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Duke to Expand Footprint in Kannapolis, Google included as partner
Jan 27. Officials from the North Carolina Research Campus formally announced today that Duke University is expanding its presence at their site. Duke originally opened an office there in 2008 to manage the MURDOCK STUDY, a program that promises to technologically identify linkages across major diseases and disorders in order to defeat some of today’s leading […]
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Jan 27. Officials from the North Carolina Research Campus formally announced today that Duke University is expanding its presence at their site. Duke originally opened an office there in 2008 to manage the MURDOCK STUDY, a program that promises to technologically identify linkages across major diseases and disorders in order to defeat some of today’s leading […]
Jan. 27. NASCAR officials recently announced the 2015 Drive for Diversity roster. Officials chose from over 100 applicants from 14 different states. The class includes: Devon Amos, Jay Beasley, Colin Cabre, Natalie Decker, Kenzie Ruston and Dylan Smith. Drive for Diversity helps women and multicultural drivers break into the higher levels of motorsports by providing them […]
Jan. 26. With the assistance of key stakeholders, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College composed a new strategic plan for 2015-2018. Through the plan the Board of Trustees hoped to accomplish the following goals. They hope to prepare students for career opportunities that stimulate sustainable economic and workforce development; foster a culture of learning that inspires academic excellence […]
Jan. 23 The Rowan County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted its 89th Annual Gala at Catawba College’s Crystal Lounge. Over 200 Chamber members attended the Gala. This year’s award winners included: Patterson Farms Inc., Chamber Champion Small Business of the Year; Martha Bostian, Paul E. Fisher Volunteer of the Year; and, Dr. Michael Bitzer (Catawba College), […]
Jan. 23. Aquesta is reporting fourth-quarter unaudited net income rose 3.6 percent to $374,000 (15 cents per share) vs, net income of $361,000 (14 cents per share) for the fourth quarter of 2013. Unaudited net income for 2014 was $1.71 million (67 cents per share) vs. $1.47 million in 2013. The Cornelius-based financial company increased […]
Jan. 22. Charlotte Motor Speedway was recognized by the North Carolina Motorsports Association for contributions to the community through its Science, Technology, Engineering and Math-based educational field trip program. Marcus Smith, president and general manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway, accepted the award, presented by NASCAR icon Ray Evernham. “Through the STEM program, Charlotte Motor Speedway […]
Jan. 22. The superstructure rising 38 feet above Catawba Avenue was lit up for the first time tonight. It is clearly visible from the exit ramps both northbound and southbound on I-77. The mast and cables, as well as the lighting, are part of $2 million worth of “aesthetic” improvements at the bridge. This portion […]
The presidents of the 10 community colleges in the Charlotte region have reached an agreement to form a new partnership aimed at making the region a hub of global commerce. Called the Regional Collaborative for a Global Economy, the partnership members will seek to lead the region in its economic vision to make Charlotte a […]
By Dave Yochum The Widen I-77 anti- group is apparently ready to throw a serious legal road block in front of NCDOT plans to use toll lanes to widen I-77 between Charlotte and Lake Norman. At a news conference tomorrow, Widen I-77 will announce the name of the law firm that will file a preliminary injunction to […]
Jan. 10 The mast-and-cable superstructure is up on the bridge over I-77. Workers were on site all night and by 7 a.m they were tightening and adjusting the stainless steel cables, just like the rigging on a big sailboat. Workers said they expect to finish this afternoon, well ahead of schedule. The NC DOT said […]
By Dave Vieser North Carolina Highway 3, so numbered in honor of the late Dale Earnhardt Sr., will have a new wider look in the very near future. Construction on a $32.1 million widening plan in Kannapolis is slated to begin in 2016, and property needed to accommodate the wider road is already being acquired […]
After months of off and on construction, the DDI at I-77 is wide open in each direction. Next up: Gov. McCrory comes to Cornelius to christen the sailboat-like bridge.
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Auto House of Mooresville opens new location
Jan. 23 Auto House of Mooresville recently opened in a new location, 202 W. Plaza […]
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John Woods retiring from Peoples Bank
Jan. 23 John Woods, a well-known local banker before he became mayor of Davidson, is […]
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Newton-based Carolina Trust reports 2014 net income of $7.14 million
Jan. 22 Carolina Trust Bank reported net income available to common shareholders of $5.12 million […]
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Cabarrus Chamber annual lunch Feb 13
The Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce annual luncheon is Friday, Feb. 13 at Great Wolf Lodge. The […]
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New websites for Business Today and Cornelius Today enhance reader experiences
By Dave Yochum. Business Today and Cornelius Today launched new websites that will provide an […]
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