Business
Businesses lining up to attend I-77 summit Thursday
May 27. Concerned Lake Norman business owners are expected to converge on Michael Waltrip Raceworld in Cornelius Thursday for an “emergency call to action” in the wake of NCDOT’s rushed signing of a 50-year contract to build tolls on I-77. I-77 Mobility Partners, a unit of Cintra, based in Spain, has been told “not to […]
Bicycling puts a new spin on economic development
By Dave Yochum. The most cycling-friendly towns and neighborhoods are “that much more attractive to younger and older people,” according to Brian Jenest, founder of ColeJenest & Stone, the land planning and urban design firm behind the Billy Graham complex in Charlotte. The Davidson resident said cycling is a “very viable way” to create the street-level […]
Nuclear power plant to host networking event for business professionals, community leaders
May 18.The Energy Explorium at McGuire Nuclear Station will host the annual “Tri-County Business After Hour” on Thursday, May 21 from 5 pm – 7 pm. The free event is an opportunity to bring the region’s business professionals and community leaders together for networking and socializing. The event also showcases cuisine from local restaurants and […]
McCrory visits Kannapolis
Gov. Pat McCrory applauds Kannapolis Friday for its efforts to revitalize the downtown area and musters support for renewing tax credits for the preservation of historic properties
McCrory, DOT moving forward with toll lane project despite towns’ wishes
May 15. Governor McCrory said yesterday he would not delay the I-77 toll project despite recent resolutions passed by Cornelius, Huntersville and Davidson asking him to do so. An elected official who was adamantly opposed to toll- lane project reacted bluntly to the governor’s decision to forge ahead. “We’re basically screwed,” he said. The project […]
LKN Transportation Commission blasts NCDOT over I-77 mess
May 13. By Dave Vieser. While the members of the Lake Norman Regional Transportation Commission did not take any formal action regarding the I-77 toll lane controversy at their meeting tonight in Davidson, there was no lack of criticism for the state DOT on their handling of the project’s contract with Cintra(I77 Mobility Partners), the private […]
Visitor’s bureau honors hospitality businesses
May 5. The Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau honored businesses for outstanding contributions in the area of hospitality. The 2015 “Golden Helmet Award” recipients are: Attraction of the Year – Sea Life Aquarium Hotel of the Year – Great Wolf Lodge Restaurant of the Year – The Smoke Pit Small Business of the Year – Cabarrus Creamery Hospitality Professional […]
No housing bubble in sight
The Charlotte housing market is hot compared to other markets around the country. While the numbers regionally are strong, close-in neighborhoods and those with amenities like greenways and access to rail are the hottest, according to economists and Realtors. The high-end suburbs, where supply is limited, is strong too. “Median sales prices are holding steady […]
Status of incentive programs concerns eco-devo officials
May 8. By Dave Vieser. The shaky status of two corporate incentive grant programs administered through the state have economic development officials concerned about our ability to compete with other areas in attracting new companies. The state Research and Development Tax Credit expires at the end of this year, while the Jobs Development Investment Grant […]
The business of charity: Giving means putting effort in up front
More small businesses are getting involved in charities and non-profits, and some are using micro-events to gain media traction in the event-congested world of doing good. What can go wrong? As it turns out, plenty. Events come and go, and, where dueling charities are involved, an upstart can dilute the clout of an established charity. […]
