North Carolina

Record #:

44617

Author(s):

Wiggins, Lori D. R.

Abstract:

The courthouse was constructed between 1858 and 1861. Designed by William Percival, it's the only building to survive from Caldwell County's antebellum period.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p84, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Caswell County--Courthouse