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‘Onward’: North Carolina state Rep. Ashton Clemmons from Guilford County announces resignation
GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A high-ranking Democratic lawmaker in North Carolina has announced her resignation. On Tuesday, North Carolina State Rep. Ashton Clemmons (D-District 57) announced on X that she will be resigning from her seat in the North Carolina House of Representatives and taking a job with the University of North Carolina system. […]
Lawsuit alleges discrimination, safety concerns at Greensboro-Randolph megasite
A federal lawsuit alleges a contractor at the Greensboro-Randolph megasite committed safety violations, retaliated against whistleblowers and engaged in racial discrimination. In January 2022, Ames Construction was awarded nearly $18 million to build a Toyota battery plant at the site. Lawyers for Vick Companies, a minority subcontractor, says their employees...
Excel Interior Door relocating operations to North Carolina
RALEIGH, N.C. — Excel Interior Door, a manufacturer of residential doors, is leaving its Alabama roots to relocate in Winston-Salem, N.C. The company plans to invest $10.5 million on a new manufacturing facility and administrative office. Excel Interior Door received a performance-based grant of $75,000 from the One North Carolina Fund to help with its relocation to North Carolina. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance to local governments to help attract economic investment and create jobs.
An urgent call to revitalize Winston-Salem’s declining corporate landscape
Over the past two decades, Winston-Salem has experienced a significant exodus of publicly traded corporate headquarters. Prominent companies such as RJ Reynolds, Krispy Kreme, Wachovia, BB&T, and Primo Water have all relocated, leaving a void in the city’s economic and social fabric. This trend not only equates to job losses but also signifies a broader deterioration in the community’s vibrancy and growth potential.
Greensboro prepares to host Junior Olympics
Greensboro is gearing up to welcome thousands of athletes and visitors to the Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympic Games. This will be the third time the Gate City hosts the games following successful runs in 2019 and 2022. Officials say the eight-day competition is expected to draw about 40,000 visitors, including athletes, their families, coaches, and spectators.
Greensboro, High Point And Guilford County Parks Team Up For Major Hiking Series
If you want to get outdoors this summer and fall and become familiar with some of the best trails in the cities and the county, then local parks and rec officials have come up with just the thing for you. The Parks and Recreation Departments of Greensboro, High Point and...
Guilford County Health Starts Vaccinations For School Year 2024-2025
Kids will be glad to know that they don’t have to go back to school for a while, but Guilford County health officials are already saying they’re ready to give your child the mandatory vaccinations for public school any weekday that you are. A spokesperson for the Health...
Pepper Building Winston Salem History: Timeline & Facts
The Pepper Building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a storied landmark that reflects the city’s rich industrial heritage and architectural grandeur. Completed in 1928 and designed by Charles Barton Keen in the distinctive Art Deco style, the building originally served as the headquarters for the Pepper Tobacco Company, a subsidiary of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company.
Unveiling November Snow: Winston-Salem’s Chilly Past
Imagine experiencing the rare and magical sight of November snow in Winston-Salem. Delving into the history of this picturesque city, you’ll uncover fascinating accounts of snowfall that have graced the streets over the years. Winston-Salem, situated in the heart of North Carolina, has witnessed its fair share of winter...
Eleven HPU students react to first day at RNC in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE — Eleven High Point University students with different majors and political backgrounds are currently working at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. They described the feeling when they heard the news of an assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, just two days before the Republican National Convention kicked off.
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