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WATERSTONE PROPERTIES GROUP GROWS FOOTPRINT IN NORTH CAROLINA THROUGH STRATEGIC ACQUISITIONS
NEEDHAM, MA, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Waterstone Properties Group has closed on two properties in North Carolina, consistent with its focus on expanding its retail portfolio in high growth markets along the eastern...

Governor Stein Announces 300 New Jobs as Walmart Selects Gaston County for State-of-the-Art Fulfillment Center
Governor Josh Stein announced today that Walmart, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) plans to open a new fulfillment center in Kings Mountain. The estimated $300 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs in Gaston County. The 1.2 million–square-foot...

Governor Stein Announces 300 New Jobs as Walmart Selects Gaston County for State-of-the-Art Fulfillment Center
Raleigh, N.C. Governor Josh Stein announced today that Walmart, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) plans to open a new fulfillment center in Kings Mountain. The estimated $300 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs in Gaston County. The 1.2...

Governor Stein Announces 300 New Jobs as Walmart Selects Gaston County for State-of-the-Art Fulfillment Center
Raleigh, N.C. Governor Josh Stein announced today that Walmart, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) plans to open a new fulfillment center in Kings Mountain. The estimated $300 million investment will create more than 300 new jobs in Gaston County. The 1.2...

Governor Stein’s September Column: Keeping Kids Safe Online
NORTH CAROLINA, September 29 - This month Governor Stein is reminding North Carolinians about helpful tips to support students’ online safety and mental health. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein. Keeping...

Governor Stein’s September Column: Keeping Kids Safe Online
This month Governor Stein is reminding North Carolinians about helpful tips to support students’ online safety and mental health. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein. Keeping Kids Safe Online Governor Josh...

Boat-based shooting takes place in North Carolina leaving three individuals dead
(MENAFN) A shooting at a waterfront seafood restaurant in Southport, North Carolina, on Saturday night left three people dead and eight others injured, according to officials. The City of Southport issued an alert at 9:53 p.m. local time warning...

Marking One Year Since Hurricane Helene, N.C. Commerce Highlights Recovery Milestones in Western North Carolina
Raleigh, N.C. In the 12 months since Hurricane Helene damaged Western North Carolina, Governor Josh Stein’s Commerce Department has launched a new division to put $1.4 billion of federal recovery dollars to work, accepted more than 3,400...

Civic Federal Credit Union Charts a Bold Digital Path Forward for Local Government Employees Across North Carolina
Raleigh, N.C., Sept. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After its successful transition to independence this June, Civic Federal Credit Union (Civic) enters a new chapter as a fully independent, member-driven credit union created by and for North...

Marking One Year Since Hurricane Helene, N.C. Commerce Highlights Recovery Milestones in Western North Carolina
Raleigh, N.C. In the 12 months since Hurricane Helene damaged Western North Carolina, Governor Josh Stein’s Commerce Department has launched a new division to put $1.4 billion of federal recovery dollars to work, accepted more than 3,400...

Governor Stein Spotlights North Carolina’s Leadership in Biotech Industry at Fujifilm Biotechnologies Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
NORTH CAROLINA, September 24 - Today Governor Josh Stein joined leaders of Fujifilm Biotechnologies and local officials at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the company’s new facility in Holly Springs, highlighting North Carolina’s leadership in the...

Governor Stein Spotlights North Carolina’s Leadership in Biotech Industry at Fujifilm Biotechnologies Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Today Governor Josh Stein joined leaders of Fujifilm Biotechnologies and local officials at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the company’s new facility in Holly Springs, highlighting North Carolina’s leadership in the biotech industry. “North...

North Carolina’s Rural Districts Hardest Hit by Federal Education Cuts
Proposed federal education cuts will have the greatest impact on North Carolina’s low-wealth areas. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- North Carolina’s rural counties are facing another blow as a result of the...

Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Hazardous Weather
NORTH CAROLINA, September 27 - Today Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency as North Carolina prepares for heavy rainfall and potential impacts from Tropical Depression 9 or future named storm Imelda. “North Carolinians across the state...

Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Hazardous Weather
Today Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency as North Carolina prepares for heavy rainfall and potential impacts from Tropical Depression 9 or future named storm Imelda. “North Carolinians across the state should prepare for tropical weather...

Greystone Provides $19.3 Million in HUD Financing for Acquisition of North Carolina Healthcare Facility
NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Greystone, a leading national commercial real estate finance company, has provided a $19,309,700 HUD-insured loan for the acquisition of a 238-bed healthcare facility in North Carolina. The financing,...

Governor Stein Delivers Video Message Commemorating One-Year Milestone of Hurricane Helene
NORTH CAROLINA, September 27 - Today marks one year since Hurricane Helene struck North Carolina. Governor Stein released the following video statement to commemorate the milestone: Governor Stein remains committed to western North Carolina’s...

Governor Stein Delivers Video Message Commemorating One-Year Milestone of Hurricane Helene
Today marks one year since Hurricane Helene struck North Carolina. Governor Stein released the following video statement to commemorate the milestone: Governor Stein remains committed to western North Carolina’s recovery. This weekend, the...

One Year After Helene: Investing in Western North Carolinians
NORTH CAROLINA, September 24 - As western North Carolina continues to rebuild, Governor Josh Stein is highlighting the importance of supporting small businesses, getting western North Carolinians back in their homes, and encouraging locals and...

One Year After Helene: Investing in Western North Carolinians
As western North Carolina continues to rebuild, Governor Josh Stein is highlighting the importance of supporting small businesses, getting western North Carolinians back in their homes, and encouraging locals and travelers alike to enjoy the...