Despite expected declines in employment and economic growth as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, recovery is underway in the Twin Counties.
Sunday, November 29, 2020
A panel of heavy hitters is scheduled to participate Thursday in the 2020 Economic Summit presented by the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce.
The location of what had been a longtime downtown motor lodge and restaurant is under contract.
Monday, November 23, 2020
The Kingsboro Business Center has received statewide recognition for its positive impact for job creation and superior transportation infrastructure.
Saturday, November 21, 2020
After an unexpected closure in the spring left Pinetops residents without a pharmacy for the first time in more than 35 years, it was a shock.
Monday, November 16, 2020
If you’ve ever gotten an X-ray and had one of those heavy, protective aprons positioned in front of your body, chances are it was made by a business relocating from New York to Edgecombe County’s Fountain Industrial Park.
The V Foundation for Cancer Research announced that the fourth annual Victory Ride to Cure Cancer presented by Braswell Family Farms will take place on May 22, 2021.
Cornerstone Building Brands Inc., a manufacturer of exterior building products, plans to build a production facility in Rocky Mount.
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The Chick-fil-A at Cobb Corners in the northwestern part of the city is open after having been closed for a time due to the coronavirus pandemic — and business appears to be quite good.
As part of a shared $10 million commitment of State Employees’ Credit Union and the State Employees’ Credit Union Foundation to provide COVID-19 disaster relief, an additional grant has been made to support local nonprofit organizations in communities across North Carolina.
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry is seeking entries for its inaugural Gingerbread House contest — and it could make you $2,500 richer.
While trade wars may be impacting the development of what is promised by Triangle Tire to be its first manufacturing facility outside China, economic growth at the Kingsboro Business Park got another boost Monday night.
Ted E. Whitehurst, president and CEO of PB Financial Corp., the holding company for Providence Bank, has announced that the Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share on common stock outstanding to shareholders of record at the close of business on Nov. 2.
The state Department of Labor recently recognized area employers and employees at the agency’s virtual annual safety awards banquet.
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On Jan. 1, 1980, a small business opened on Fairview Road in Rocky Mount. As the company celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, founder and chief sunshine officer Skip Carney looks at the history and future plans of Carney & Co.
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The lyrics of “When You Wish Upon a Star” tell the story of a dream coming true.
The NC Rural Center is urging qualifying businesses to apply for COVID-19 Rapid Recovery loans through the program with the deadline set for Oct. 15.
To better serve the Rocky Mount community, U.S. Cellular has reopened and renovated the company’s retail store at 2520 Sunset Ave.
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What had long been the Ruby Tuesday along Benvenue Road is soon going to be a Dodge City Steakhouse.
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For as long as Gene Osborne can remember, he has wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps.
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The Chick-fil-A at Cobb Corners in the northwestern part of the city is closed and the Atlanta-based restaurant chain gave a brief prepared statement saying the coronavirus pandemic is the reason.
Beginning on Oct. 19, Rocky Mount Urology Associates will become affiliated with UNC Physicians Network and Nash UNC Health Care.
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The head of a Nashville-based, family-owned business recently was recognized by a statewide business publication.
