Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.
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for "Economic development"
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36295
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Reported as among the top ten research universities in the United States, UNC Chapel Hill’s research endeavors has greatly impacted treatment measures for diseases such as cancer, postpartum depression, and diabetes. Such accomplishments possible through partnerships with corporations, as well as personalized treatments and targeted therapies.
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Research Center; IBM; Genetics--Research; Postpartum depression; Cancer--Medical care; Cancer--Research; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. School of Medicine; Diabetes--Prevention; Job creation--North Carolina; Economic development
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43041
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"North Carolina businesses exported a record $34.35 billion in merchandise in 2019 but started this year facing the economic impact of an unprecedented global pandemic." John Loyack is EDPNC vice president of global business services.
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32216
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During the past six years, 859 industries have opened new plants in North Carolina. Most of these plants chose sites in smaller communities and rural areas. This article discusses the variety of industries, economic development and growth in North Carolina.
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The North Carolina Rural Initiative, led by the N.C. Rural Economic Development Center and modeled after a Michigan program, aims to channel $85 million of public and private funds to aid small businesses, local governments, and others in need.
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31213
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The author examines local responses to changes in economic growth and capital mobility by addressing differences in distinctly local styles of economic development planning. Capital mobility refers to the movement of industry to an area experiencing local economic growth, in the face of a current economically declining locale.
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30968
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Holly Springs, NC experienced a boom in residential growth throughout the 90's due to the sprawl of the Triangle area. By the end of the 90's, the town with only a single grocery store established an economic development department with plans to balance its tax base by recruiting industry.
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36273
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Economic and occupational growth in the Tarheel State, partly because of sectors such as banking and higher education, has fed what Hood called North Carolina Exceptionalism. What may be less obvious to those on both side of the political spectrum is the role that the Republican and Democrat parties have played in the growth of such sectors, whether for credit or blame.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 36 Issue 2, February 2016,
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28917
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The North Carolina Arts Council is leading an economic development and cultural preservation initiative for western North Carolina. The Blue Ridge Heritage Trail will serve communities that want to highlight their own cultural heritage as an economic development strategy. By focusing on the region’s most compelling stories, communities can attract tourists to experience distinct traditions.
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North Carolina's economy is far more diversified than it was a few years ago, but traditional industries, including hosiery, furniture, and textiles, are being buffeted by new forces.
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According to the N.C. Department of Commerce, the state ranks first in the nation in economic development for 1996, with $7.4 billion in business relocations and business expansions by in-state companies.
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30206
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Tryon International Equestrian Center in Polk County, North Carolina has expanded its property to develop hospitality and accommodation services. While equestrian events attract horse fanciers, the center’s greater impact might be on the economic landscape of Polk County and the equestrian industry.
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Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 36 Issue 6, June 2016,
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28922
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Wayne Martin, folk life director at the North Carolina Arts Council, explained how traditional arts are an integral part of the culture of North Carolina and can contribute to a wealth of opportunities in cultural tourism. If done well, heritage tourism spurs economic development and helps preserve cultural traditions at the same time.
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13918
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There has been more development of North Carolina beach property during the last ten years than the previous forty.
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30958
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Following the decline of the tobacco industry, Wilson is refocusing its economy toward arts and innovation. With a city-built high-speed gigabit internet infrastructure in place, a planning partnership between community, business, government, non-profit, health and education seeks to create a "quality of place" that will attract more industry to the area.
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18843
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Community appearance and aesthetics in general are becoming more important in historic preservation in North Carolina, and some argue may even correlate with increased economic development.
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