SE North Carolina News

As Corning marks the 50th anniversary of its invention of fiber optic cable, Wilmington’s role remains key

By Benjamin Kibbey | Sep 25, 2020

Fifty years ago, Corning Inc. invented low-loss optical fiber, an innovation at the heart of modern life, from communication to commerce and industry.

Deadline for businesses, nonprofits to apply to North Carolina payroll grant program approaching

By Benjamin Kibbey | Aug 27, 2020

A North Carolina senator is reminding the business community that there are a few days remaining to apply for funding through the Job Retention Grant Program.

Wilmington's $206.6 million budget keeps tax rate flat

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jul 22, 2020

Wilmington City policymakers approved the Fiscal Year 2021 budget in mid-June that doesn't raise the tax rate and will maintain core services.

New Hanover County allowing certain businesses to return unopened alcohol for businesses hurt by COVID-19 response

By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 19, 2020

Some New Hanover County businesses with a liquor-by-the-drink license can return a portion of their unopened alcohol to help offset financial losses created from the COVID-19 pandemic.