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43026
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"The Raleigh-Durham area has tremendous momentum with a combination of top universities, highly skilled labor and advanced manufacturing. For Research Triangle Park's 7,000 acres and surrounding 11-county territory of innovation, manufacturing and technology, new construction and incoming business keep the commerce hub ticking."
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Hickory Furniture Mart, representing nearly 200 furniture companies reminas a mecca in Catwaba County. Hickory Chair Furniture Co.makes 90 percent of its furniture in Hickory. the company is part of the Shuford family's parent company Rock House Farm. There are over 36,000 worker in the state's furniture industry.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 41 Issue 9, September 2021,
p40-42
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43292
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"Transportation improvements, including the Monroe Expressway, are changing agrarian Union County. They're making business easier, spurring academic opportunities and creating an inviting quality of life." At a cost of $731 million, the Monroe Expressway opened in 2018.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 41 Issue 11, November 2021,
p72-75
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43301
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"Tourism was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. But North Carolina's hospitality industry adjusted better than most states and is poised for a rebound, thanks to diverse attractions, open space andpublic health programs."
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43321
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"A perennial agricultural powerhouse, eastern North Carolina is turning new leaves. It's refocusing and expanding , cultivating assets to create a bountiful future." Greenville based NCEast Alliance identified work-force and entrepreneurial development as needs for its 20 county area. Todd Edwards of the Farmville Group cites the importance of interstate roads in the region.
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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.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 8, August 2022,
p79-86
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43885
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"An elite coastal beach club preps to become the East Coast's finest." Coral Bay Club at Atlantic Beach began in 1958 and has a current membership of 625, an elite power list from across North Carolina. The renovation project is expected to cost $20 million.
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43962
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"Gaston County is revitalizing its down-towns while strengthening foundations in healthcare, education and manufacturing." A number of multi million dollar projects are in the works, touching on all municipalities in Gaston County. The following article gives summary.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 44 Issue 1, January 2024,
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44434
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"Storm response and modern approaches are reshaping tourism and travel in North Carolina. More than efforts to bring visitors, they are commitments to support and protect the state's unique communities and regions." In September 2024, Hurricane Helene caused nearly $60 billion in damages. Goals in 2025 include driving sustainable interest in travel and hospitality which supports recovery.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 3, March 2025,
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44088
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"Despite setbacks, Nash and Edgecombe Counties are ready to shine." The area saw a major setback in December 2021, with a fire that took ou the QVC plant. Touted currently, the Carolina Gateway Partnership in Rocky Mount, the Carolina Gateway Partnership, the Middlesex Corporate Center, the CSX Carolina Connector Intermodal Terminal, enrollment of over 16,000 at Nash Community College and other.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 43 Issue 12, December 2023,
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44353
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"Mostly rural Stanly County is only a hop, skip and jump from the state's most -populous city. It's investing in a future that supports growing businesses and expanding population, while protecting its natural and cultural wonders." Stanly County Director of Economic Development cites regionalism for making Stanly county attractive to businesses. The county is updating its Comprehensive Land Use Plan to balance the interests of industry and agriculture..
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 1, January 2025,
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44373
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"Edgecombe and Nash Counties have welcomed high-dollar business investments. Those and the preparations they're making to bring more strengthen the region as a whole." Natron Energy has chosen Edgecombe County's Kingsboro Business Park megasite, where it will build its first U.S. factory and create more than 1,000 jobs. Canadian manufacturer Crump Group will be investing $13.2 million in a manufacturing and distribution center in Nashville.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 2, February 2025,
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