AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood & Growth: The Flying Biscuit Café has signed an agreement to open its first eastern North Carolina location in Greenville. Site selection is underway, with an opening date to come after a lease is signed. Local Music: Franklin County-born songwriter Scott Pearce is among the featured musicians at Saturday’s inaugural Fountain Fest in downtown Fountain. Landmarks: Asheville’s 117-year-old St. Lawrence Basilica has reopened to visitors after a $7.7 million first phase of restoration, including repairs for Hurricane Helene damage. Community Leadership: The National Council of Negro Women has chartered a Coastal Wilmington section serving five southeastern counties, with a focus on service, advocacy and youth support. Arts & Small Business: Edenton’s Coastal Stitch needlepoint shop has turned a successful online business into a downtown gathering place for crafters. Education & Families: A statewide poll found 78% of North Carolina voters consider access to affordable, quality childcare a crisis or major problem, and 77% say better access would strengthen the workforce and economy. Giving Back: Michael Jordan’s $10 million gift to UNC’s School of Social Work will fund scholarships and expand programs honoring his mother, Deloris.
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