Business
WalletHub puts NC at No. 36 nationwide for loosening COVID-19 restrictions
May 22. A new nationwide survey puts North Carolina at No. 36 on the basis of loosening up COVID-19 rules and regulations. It’s a good thing for at-risk groups, not so good for commerce and industry. Either way, more of North Carolina opens for business at 5 pm today, including restaurants and personal care businesses […]
Surrey Bancorp declares dividend
May 20. Mount Airy-based Surrey Bancorp has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 10.5 cents a share on the company’s common stock. The cash dividend is payable on July 10 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 19. Ted Ashby, CEO of Surrey Bancorp, stated the dividend was based on […]
NC meat workers share beefs with governor as COVID-19 impacts production
May 14. By Dave Yochum. As more meat processing plants in North Carolina experience coronavirus outbreaks, workers, labor unions and advocacy groups are calling for more safety measures due to COVID-19. There have been more than 800 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at plants across the state. In the past few weeks, there have been outbreaks […]
Fraudsters target SBA/CARES Act borrowers
May 14. It’s easy to fall prey to scammers when business is down. But they’re out there, says Andrew Murray, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. With small business owners impacted by COVID-19 it’s a good idea to remain vigilant in around personal and business information, and be on the lookout for […]
NC-TECH job fair goes virtual
May 14. The North Carolina Technology Association (NC TECH) will host a statewide Virtual Tech Job Fair May 20 from 8:30 am to 5 pm. More than 20 participating employers are hiring for hundreds of jobs collectively, while other exhibitors are offering informational resources. Job seekers can visit virtual rooms or “booths” to learn more […]
ZND US opens manufacturing operation in Statesville
May 13. ZND U.S. plans to invest an estimated $5.7 million after purchasing and renovating the former Iron World Manufacturing facility on James Farm Road in Statesville. The company plans to hire 43 full-time employees. “We are very excited to be launching in the US market. After years of careful planning, we can provide the […]
Gov. Cooper looking for NC manufacturers to ramp up critical med supplies
May 13. North Carolina is working with local manufacturers to shift their production to make critical medical supplies. The NC Task Force for Emergency Repurposing of Manufacturing (TFERM) aims to increase the amount of protective gear made here. “North Carolina has a long history as a leader in manufacturing and innovation, and I’m proud that […]
Aquesta shareholders to meet June 23 at HQ
May 12. Aquesta Financial will hold its annual shareholders meeting at 5 pm June 23 at the headquarters building on Jetton Road in Cornelius. Most of the executives and board members will call in to the meeting. Aquesta normally only has a “few attend so don’t anticipate an issue but if we for some reason […]
Virtual visits will transform healthcare, including real estate
May 12. An unexpected side effect of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a surge in utilization of technological advances. Virtual technology lets patients receive care without setting foot in a hospital or doctor’s office – and without risking exposure to the coronavirus. “COVID-19 will radically change healthcare faster and more drastically than Sept. 11 altered […]
Atrium offers new COVID-19 testing for employers
May 11. Atrium Health is now offering COVID-19 testing for employers and organizations, as well as antibody testing across the Charlotte region. More businesses open at 5 pm today with some employees at previously non-essential businesses trickling back to work. Known as COVID-Safe, the Atrium testing can help businesses reopen faster with employee screening and […]
