October 2018
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE
Tales of true crime make Criminal a popular podcast
Two public radio veterans build a popular podcast around tales of true crime.
Community banking pays off in Roxboro
A tiny community bank thrives among the giants in central N.C.
Mako Medical sets a blistering growth pace
A Raleigh medical-industry startup is setting a blistering growth pace, hoping to disrupt an industry dominated by two incumbents.
State-of-the-art laboratory coming to west Raleigh
Raleigh will host one of the nation’s most complex labs as state government combines testing sites.
James Smith brings the Lone Star state to Wilmington’s food scene
James Smith’s burgers and brisket bring a touch of the Lone Star state to Wilmington’s food scene.
Zaki Khalifa donates his oriental rug fortune to Pakistani schoolchildren
An esteemed High Point rug dealer donates his fortune to Pakistani schoolchildren.
Hurricane Florence dumped record rainfall on eastern N.C.
Hurricane Florence shattered rainfall records that caused flooding and damage in eastern North Carolina.
Raleigh preps 20-story downtown city hall
Raleigh builds it's own municipal building and it will be the largest in the state.
Publix plowing $400M into Greensboro distribution center
Publix is slated to open a new distribution center in Greensboro in 2022. It is expected to employ 1,000 by 2025, with salaries averaging $44,000 a year.
New Panthers President Tom Glick trades futbol for football
David Tepper tapped Tom Glick as the president of the Carolina Panthers in August.
Mission Health’s $1.5 billion sale expected to close by year end
Nashville-based HCA Healthcare agreed to pay $1.5 billion for Asheville-based Mission Health and Dogwood Health Trust will benefit.
Mebane strives to keep its charm as it grapples with growth
Mebane grapples with growth as the Triangle’s expansion spreads west.
Commentary: Parking is big business for airports
Parking plays a pivotal role in making the state’s two major airports fly.
Commentary: State treasurer wants hospitals to cough up the data
Could improved clarity on health care costs spur a more competitive marketplace?
N.C. businesses, schools forge partnerships for young workers
Businesses and educators forge partnerships to build a future workforce.
Use of natural substances leads revolution in N.C. orthopedic care
The science of taking care of our bones, joints and muscles has advanced by leaps and bounds.
Strong aerospace sector propels Union County’s prospects
Touted as a hub for economic diversity in the state, Union County nutures strong industrial, agricultural and regional sectors.
