Tag: Whiteville NC
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Surprising Highlights from North Carolina’s Q2 Economic Development Activity Report (EDAR)
I was flipping through the latest Q2 2025 Economic Development Activity Report from the EDPNC, and a few things really stood out. These reports are always packed with big numbers, but this quarter had some surprises I didn’t expect. Here’s what caught my eye: In case you don’t know what is in the Sandhills region,…
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North Carolina’s 2025 Rural Infrastructure Grants: Fueling Growth Across the State
North Carolina continues to shine as a beacon of economic growth and opportunity. In February 2025, the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved 13 grants totaling approximately $9.6 million to bolster rural communities. These strategic investments are set to create 371 new jobs and attract over $165 million in public and private investments. Economic…