Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.
Search Results
2028 results
for "Business North Carolina"
Record #:
44421
Author(s):
Abstract:
"Designing and servicing electronic games at fraternal lodges proves to be lucrative work for Greenville entrepreneur Garrett Blackwelder. Blackwelder founded Greenville's Grover Gaming in 2013 after earning a bachelor's degree from East Carolina University in 2000. Grover recently agreed to sell its charitable gambling division to Light & Wonder for as much as $1.05 billion.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 4, April 2025,
p8-9, por
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Record #:
44433
Author(s):
Abstract:
Raleigh-based general contractor Cooper Tacia was founded in 2003. Last year, its portfolio revenues hit about $100 million. John Cooper and John Tacia began their introduction into the business world came during Hurricane Fran in 1996 as they volunteered cleaning yards in exchange for the right to sell wood they collected.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 3, March 2025,
p56-59, il, por
Periodical Website
Full Text:
Record #:
44436
Author(s):
Abstract:
"Duke University drives to become a bigger healthcare force in North Carolina." Noted in this endeavor is Duke's December 2024announcement to invest $250 million to buy Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. In January 2025, it declared a partnership with UNC Health to build a proposed $2 billion children's hospital in the Triangle. Another partnership in March was announced with Novant Health.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 4, April 2025,
p10-11, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44432
Author(s):
Abstract:
Brittany Brady is president of Henderson County Economic Development Partnership. Under Brady's leadership, the partnership has shifted it workforce mindset from academics to career and technical education. Currently the county has 8,000 technical and manufacturing jobs with average wages of $66,000, as opposed to its $3 billion tourism industry with average salaries at $30,000.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 3, March 2025,
p22-23, il, por
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44435
Author(s):
Abstract:
"Western N.C. golf courses battle to rebound from the hurricane's strike." Opened in 1927, The Muni was the first municipal golf course in North Carolina. The Muni was one of dozen of golf courses in Western N.C. affected by the storm. Others mentioned are Linville ridge Country Club and Sugar Mountain Golf Course in Banner Elk.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 4, April 2025,
p74-75, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44431
Author(s):
Abstract:
"CaroMont Health wanted more than a hospital when it approached leaders at Belmont Abbey College." Conversations on the project began in 2018 between the college, CaroMont leaders and the Southern Benedictine Society. the new $260 million hospital lies 10 miles west of Charlotte's center city.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 3, March 2025,
p16-17, il, por
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44434
Author(s):
Abstract:
"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.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 3, March 2025,
p64-69, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Record #:
44452
Author(s):
Abstract:
"East Carolina University's chancellor's home hits the market well below appraisal value." Last year, Chancellor Phillip Rogers and family moved out of the home to a three bedroom home in Winterville. At question is a 2018 appraisal supporting a $3.4 million valuation for the property.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 5, May 2025,
p38-39, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44456
Author(s):
Abstract:
"Hillsborough's PHE turned a once-taboo shopping experience into a $300 million adult retail empire." David Groves started Adam & Eve in 1980.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 5, May 2025,
p40-45, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Record #:
44457
Author(s):
Abstract:
"A creative lawyer repurposes a classic N.C. tobacco farm into a popular hunting enterprise." Bill Webb opened the 1,400 acre Webb Farm in Richmond County in 2005,
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 5, May 2025,
p46-49, il, por
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Record #:
44526
Author(s):
Abstract:
"Craven Community College's Volt Center makes connections between industry and workforce training." An Operation of Craven Community College, the Volt Center is located near downtown New Bern. Ray Staats, Craven's president had a vision for a workforce training based on short-term training. The Volt Center opened in 2019. So far its seen 4,500 students pass through.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 8, August 2025,
p10-11, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44525
Author(s):
Abstract:
"A pioneering auto dealer mad a huge, little known mark on North Carolina." J Phillips Johnston's recent self-published book notes pioneer and entrepreneur Charles C. Coddington for being able to gain exclusive rights to sell Buicks in North and South Carolina at the dawn of the automotive age in 1907.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 8, August 2025,
p18, il
Periodical Website
Full Text:
Record #:
44528
Author(s):
Abstract:
Noteworthy this year, 23 Tar Heel companies have outperformed on the S&P 500 index for the past five years. The results routinely illustrate that the steadiest winners are not the most flamboyant winners.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 8, August 2025,
p60-67, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text:
Record #:
44527
Author(s):
Abstract:
"Adrienne Cole builds bridges to the capital city's future.' Cole is currently president and CEO of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. Born in Raleigh, Cole's first professional position was with Pamlico County as economic planner, building inspector and 911 coordinator. Cole was named to her position with the Chamber in 2017.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 8, August 2025,
p50-54, il, por
Periodical Website
Record #:
44524
Author(s):
Abstract:
In North Carolina, the legislature doesn't have to worry about a government shutdown as there are no limits to the length of its sessions. Simply put if there is no new budget decided, state agencies continue functioning on the current one.
Source:
Business North Carolina
(NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 8, August 2025,
p22-23, il
Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Full Text: