Wake Forest Welcomes NCFST's "Pay-What-You-Can" Mobile Grocery Store Initiative
The NCFST partners with Ripe for Revival to launch a mobile grocery store in Wake Forest, offering a pay-what-you-can system for local produce, meats, and dairy, aiming to provide affordable, healthy food options.
Raleigh City Council Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Boost Affordable Housing with Land Sale
Raleigh City Council approves the sale of city-owned land to Habitat for Humanity for $200,000 for the development of four affordable homes, ensuring 99-year affordability for residents earning below AMI.
Celebrity Chef Ford Fry to Spice Up Raleigh's Iron Works with New 'Little Rey' Taco Spot Opening December 9
Celebrity chef Ford Fry's 'Little Rey' Mexican restaurant opens on Dec 9 in Raleigh's Iron Works district, offering casual all-day counter service and a menu featuring Northern Mexican cuisine.
Wolfspeed CEO Gregg Lowe Steps Down, Company Seeks Successor Amid Strategic Refocus
Wolfspeed's CEO Gregg Lowe steps down; interim led by Thomas Werner. The firm seeks new CEO and plans layoffs while focusing on silicon carbide chips and facility upgrades, buoyed by significant government funds.
FedEx to Shutter Durham Center and Cut 341 Jobs in Raleigh Amid Operational Restructuring
FedEx is closing its Durham office and laying off workers in Raleigh, impacting a total of 341 jobs due to operational realignment. The company has provided WARN notices to North Carolina’s Department of Commerce.
Acquisition Deal Saves Up to 400 Big Lots Stores from Closure, Preserving Jobs and Brand Presence
Big Lots' potential closure of stores is averted as up to 400 stores are sold, preserving jobs. Variety Wholesalers will buy 200-400 stores, maintaining the Big Lots brand and potentially retaining staff.
Wake County Real Estate Sees $5K Increase in Median Prices and Surge in Sales for December 2024
Wake County reported a rise in median real estate prices to $460,000 and an increase in sales transactions for December 2024. The high-value segment saw notable growth, while the core market also experienced a surge in activity.
Quail Run Building Materials to Expand Operations with New Plant in Youngsville, Investing $1 Million and Creating Jobs
Quail Run Building Materials is expanding in Franklin County, NC, with a new $1 million manufacturing facility anticipated to create 5-10 jobs, enhancing the local economy and manufacturing sector.
Town Prepares for Winter Shutdown as Offices and Public Facilities Close Ahead of Snowstorm
Town authorities have announced closures of local government facilities for Wednesday, February 19, due to severe winter weather forecasts, affecting both administrative operations and public services.
Raleigh Launches Grant Programs to Revitalize Commercial Spaces, Up to $25K for Interiors, $10K for Facades
Raleigh offers grants for commercial space improvements, including the Building Up-fit Grant for interior work and the Facade Rehabilitation Grant for exteriors, aiming to boost local economic growth.
Raleigh Prioritizes Local Economy by Launching Annual Small Business Survey for Enterprises with Fewer than 50 Employees
Raleigh's Economic Development office launched an Annual Small Business Survey for businesses with up to 50 employees, aiming to partner and improve support for local small-scale enterprises.
Wake County's Real Estate Market Sees Robust Activity in March with Median Prices Rising to $452,000
March 2025 sees Wake County's median property price rise to $452,000, with a spike in high-value sales, including a $137.5 million condominium transaction. Total sales surpassed $1.5 billion across various market segments.
Mother and Daughter Found Safe Following Kidnapping Ordeal in Garner, Suspects Sought
A mother and daughter were safely found after a reported kidnapping in Garner, following an armed break-in where suspects demanded $1 million. They were discovered in Wake Forest and the suspects remain unidentified.
Chapel Hill's Iconic Mama Dip's Kitchen Closes After Nearly 50 Years, Promises New Beginnings
Chapel Hill's historic eatery Mama Dip's Kitchen has closed after nearly 50 years, with plans for the brand's future. Founder Mildred Cotton Council's legacy lives on despite the physical closure.
SBA Rolls Out Low-Interest Disaster Loans for North Carolina Residents and Businesses Impacted by Tropical Depression Chantal
The SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans to North Carolina residents and businesses affected by Tropical Depression Chantal, with financial support available in several counties.
Man Arrested After Car Chase Ends in Crash into Wake Forest Reservoir
The Wake County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man after a car chase ended with a crash into Wake Forest Reservoir. The pursuit began when he failed to stop for a deputy. Charges are pending and the investigation is ongoing.
Raleigh Water Announces Temporary Suspension of Payment Services to Launch New Billing Portal
Raleigh Water's billing system will be offline from Nov. 7-11 for a portal upgrade, affecting payment and service processes; emergency services will continue. Late fees and disconnections are suspended temporarily.
Corning Transitions Tarboro Warehouse Operations to Ryder; Staff Expected to Retain Positions
Corning Inc. has announced it will transition its 780,000-square-foot Tarboro distribution hub to Ryder. Though the company filed a state-mandated WARN notice, the facility will remain open and the majority of the 123 employees are expected to transition to Ryder.
NC Clean Energy Jobs Grow as Manufacturing Expands
A new statewide report finds NC clean‑energy jobs rose 13.8% since 2020, with battery and solar manufacturing now powering much of the growth. The shift is reshaping hiring and training needs across the state.
Prepac Yanks Plug on Whitsett Factory, 200 Jobs Axed Near Greensboro
Prepac will close its Whitsett factory and lay off about 200 workers starting May 2; the company pointed to high domestic costs and low‑cost imports while state incentives come under scrutiny.
Biotech Gold Rush Hits North Carolina As Piedmont Cranes Keep Swinging
Biotech plants and big corporate projects pushed North Carolina to record investment in 2025, and officials say the state’s workforce and population growth could keep the momentum going.
FDA Warning Over Ozempic Deaths Rocks Triangle Pill Plants
The FDA issued a March 5 warning letter saying Novo Nordisk failed to report serious adverse events, including three deaths, tied to semaglutide. The action raises fresh scrutiny for the company’s Triangle manufacturing footprint.
7 Brew Storms Triangle as Smithfield Lands First Drive-Thru Stand
Smithfield approved plans for 7 Brew’s first Triangle drive‑thru, according to town records and the Triangle Business Journal. The move raises questions about queuing and traffic in the area.
Bull City Record Shop Spins Its Last Track as Triangle’s Final Eddie Bauer Fades Out
Durham’s Bull City Records is retiring at month’s end, and an Eddie Bauer outlet at Smithfield’s Carolina Premium Outlets is in liquidation. Here are the final dates and what shoppers need to know.
Asian Supermarket Heavyweight And Swing Bays Golf Bar Crash Triangle Retail Scene
An Asian supermarket will take a large space in Cary while an indoor golf bar signs on at Raleigh’s Seaboard Station. Both leases underscore the Triangle’s retail reshuffle.
Kings Mountain Mine Advances After USGS Appalachian Lithium Find
Federal researchers estimate about 2.3 million metric tons of lithium in the Appalachians, and Albemarle’s Kings Mountain project has cleared key federal reviews. The move brings jobs—and tough environmental questions—to the Charlotte foothills.
Stanly County Hits Rock-Bottom Jobless Rate As Charlotte Job Mix Flips
Stanly and Currituck recorded the state’s lowest unemployment in March at 2.8%, while Charlotte metro added thousands of education and health jobs even as manufacturing and hospitality lost positions.
Booze Giant Shutters Charlotte, Raleigh Warehouses As Dozens Lose Jobs
Republic National is closing distribution sites in Charlotte and Raleigh, cutting 39 jobs in Charlotte and 14 in Raleigh amid a nationwide restructuring. The moves are part of larger market sales and WARN filings.
Durham's Spiffy, Ex-CEO Slammed With Coast-to-Coast Fraud Claims
Franchisees in multiple states say Durham-based Spiffy misrepresented sales, support and equipment; former owners have filed mediation demands and federal suits alleging fraud and RICO claims.


























































































































































































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