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JetZero Breaks Ground on 8 Million Sq Ft at PTI
Read more JetZero Breaks Ground on 8 Million Sq Ft at PTIJetZero broke ground on its first manufacturing and final assembly campus, an 8 million square foot factory on more than 600 acres in Greensboro. The location will be home to production of JetZero’s next-generation aircraft and will create 14,500 jobs over the next 10 years. In Greensboro, JetZero will produce the Z4, designed for the […]
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Governor Stein Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week at Davidson-Davie Community College
Read more Governor Stein Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week at Davidson-Davie Community CollegeGovernor Stein visited Davidson-Davie Community College for National Apprenticeship Week and celebrated the college’s work to train North Carolina’s nursing workforce. “Apprenticeships unlock doors of opportunity for the next generation, help employers develop homegrown talent, and support our state’s workforce needs,” said Governor Josh Stein. “This National Apprenticeship Week, we are doubling down on our […]
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Team LaunchPoint Begins in High Point; Invests $300,000, Creates 40 Jobs
Read more Team LaunchPoint Begins in High Point; Invests $300,000, Creates 40 JobsA new venture capital firm and startup accelerator, Team LaunchPoint, will be established in High Point to create a hub for business development and job growth. The project will redevelop a 15,000-square-foot office building at 1321 Long Street into a multi-tenant facility for the parent venture firm and its startup companies, with two newly incorporated […]
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Travel + Leisure: This Scenic Amtrak Route Doubles as a Giant Troll Scavenger Hunt
Read more Travel + Leisure: This Scenic Amtrak Route Doubles as a Giant Troll Scavenger HuntSeven giant trolls have taken up residence across North Carolina. Typically tucked into parks and natural settings, the trolls are spread across Charlotte, High Point, and Raleigh. They’re the work of Danish artist Thomas Dambo, known for his larger-than-life trolls crafted from recycled materials and assembled with the help of local volunteers. Travel + Leisure […]
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TSEA Energy Selects Eden; Creates 160 Jobs, Invests $25 Million
Read more TSEA Energy Selects Eden; Creates 160 Jobs, Invests $25 MillionTSEA Energy, a manufacturer of energy equipment, will establish its first U.S. manufacturing plant in Rockingham County. The company says it will create 160 jobs and invest $25 million in Eden. The company has been delivering engineered solutions for power generation, transmission, and distribution systems since 1968. Specialized in large power transformers, voltage regulators and […]
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Reynolds American Commits $3.2 Billion to U.S. Operations; Supports 2,000 Jobs
Read more Reynolds American Commits $3.2 Billion to U.S. Operations; Supports 2,000 JobsReynolds American has announced a forward-looking commitment to invest more than $3.2 billion across its U.S. operations by 2030, reinforcing its long-term focus on value creation and American manufacturing. The investment, which began in 2024, is expected to support more than 2,000 direct and indirect jobs across the company’s operations and U.S. supply network, including […]
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STERIS to Create 335 Jobs; Invest $600 Million in Sanford
Read more STERIS to Create 335 Jobs; Invest $600 Million in SanfordSTERIS plc (NYSE: STE), a leading health care company, will create 335 jobs in Lee County. The company will invest $600 million in a new manufacturing and distribution Chemistries Manufacturing Center of Excellence in the city of Sanford. Founded in 1985, STERIS is a global provider of products and services that support patient care with […]
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PGA Stars on the Wyndham Championship Field in Greensboro
Read more PGA Stars on the Wyndham Championship Field in GreensboroFounded in 1938, the Wyndham Championship is the seventh-oldest event on the PGA Tour, excluding the majors. As the last tournament of the regular season, it sets the 70-player field for the FedEx Cup Playoffs. The annual contest is held on the Donald Ross-designed golf course at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, NC. Justin Thomas, […]
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Skyeton to Invest $3.1 Million, Create 32 Jobs in Fayetteville
Read more Skyeton to Invest $3.1 Million, Create 32 Jobs in FayettevilleSkyeton, Inc., a manufacturer of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), will create 162 new jobs in Cumberland County. The company will invest more than $3.1 million in Fayetteville to establish its first flagship manufacturing operation in the United States. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Skyeton, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Skyeton Holdings, a global manufacturer of […]
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Canadian ATV Manufacturer, Swamp Rider Chooses High Point; Invests $2.4 Million, Creates 60 Jobs
Read more Canadian ATV Manufacturer, Swamp Rider Chooses High Point; Invests $2.4 Million, Creates 60 JobsSwamp Rider, a Canadian manufacturer of amphibious all-terrain and utility task vehicles, will establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in High Point. The company will invest $2.4 million in personal property and renovations and create 60 jobs over five years at 1908 Nugget Dr, High Point. Founded in Winnipeg, Canada, Swamp Rider produces specialized vehicles […]
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Dobson: A Hidden Gem for Wine Lovers
Read more Dobson: A Hidden Gem for Wine LoversOenophiles should head to the gorgeous Yadkin Valley—which boasts over 250 wineries and vineyards hidden within its rolling mountains—and stay in Dobson. This charmingly inviting winery town in North Carolina promises visitors drinks, food, and views galore. Although the Yadkin Valley has many towns that are worth visiting, Dobson is the birthplace of its wine […]
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Supreme Nonwoven Inc. to Invest $25.8 Million, Create 50 Jobs in Davidson County
Read more Supreme Nonwoven Inc. to Invest $25.8 Million, Create 50 Jobs in Davidson CountySupreme Nonwoven Inc., a leading manufacturer of advanced nonwoven materials and products, will create 50 new jobs in Davidson County. The company will invest $25.8 million to establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Lexington. Supreme Nonwoven Inc. is a subsidiary of Supreme Group, headquartered in India. The new facility in Lexington will be more […]