Record #:

40608

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

Moore County, once a retirement mecca, is now known for its opportunities in education, health care employment, and tourism. These opportunities, along with a proximity to Fort Bragg, led to this county having the best rural economy in the state and Pinehurst/Southern Pines rising to 27 in an economic-strength ranking of micropolitan communities.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 39 Issue 1, January 2019 , p71-72, 76, 78, 80 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Moore County--Economic development; Moore County--Industry; Pinehurst; Southern Pines; Micropolitan communities--North Carolina--Pinehurst/Southern Pines; Micropolitan communities--North Carolina; Sandhills Community College (Pinehurst); Moore County--tourism

Record #:

39726

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

A National Science Foundation grant-funded study examined the relationship between these factors: an economy driven by industries such as tourism and defense; public policies; a 301-mile shoreline vulnerable to elevating sea levels and more frequent hurricanes. The study’s goal: predict how culminated climatic changes will impact people’s receptiveness to buying property in counties such as Dare, Carteret, and New Hanover.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 12, December 2017, p38, 40-45 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Carteret County--Economic conditions; Dare County--Economic Conditions; New Hanover County--Economic conditions; Brunswick County--Economic conditions; Onslow County--Economic conditions; Tourism--North Carolina, Coastal; Defense industry--North Carolina, Coast; Commercial fishing--Eastern North Carolina ; Hurricanes--Economic aspects--North Carolina; Hurricanes--ecological impact--North Carolina, Coast; Sea level rise--North Carolina, Coastal

Record #:

27338

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

The Charlotte region is experiencing significant economic growth. Avalanche Consulting Inc. credits the region’s competitive business location, entrepreneurship and innovation, and Charlotte’s workforce. The consulting firm determined Charlotte’s strengths as manufacturing, financial services, logistics and distribution, health, and information technology. These along with a growing trade relationship with China and the excellence of the region’s educational system are making Charlotte an attractive destination for business development and travel.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 36 Issue 10, October 2016, p97-100 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

International business enterprises--Charlotte; Charlotte--Economic conditions

Record #:

27689

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

Nuclear energy has proven to be a safe, clean, and reliable alternative form of energy. Nuclear plants in North Carolina have been successful, but there is still some resistance to using nuclear power.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 1, January 2017, p44-45, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Industry; Alternative energy sources; Nuclear energy

Record #:

29129

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

The agrarian side of Nash and Edgecombe counties is being utilized to grow a manufacturing workforce in furniture manufacturing, food processing, textiles, railway distribution, and recreational opportunities.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 8, August 2017, p89-90, 92, 94, 96, 98-102, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nash County--Economic conditions; Buncombe County--Economic conditions

Record #:

39527

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

Counties like Nash and Edgecombe, historically agrarian, have been developing a strong manufacturing base in the past few decades. Generating economic and job growth for towns like Rocky Mount and Tarboro are industrial recruiters like Carolinas Gateway Partnership, companies like Tyson Foods, Inc., and projects like the Carolina Connector intermodal rail terminal.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 8, August 2017, p90, 92, 94, 96, 98-101 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nash County--History; Nash County--Industry; Edgecombe County--History; Edgecombe County--Economic conditions; Rocky Mount--Industry; Tarboro--Industry; Carolinas Gateway Partnership (Edgecombe County); Manufacturing industries; Food processing companies; Economic development; Job creation--North Carolina; Nash Community College; Edgecombe Community College

Record #:

43497

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

Formerly ranked amongst the 40 most economically distressed counties in North Carolina, Nash and Edgecombe's counties have struggled to remain afloat for several years. Amidst the struggle, the two subdivisions have plans for a bright future by welcoming both foreign and domestic business investors.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 8, August 2022, p79-86 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nash County--NC ; Edgecombe County--NC ; North Carolina Department of Commerce; Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina

Record #:

36251

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

Part of winning the ongoing battle with cancer included factors that many patients not of limited means may take for granted: transportation and cost of insurance and treatments. Attesting to the necessity of affordable health care included descriptions of cutting-edge procedures and benefits of the modern multi-faceted, collaborative approach to treatments.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 37 Issue 6, June 2017, p40, 42, 44-45 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Cancer; Medical care; Medical care facilities; Health care; Health care accessibility; Charlotte; Winston-Salem; Wilmington