Wake Forest HRC hosts Minority & Women-Owned Business Expo on Feb. 22, 1-4 p.m., featuring over 35 local vendors.

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.

Raleigh is introducing resources to aid Minority and Women-Owned Businesses, including the MWBE Project Pipeline for upcoming city projects and personalized support through business assessments.

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.

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.

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.

The Goldston Public Library Winter Book Sale offers a variety of affordable books, with proceeds supporting the library. Santa will visit for story time and photos.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport introduces nonstop flights to Calgary via WestJet, starting June 9, 2025, to improve connections to Western Canada and beyond.

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.

Trader Joe's opens a second store in Raleigh at Brannon Station, with customers and long-time fans expressing excitement for the convenient new location and the brand's unique offerings.

Amazon has acquired 77.43 acres of land in Edgecombe County for a potential "last-mile" facility, promising job opportunities and economic growth for the local community.

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.

Trader Joe's is set to open a new Raleigh store on Nov. 15 at Brennan Station Shopping Center, offering local products and hiring over 50 crew members.