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Coalition Pushes for Construction of $5 Billion Atlantic Coast Pipeline

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Nearly 110 energy companies, manufacturers, economic developers, labor unions and civic groups joined the EnergySure Coalition to support the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline, reports the Charlotte Business Journal.

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How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development

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Meanwhile, Pro Builder ’s 2023 Housing Forecast Survey found builders are relying on a wide range of sources to help refill the labor pool, putting themselves at the top of the list and followed closely by state or local HBAs, independent recruiting services or programs, trade partners, and local labor unions, in that order.

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Coronavirus and plane travel: JetBlue first US airline to make passengers wear face masks

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The move by the New York-based airline comes amid increasing calls from airline union leaders, consumer groups and elected officials about the need for face coverings to help slow the spread of the virus and, eventually, reassure travellers it is safe to fly. Do we really need to be wearing masks on planes? Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto.

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Carolinas: Developing A Successful Workforce

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Both North Carolina and South Carolina continue to take steps to ensure their workforces are able to prepare for the jobs of tomorrow, today. Read: Carolinas: Developing A Successful Workforce at BusinessFacilities.com.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Carolinas Put Out A Welcome Mat for Business from Far East

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Export Assistance Center in Charlotte also works with companies to enhance export opportunities. plans to locate a new eCommerce distribution and fulfillment center in Union County. We are pleased to fulfill that need with this new facility in Union County,” said Belk President and COO John R. million American jobs.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Regional Utilities Are Busy Powering Growth In The Carolinas

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A new NC Economic Development Board, headed by former Charlotte City Council member John Lassiter, is working on a strategic plan, according to a report in the Charlotte Business Journal. million to help fund projects in Florence County and the city of Union. SANTEE COOPER: NEW PROJECTS FLOURISH IN FLORENCE COUNTY.

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Centers of Technology: The Future Is Now

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Located just 20 miles south of Charlotte, NC, Rock Hill, SC combines all of the conveniences of a big city and the advantages of doing business in a smaller community. Family Trust Federal Credit Union was one of the first businesses to open their new headquarters at Knowledge Park. Photo: Mike Baker).