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A new café, retail and rental complex coming to the Greensboro Science Center will elevate the guest experience.

Constructed as part of Expedition Rainforest: The Greensboro Biodome and Aquatic Rehabilitation and Conservation Center, the upper zoo plaza will be reimagined into a vibrant new hub featuring a brand-new café, enhanced retail offerings and rental spaces.

The new complex will also provide improved amenities for members and guests while serving as a “welcoming gateway to experiences across the campus.”

“The opening of the Biodome-ARCC project will bring a 4-in-1 science campus to Greensboro. Where else will both citizens and travellers alike be able to experience a rainforest biodome, aquarium, zoological park, and science museum all in one location? With visitorship expected to rise to over 750,000 annual guests, designing a much larger food, retail, and rental facility turned from a nicety to an absolute necessity,” said CEO Glenn Dobrogosz.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/greensboro-science-center-announces-caf-200612748.html

What is currently hundreds of acres of land will soon be home to the $65 million Davidson County Sports Complex.

Davidson County Parks and Recreation Director Thomas Marshburn gave us a sneak peek of where the project will be built, directly behind Southmont Elementary School off NC 8 and Owens Road.

“We’re shooting to open the aquatic center Memorial Day 2027. It’s a pretty quick turnaround. You’ll see this dirt get turned around pretty quick. We’ll have that open by Memorial Day and then all the other athletic fields will be complete soon after that as well,” Marshburn said.

Assistant County Manager Jason Martin provided us images of the conceptual plan. Once the project is built,  Martin says it’s projected to bring in $3 million a year in revenue, then an additional $1.7 million from sponsorships. The project will be paid for with the money the County been waiting to use from the American Rescue Plan Act.

https://myfox8.com/news/north-carolina/piedmont-triad/davidson-county-moving-forward-with-sports-complex/

Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc., a leader in delivering comprehensive HVAC solutions and building automation services, has announced a $13.5 million capital investment to expand operations at its new location on Triad Center Drive in Greensboro, NC. The project will create 131 new, high-quality jobs with an average annual salary of $77,137, while retaining 335 existing positions, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to Guilford County and the Triad region. The expansion strengthens Hoffman & Hoffman’s operational footprint in the Southeast and reflects the company’s dedication to advancing building technology solutions that prioritize sustainability and client success.

Founded in 1947, Hoffman & Hoffman is known for its expertise in designing, distributing, and servicing advanced mechanical systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional customers. The company’s continued growth reflects its ability to meet the evolving needs of clients with innovative solutions in energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and building performance.

“As we evaluated locations for our next phase of growth, it became clear that Greensboro and North Carolina offer the right combination of talent, infrastructure, and community support for Hoffman & Hoffman’s future,” said Jim Bingham, CEO of Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc. “This expansion is more than a business decision; it’s a recommitment to the city and state that have supported us for nearly eight decades. Greensboro is where our company was built, and it’s where we will continue to innovate and grow.”

https://chamber.greensboro.org/news/Details/hoffman-hoffman-announces-13-5-million-expansion-in-greensboro-adding-131-new-jobs-and-retaining-335-positions-304173

Environmental Air Systems, LLC (EAS), headquartered in High Point NC has selected Asheboro as a site for a major expansion of its structural assembly operations. This expansion supports the Specialized Volumetric Modular Industry, which serves key markets including pharmaceutical, data, and semiconductor sectors.

Driven by continued growth and increasing customer demand, EAS identified Asheboro as the ideal location due to its workforce availability, financial viability, and strategic speed-to-market advantages. The company will lease the former Klaussner Furniture facilities at 4402 US Hwy 200 S in Asheboro, now owned by Schwarz Properties, and plans to invest at least $20 million in building renovations, and machinery and equipment.

This expansion of their operations will create 300 new jobs paying average annual wages of $55,133.

Environmental Air Systems (EAS) delivers comprehensive infrastructure solutions by integrating mechanical, electrical and building automation system design. By combining design-assist services, off-site manufacturing, and on-site construction, EAS ensures seamless project execution from concept through completion.

https://www.rcedc.com/article/300-new-jobs-coming-to-asheboro