March 2015

We examine the data to determine the state's best hospitals, plus offer second opinions from other popular rankings.

Treasurer Janet Cowell favors a bolder plan to ensure the state's pension stays among the nation's strongest.

Monthly report of business news from the Western region.

Monthly report of business news from the Triangle region.

Monthly report of business news from the Triad region.

Monthly report of business news from the Eastern region.

Farmland in North Carolina has decreased by more than 40% in the last half-century.

Monthly report of business news from the Charlotte region.

Statewide: Companies use science to improve crops, livestock and other farm products.

The state may take on more leverage to add roads, renovate older buildings.

Ex-Halliburton exec uses energy expertise to influence the state's fracking debate.

NCtrend: Rising demand for gluten-free products adds to the mix at Mills River food company.

North Carolina's new economic-development leader has autos on his mind.

College hoops has its allure, but the thrill is fading.

Hospitals are forming partnerships and systems, raising questions over the deals' impact on competition.

Republican-led legislature ready to put on a lively show.

The Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems is a survey administered to adult hospital patients between 48 hours and six weeks after discharge. These are the top [...]