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HCC Loans flags shift toward flexible motorcycle financing in North Carolina
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HCC Loans released a review of vehicle and motorcycle financing trends across North Carolina, pointing to stronger demand for digital applications, clearer loan terms and more flexible repayment options.
The Brooks Group earns 2026 Best Employers honor in North Carolina
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The Brooks Group has been named one of Business North Carolina’s 2026 Best Employers in North Carolina, with winners to be recognized June 24 in Greensboro.
North Carolina opens first state audit of its school voucher program
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North Carolina’s Opportunity Scholarship program is under its first state audit after 11 years and $1.6 million in taxpayer spending.
New report ranks state lawmakers on public education support
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The Network for Public Education has released a new state-by-state report on how lawmakers support public schools, with North Carolina near the bottom and only Nebraska and Vermont earning A grades.
Growing Legacy Early Learning Center wins 2026 Best of North Carolina Award
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Growing Legacy Early Learning Center has been named a 2026 Best of North Carolina Award winner in Durham, recognizing its role in serving infants through preschool-aged children and supporting working families.
Chesterbrook Academy wins 2026 Best of North Carolina Award
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Chesterbrook Academy in Weddington, North Carolina, was named a 2026 Best of North Carolina Award winner, recognizing the preschool’s role in early childhood education and family support since opening in 2009. The award spotlights its 4-star…
Jessica Aguilar champions culturally responsive disability support for Latino families
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Jessica Aguilar, co-founder of Grupo Poder y Esperanza, is building family-centered disability support for Latino communities in North Carolina.
Rural North Carolina founder opens preorders for local AI operating system
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Anthony S. Owens’ Vibe Software Solutions has opened pre-sale orders for HYVE Ether OS, an AI operating system that runs on a user’s own hardware instead of remote data centers.
Massey Brothers Automotive wins 2026 Best of North Carolina Award
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Massey Brothers Automotive, a Durham repair shop serving the Triangle since 2000, has been named a 2026 Best of North Carolina Award winner.
Tradier adds free education for all account holders
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Tradier Brokerage has launched Tradier Education, a no-cost learning platform for all current and future account holders.
Julian Hope turns grief into global art retreats
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Artist and educator Julian Hope is using The Wild Canvas Retreat to blend painting, travel and healing for artists of all levels.
InvestFusion founder highlights real estate disclosure loophole on podcast
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Jeff Emalaba, founder of InvestFusion, used a podcast appearance to warn about a disclosure gap he says leaves real estate buyers exposed to hidden defects and sunk costs.
The Learning Experience Holly Springs raises $5,106 for Make-A-Wish
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The Learning Experience Preschool in Holly Springs, North Carolina, raised $5,106 during its monthlong April “Let’s Grant Wishes” campaign for Make-A-Wish. The fundraiser blended early education and philanthropy, giving preschoolers hands-on…
Palmetto Moon opens second Virginia store in Roanoke
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Palmetto Moon is expanding in Virginia with a new store at Valley View Mall in Roanoke, set to celebrate a grand opening on Sept. 12, 2026. The opening gives the Southern lifestyle retailer a second Virginia location after Lynchburg and adds a new…
Wake Forest preschool raises $25,123 for Make-A-Wish
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The Learning Experience in Wake Forest, North Carolina, raised $25,123 during its April “Let’s Grant Wishes” campaign for Make-A-Wish. The fundraiser blended classroom activities with donations and events to teach preschoolers compassion while…
Stallings preschool raises $10,105 for Make-A-Wish
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The Learning Experience in Stallings, North Carolina, raised $10,105 during its April “Let’s Grant Wishes” campaign to support Make-A-Wish. The effort blended fundraising with classroom lessons on kindness, empathy and community service.
The Learning Experience Harrisburg Raises $10,139 for Make-A-Wish
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Preschoolers, families and staff at The Learning Experience in Harrisburg, North Carolina, raised $10,139 during the center’s April “Let’s Grant Wishes” campaign for Make-A-Wish. The effort tied fundraising to classroom lessons on kindness,…
Apostle Leina'ala Mars-Opoku receives White House Prayer for Our Nations humanitarian award
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Apostle Leina’ala Mars-Opoku was honored June 5 in Arlington, Virginia, at White House Prayer for Our Nations’ 28th Anniversary Awards Gala. The award recognizes humanitarian and economic development leadership and marks her as the first…
Belmont preschool raises $10,625 for Make-A-Wish
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The Learning Experience Preschool in Belmont, North Carolina, raised $10,625 in April through its annual Let’s Grant Wishes campaign for Make-A-Wish. The effort combined fundraising with classroom activities to teach children empathy, kindness and…
Global ERG Network opens 2026 conference registration for Charlotte
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Global ERG Network has opened registration for its 2026 annual conference, set for Nov. 10-11 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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