W. Randolf Chitwood, Jr. is a cardiothoracic surgeon who many believe is the best when it comes to using highly technical equipment to conduct various heart surgeries. The author discusses his experience having heart surgery and how Greenville, North Carolina became an important medical research hub.
A global credit crisis led to the downfall of Wachovia, which was eventually bought out by Wells Fargo. The author discusses the reasons Wachovia failed.
The nation's largest privately-owned retail store, Belk, is Charlotte-based and plans to expand, regardless of the recession and weak economy. The Belks have been operating their stores for 120 years.
Potters in Seagrove, Randolph County, discuss the exceptional quality of the clay found in North Carolina. Celebration of Seagrove potters will hold a festival to highlight the craftsmanship of local potters.
After three Duke Lacrosse players were accused of raping a stripper, Joe Cheshire discussed how he exonerated his clients and how the DA, Mike Nifong, was accused of lying about DNA evidence and eventually was charged himself.
Light rail in Charlotte created a construction boom as businesses cropped up along the rail route. Light rail may be the answer for North Carolinas bustling cities as it becomes more expensive to buy gas and park in town.
The North Carolina Global TransPark was a proposed airline terminal that caters to manufacturing and business in Kinston. The terminal, however, was eventually placed in Greensboro, which offered more clients and greater demand for airport cargo and industrial centers.
Batanga.com, located in Greensboro, is a radio web site that caters to those who enjoy Latin music. The site features genres such as tango, flamenco, salsa, and even classic rock, all in Spanish. The author interviews the owners of the business to find out why they have been so successful in Greensboro.
The U.S. National Whitewater Center outside of Charlotte spent about 38 million dollars to construct an artificial river for rafting and kayaking activities.
Dave King is chief executive of Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, North America's second largest clinical laboratory. King discusses how he became the Corporations CEO and his plans for its future.
The Durham Bulls, a minor league baseball team, bring in the crowds when hosting games at their home stadium. The author presents the history of the team.
Marine industries in North Carolina and Virginia have suffered since 1995 as a result of competition from imports, increasing regulations, and coastal development. The author discusses how various businesses strive to keep afloat.