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Tourism spending in Guilford County nearly doubles since 2020 as Triad totals keep rising
(WGHP) — Tourism spending across the Piedmont Triad keeps climbing, even as the post-2020 surge begins to slow. According to visitor spending data released Tuesday by Visit North Carolina, the state saw a 7.26% increase in tourism spending from $33.326 billion up to $35.631 billion, a new record for North Carolina. The Piedmont Triad saw […]
Governor Cooper visits Cherry Point, thanks military members, hears concerns
HAVELOCK, N.C. (WNCT) — Governor Roy Cooper stopped at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Tuesday. He spoke with military leaders from across the state and heard their concerns about what needs to be fixed on the bases. The main takeaway was that the state needed to invest more in public education and childcare. Gov. […]
Creed named district conservation director
This week Surry Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors County announced the appointment of Laken Creed as the new district conservation director. Creed started in her new role on August 1. She succeeds in that position Tony Davis who recently retired after a career spanning more than three decades with the Soil and Water Conservation District. For the past 18 years Davis has served as the group’s director. ...
Cosmetics manufacturer to bring over 100 jobs to High Point
HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Governor Roy Cooper announced on Tuesday that Cosmetics & Cleaners International LLC will invest millions in Guilford County and bring jobs. A statement released by the governor’s office says the company will invest $8.4 million to locate a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in High Point. Cosmetics & Cleaners International LLC […]
Boil water advisory issued in Town of Tryon
TRYON, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Town of Tryon issued a boil water advisory on Wednesday in preparation for water line maintenance. Customers on Chestnut Street and Pacolet Street will experience low pressure or outages while the water maintenance goes on. They are advised to boil water as there is...
Canton gears up for 116th Labor Day Festival; dogs not allowed
CANTON, N.C. (WLOS) — Canton's 116th Labor Day Festival is just around the corner. It will take place at Sorrells Park on Sept. 1 and 2. All are welcome to enjoy food, local arts and crafts, local brews and music from the Marshall Tucker Band and Balsam Range. With...
Shelby parks’ rule that adults can’t use parts of playground isn’t new, city says
SHELBY, N.C. (WBTV) - Some playground equipment at parks in the city of Shelby are only meant for children 12 years old and younger, the city confirmed to WBTV on Tuesday after concern arose on social media. Certain playground features, including swing sets, available at Shelby parks are “specifically designed...
NC Granite cutting division, 30 jobs
A unit of North Carolina Granite Corp. that has produced material for some of America’s most-iconic monuments has found itself on the chopping block. “They’re closing the Cut Stone Division,” according to an inside source who spoke Tuesday on condition of anonymity, and provided confirmation of reports swirling around the community of a shakeup at the local quarrying operation at Flat Rock. “It’s not a rumor,” that person added, with...
High on the Hog at the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival
It’s Labor Day Weekend in the Village of Pinehurst, and you can smell it a mile away: Aromas of smoked meats waft through the downtown area, beckoning you toward the Village Green. Over sounds of crackling wood fires, you hear euphoric voices: “OH, that is SO GOOD!”. This...
North Carolina Zoo ranked No. 1 in America, report says
ASHEBORO, N.C. (WBTV) - The North Carolina Zoo recently took the No. 1 ranking in Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Awards. In Newsweek’s report featuring the top 10 zoos in the U.S., Asheboro’s NC Zoo takes the top spot, excelling beyond well-known competitors like the Bronx Zoo and the San Diego Zoo.
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