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Boom Supersonic wrapped up construction on its supersonic jet factory in Greensboro
Boom Supersonic has wrapped up construction on its Superfactory in Greensboro, where it'll manufacture supersonic passenger jets. Why it matters: Boom has ambitious plans to transform commercial air travel with its supersonic aircraft Overture, which it's calling "the world's fastest airliner." Between the lines: Located at the Piedmont Triad International Airport, Boom's factory has the capacity to produce 33 Overture aircraft per year, the company said in a statement Monday.The company plans to add an assembly line that will double its production capacity.The Superfactory campus will also include a delivery center where carriers such as United Airlines, American Airlines and...
North Carolina shines at the U.S. Open at Pinehurst
Unbelievable golf tournament, that was. Yes, but: To be very serious for a minute. The most delightful moment of the U.S. Open for North Carolinians in attendance at Pinehurst was that glorious breath when we turned into the food vendors' area and saw the words Merritt's Store and Grill. Why it matters: Bacon. Lettuce. Tomato.Yes, this was that Merritt's, the Chapel Hill institution, serving up their world-famous "love sandwich" to the general public. We had at least four between us over the week.What else we ateSeveral North Carolina businesses snagged prime marketing at the tournament, including Parker's Barbecue out of...
Bryson DeChambeau won the US Open and captured the hearts of fans in Pinehurst
Bryson DeChambeau did what many of us do at Pinehurst: come as one version of himself, and leave as another.Why it matters: Once one of golf's most provocative antagonists, DeChambeau gathered waves of supporters over his four-day parade around the No. 2 course, capped by an eruption on the final green Sunday after his putt to capture the U.S. Open Championship in the village long known for its healing powers.The big picture: Golf may not strike everybody's fancy, but the people who do care about it really, really care. And Pinehurst cares more than any other place in the country.DeChambeau,...
Where NC mortgage holders are underwater on their home loans
Data: Attom; Map: Jacque Schrag/AxiosWhile most U.S. homeowners are sitting on a mountain of home equity after years of rising house prices, a number of mortgage holders in some pockets of North Carolina are underwater on their loans. Why it matters: That means these folks owe more on the mortgage than their home is worth, which puts them in a horrendous financial situation if they need to sell their house, Axios' Brianna Crane writes. Zoom in: Rocky Mount had some of the highest percentages in the state of homeowners with underwater mortgages as of the first quarter of this year,...
Some of the Triangle's best sushi is located inside a gas station
Some of the Triangle's best sushi is found in one of the unlikeliest places β a gas station in Apex.Why it matters: Chef Bird Owattragool has built a loyal following at Akami Sushi, an intimate sushi bar located in the back of a Han-Dee Hugo's.What to expect: Behind what used to be a Subway deli counter, Owattragool expertly cuts a rotating cast of fresh fish like tuna, bluefin, amberjack and red snapper.His team of chefs makes rolls that dance across flavor profiles, from classics like dragon and spider rolls to adventurous in-house creations. For those looking for a more stripped-down...
How to celebrate Juneteenth in the Triangle this weekend
Juneteenth is just five days away, and this weekend will be packed with events to celebrate. The June 19 holiday commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas learned they'd been freed.πΆ Listen to music, play yard games and grab lunch from food trucks at John Chavis Memorial Park on Friday from 11am to 1pm. π³ Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to take in an afternoon of entertainment and food at the Capital City Juneteenth Celebration 2024 on Saturday at Harvey Hill at Dix Park in Raleigh starting at noon.π¨ Head to Pittsboro on Saturday for...
Pinehurst No. 2 is one of North Carolina's top destinations for making memories
As the first fans of this U.S. Open entered Pinehurst No. 2 on Monday, I found my gaze fixed on a new clock. A four-sided Rolex recently replaced a two-sided coin-shaped one that had stood between the 1st and 18th holes for years.Why it matters: Look, it's just a clock, but this minor detail derailed me. I've been coming to this place β and writing about this place β for more than two decades. I've witnessed professionals sink championship-winning putts on the 18th green and amateurs win Putter Boy trophies. I've celebrated milestone birthdays with my brother here. I proposed...
Insufficient childcare is costing NC $5.65 billion, a new report shows
Here's a mind-boggling stat: Problems with child care are costing North Carolina's economy $5.65 billion annually, according to a report released by the NC Chamber Wednesday. Why it matters: Almost 3 in 10 child care centers throughout North Carolina say they'd be forced to close if state lawmakers don't step in with financial support when pandemic-era grants expire at the end of this month, Axios' Katie Peralta Soloff reported.Driving the news: Already, issues with affording or finding child care create an estimated cost of $4.3 billion for North Carolina businesses, the report found, due to employees leaving jobs or missing...
How to talk about the U.S. Open at Pinehurst with your golf-obsessed friends
You don't need to love golf to take pride in the U.S. Open in Pinehurst. You simply need to love North Carolina and a good story or few.Why it matters: With the USGA's recent investment in making this Sandhills village an "anchor site" for its national championship, Pinehurst enters this U.S. Open as the unofficial beating heart of American golf for the next generation β in the same way that Tobacco Road is the heart of college basketball, and Lexington is the pulse of pork barbecue.If you want to look smart among your golf-obsessed friends, here's how to fake it.The...
Meet the Raleigh designer making waves across the U.S.
Raleigh-based designer Maggie Dillon was recently recognized by elite interior design magazine House Beautiful in its annual Next Wave Class of 2024.Why it matters: The list highlights the big up-and-coming names in interiors across the U.S. There are only 13 spots and two North Carolina designers received a nod.Dillon's delightful approach to design is all about feeling good in your home β and it shows. Think floral wallpaper, purposeful pops of color, whimsy. I've followed her online for years and even photos of her spaces bring me joy! What's next: I had the chance to ask her a few questions about her work.Describe your design style in three words.Patterned, eclectic, layered.What's one home design trend you're loving right now?Hand-painted everything!What's one trend past its prime?IΒ try not to dig too into trends, but I do typically take on a "more is more" approach.Best local spot for home decor or furniture?Hands down, Union Camp Collective!Where do you find inspiration?All over: travel, design publications, social media, art and fashion trends!Mind sharing a little about your offerings?We are a full-service interior design firm that welcomes further conversation from anyone inquiring.
10 best public golf courses around the Triangle, ranked
The Triangle is home to some fantastic, accessible golf courses. Craig Walton grew up in the area and has played them all several times.Walton, who lives in Raleigh, runs the RDUgolf Tour, a community for golfers across central N.C.He's put together a ranking of the Triangle's 10 best public or semi-private courses, including details like pricing and scorecard. While Walton works in corporate finance, golf is his passion.Five criteria were used to determine the top 10 courses:The "Wow" Factor: something about the course that is unique and makes you want to come back.Conditions: factoring in current and general trends of...
Ionna, an EV charger company backed by 7 automakers, will add 200 jobs in Durham
An electric vehicle charger manufacturer backed by some of the world's largest automakers has picked Durham for its global headquarters. Why it matters: Ionna β whose chargers are used by BMW, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis β will create 203 new jobs in Durham by 2029, according to the N.C. Department of Commerce. Driving the news: Ionna will receive approximately $3.9 million in state incentives if it meets hiring and investment goals in Durham County.Zoom in: Ionna was founded with the goal of creating a new, high-powered charging network with at least 30,000 chargers. The minimum average wage for the new jobs would be $128,457, according to the Commerce Department. The company was also considering expanding in Austin, Texas, before selecting Durham. Ionna was founded earlier this year, and many of its executives come from the car industry, The Verge reported. Its new headquarters in Durham will be focused on helping automakers address charging issues following software updates, tackle customer issues closer to the source, and offer interoperability testing.
PFAS contamination is widespread across North Carolina's drinking system, a new report finds
Drinking water for at least 2.5 million North Carolinians is contaminated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at rates exceeding the Environmental Protection Agency's new standards, according to a new report from the nonprofit advocacy group the Environmental Working Group. Why it matters: Exposure to certain levels of these synthetic compounds, referred to collectively as "forever chemicals," has been linked to adverse health effects in humans and animals, including an increased risk of cancer, Axios previously reported.Catch up quick: The chemicals are often used to make nonstick or stain-resistant coatings. They're also in products like firefighting foam and other goods...
The U.S. Golf Association's long-term commitment to Pinehurst includes offices, labs and a hall of fame
This week's U.S. Open in Pinehurst is not just a showcase of the best golfers in the world. It's a peek into the village's growing influence on the game since becoming the U.S. Golf Association's first "anchor site."Why it matters: Beyond developing the official rules of the game and regulating the handicap scoring system, USGA's researchers and experts, many of whom are now based in Pinehurst, influence the future of the sport itself.The big picture: The village has long been a hallowed totem of the golf world thanks to its famous Pinehurst No. 2 course and its golfing community.It has...
Raleigh will break ground on new 17-story downtown city hall
The city of Raleigh breaks ground Tuesday on a new 370,000-square-foot downtown city hall that will house offices and conference facilities for the city council and various municipal departments under one roof.Why it matters: At 17 stories, the new East Civic Tower will add to Raleigh's growing skyline. Construction of the $206 million office tower comes as Raleigh tries to revive its prepandemic downtown vibrancy.Between the lines: The tower is taking the place of the old police headquarters (110 S. McDowell St.), which was torn down earlier this year, the News & Observer reported.Other features of the new city hall...
Construction on the first Raleigh bus rapid transit line was supposed to start next month, but the city still hasn't found a builder,
Construction on the first Raleigh bus rapid transit line was supposed to start next month, but the city still hasn't found a builder, the News & Observer reports. Why it matters: Raleigh's BRT, which operates similarly to light rail but at a cheaper cost, will be the first in the state. The project aims to alleviate traffic congestion for the city's bus system and increase accessibility.It's also one of Raleigh's biggest investments, totaling nearly $100 million for its eastern section alone.Driving the news: Seven months after Raleigh's groundbreaking ceremony for the line, the city is preparing to put the project...
Relay, a communications platform for frontline workers, raises $35 million
Relay, a Raleigh-based startup making communication tools for frontline workers, has raised $35 million from investors, CEO Chris Chuang exclusively tells Axios. What it does: Relay makes what is essentially a smart walkie-talkie that enables managers to communicate to workers remotely. Because it is connected to the internet, it can also provide real-time location data and insights.The tool has proven useful in fields like hospitality, with hotel workers using them between floors, as well as in health care, education and manufacturing, Chuang said. Relay's device, which include smartphone app integrations, can also do real-time language translation between workers and...
NC developers seek to build on land with up to 3,000-year-old Native American remains
North Carolina lawmakers are moving to loosen development requirements that would allow real estate developers to build homes on a "highly significant archaeological site" the state says includes a Native American burial ground up to 3,000 years old.Why it matters: A recent archeological survey discovered the site has "no less than 11 potential human burial clusters," each containing multiple individuals as part of a Native American settlement spanning over multiple centuries between 1000 BCE β 1600 CE, the state Department of Natural and Cultural Resources said in a letter provided to Axios.The site, located in Carteret County's Cedar Point, a...
NC DMV offices to open on Saturdays through the summer
Starting June 8, 16 DMV offices throughout North Carolina will resume walk-in services on Saturdays. Why it matters: North Carolinians now need a photo ID to vote, and a REAL ID to fly domestically by May 2025.But residents have had to wait as many as eight weeks to receive their driver's licenses in recent months βΒ much longer than the usual two weeks β as the DMV has faced a print production backlog of more than 350,000 licenses.Between the lines: The backlog is expected to be resolved by the end of this month, NC DMV Commissioner Wayne Goodwin told lawmakers Thursday. Zoom in: Two offices in Raleigh will be open throughout the summer from 8am to noon: One in North Raleigh (2431 Spring Forest Road, Suite 101) And another in West Raleigh (3231 Avent Ferry Road) See the full list of DMV offices open from June 8 - August 24 here. Go deeper: Everything you need to know about Real ID in North Carolina
How Duke Energy plans to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
What the future of energy production and consumption in North Carolina could be decided in Raleigh later this year. Why it matters: State regulators will produce a new roadmap later this year for how Duke Energy, the state's regulated monopoly utility, will reduce its carbon dioxide emissions in North Carolina in the coming years. Driving the news: House Bill 951, a bipartisan bill passed in 2021, requires Duke Energy to achieve a 70% drop in its statewide carbon dioxide emission from 2005 levels by the end of the decade. It also requires the utility to reach net zero carbon dioxide...
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