Record #:

23896

Author(s):

Dodson, Jim

Abstract:

Blowing Rock has impressed visitors for centuries and is among North Carolina's most beloved towns. Through the years, the small mountain town's economy has easily bounced back from national economic downturns like the Great Recession, making for a prosperous town that still relies on tourism.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 7, July 2015, p6-8, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Watauga County--Economic conditions; Tourism--Blowing Rock

Record #:

23897

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

In the Western North Carolina Round Table, leaders from the region discuss western North Carolina's culture, progress, and potential for moving forward.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 7, July 2015, p22-29, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Employment

Record #:

23898

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

With the decline and sale of North Carolina's independent community hospitals, the proceeds often form foundations that support local nonprofits. These nonprofits typically provide services for people in need and long-term benefits for their communities.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 7, July 2015, p30, 32-33, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Non-profit organizations

Record #:

23899

Author(s):

Martin, Edward

Abstract:

The Triad region established the marketing strategy of regionalism in North Carolina and it became a model for seven other state-designated regional partnerships. Now, however, politicians are suspicious of regionalism, for many communities are becoming more concerned with individual economic growth. Consequently, population, wages, and employment in the Triad are falling behind the metropolitan regions of Charlotte and Raleigh.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 7, July 2015, p48-54, il, por, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Forsyth County--Economic conditions

Record #:

23900

Author(s):

Mildenberg, David

Abstract:

Clay Grubb, relator and owner of Grubb Properties, relies on a century-long family history in the business and hopes to profit from the younger generations in Charlotte.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 7, July 2015, p60-65, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Real estate business; Mecklenburg County--Economic conditions