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NCDPS Recognizes 31 Exceptional Employees with 2025 Badge of Excellence
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety recognized 31 exceptional employees Aug. 21 during the department’s annual Badge of Excellence Ceremony. The ceremony was held at the NC Museum of Art in Raleigh. The Badge of Excellence Award is the...

Governor Stein and Emergency Management Officials Provide Updates on Hurricane Erin
Comunicado de Prensa en español Today Governor Josh Stein held a briefing to provide updates and guidance as Hurricane Erin impacts North Carolina’s coast. He was joined by Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, NC DPS Secretary Eddie...

Governor Stein and Emergency Management Officials Provide Updates on Hurricane Erin
Today Governor Josh Stein held a briefing to provide updates and guidance as Hurricane Erin impacts North Carolina’s coast. He was joined by Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, NC DPS Secretary Eddie Buffaloe, NC DOT Secretary Joey Hopkins,...

NCDA&CS launches new video series offering agritourism tips and tools for farms
RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services launched a new video series to assist agritourism businesses across the state in growing their operations and delivering more memorable experiences for their guests. The...

Governor Stein Surveys Hurricane Erin Damage
Today Governor Josh Stein traveled to Dare County to assess damage caused by Hurricane Erin, including surveying impacts and meeting with small business owners in Frisco. During the visit, the Governor also thanked emergency responders who have...

HILTON CHARLOTTE UNIVERSITY PLACE WELCOMES EXECUTIVE CHEF PEDRO LOPEZ
CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hilton Charlotte University Place is proud to announce the appointment of Pedro Lopez as Executive Chef. A dynamic and globally inspired culinary leader, Chef Pedro brings a...

Sotherly Hotels Inc. Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2025
WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sotherly Hotels Inc. (NASDAQ: SOHO), (“Sotherly” or the “Company”), a self-managed and self-administered lodging real estate investment trust (a “REIT”), today reported its consolidated results...

Palmetto Moon Celebrates Gulf Coast Growth with Foley Grand Opening at Tanger Outlets
FOLEY, AL, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Palmetto Moon, the beloved Southern lifestyle retailer, is excited to announce its continued growth across the Gulf Coast with a new store opening at Tanger Outlets Foley (2601 S...

Un Deux Trois Café Celebrates Official Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Media Day
Un Deux Trois Café hosts Chamber ribbon-cutting, celebrating the arrival of authentic French café culture at The Plaza at Pinnacle Hills in Rogers, Arkansas. ROGERS, AR, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Un Deux Trois Café, a...

Meritage Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results; New Products & Innovation Cycle Ahead
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. (OTCQX: MHGU), one of the nation’s premier franchise operators, today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 29, 2025. Second Quarter 2025...

Out-of-State Relocation Expert Scott Saxton Explains Key Considerations for New Wilmington Residents in HelloNation
WILMINGTON, N.C., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What should out-of-state buyers know before purchasing property in Wilmington, North Carolina? According to Scott Saxton, Broker-in-Charge of Just For Buyers Realty, assuming that Wilmington’s...

The Dairy Alliance Shines Spotlight on 2025 NCRLA Chef Showdown Champs
DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, recently honored the culinary talents of North Carolina at the 2025 NCRLA Chef Showdown. The ninth...

Grace in Action Fund Launches to Help Keep Western NC Housed
Campaign addresses continuing housing crisis following Hurricane Helene; $85,000 already raised to support local families ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Western North Carolina’s housing crisis continues in...

RefillGenie’s Affordable Online Prescription Refills Now Available in 47 States
Leading telehealth platform provides fast, text-based prescription refills in 47 states to prevent dangerous gaps in access to chronic medications. JERSEY CITY, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- RefillGenie, a telehealth...

TowneBank Expands Carolinas Presence Through Agreement to Acquire Dogwood State Bank
SUFFOLK, Va. and RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hampton Roads based TowneBank (NASDAQ: TOWN) and Raleigh based Dogwood State Bank (OTCQX: DSBX) (“Dogwood”), today announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement pursuant to...

Smithfield Foods and Feed the Children Support Families with Food and School Essentials
SMITHFIELD, Va., Aug. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Smithfield Foods and Feed the Children are joining forces to host three Resource Rallies in communities where Smithfield operates, helping to ensure children and families return to school with...

Governor Stein Announces Nearly $11 Million for Great Trails State Program Projects in the Piedmont
NORTH CAROLINA, July 31 - Today, Governor Josh Stein announced that the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources has awarded nearly $11 million to trail development and restoration projects in the Piedmont. The General Assembly authorized...

QuikQ Expands Southeastern Presence with Fuel Card Acceptance at Refuel
QuikQ fuel cards now accepted at 18 commercial fueling Refuel stores. FRANKLIN, TN, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- QuikQ, a trusted provider of innovative and secure fuel payment, corporate payment and fraud prevention...

TowneBank and Old Point Financial Corporation Announce Expected Closing Date and Election Deadline for Merger
SUFFOLK, Va. and HAMPTON, Va., Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hampton Roads based TowneBank (NASDAQ: TOWN) and Old Point Financial Corporation (NASDAQCM: OPOF) (“Old Point”), the parent company of The Old Point National Bank of Phoebus (“Old...

Toll Brothers Announces Opening of New Model Homes at Carrara Estates in Eagle, Idaho
EAGLE, Idaho, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced the highly anticipated opening of its model homes at Carrara Estates, a new luxury home community within...