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Apr 19, 2024

With Coffee And Cocktails, Owners Mix It Up

Coffee shop by day, bar by night. Blurring the lines between coffee and cocktails is a growing trend, including at Wilmington establishments.  Baristas are incorporating craft cocktail techniques into show-stopping coffee drinks, and bartende ...

Apr 19, 2024

MADE: Makers Of Important Papers

W.R. Rayson Co. Inc. 720 S. Dickerson St., Burgaw No. of local employees: 26 Year founded: 1969 Top local official: Michael DiMartino, president and CEO Company description: W.R. Rayson is a family-owned manufacturer and converter of disposabl ...

Apr 19, 2024

Surf City Embarks On Park’s Construction

The mayor of Surf City recently said a new mainland park and recreation complex will “absolutely” be a draw for both tourists and residents. Especially the skate park. “When it’s too cold to surf, when there’s no w ...

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The Wilmington Construction Market: Trends, Recognition, and Challenges

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Wilmington, North Carolina, where coastal charm meets economic vibrancy, has experienced remarkable growth in its construction industry. The evolving skyline and the emergence of new projects prompt a closer look at the trends shaping Wilmington's construction landscape, recent accolades, and the challenges faced by builders and developers.
 

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Apr 19, 2024

Info Junkie: Lydia Thomas

Lydia Thomas  Program Manager, UNCW CIE Lydia Thomas is the recently hired program manager of the University of North Carolina Wilmington’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Thomas creates programs for startups. Some exampl ...

Apr 19, 2024

Bootstrapping A Remote Option

Remote work seems an ever-present option in today’s post-pandemic, digital-first world. But for Michelle Penczak, a remote job was a necessity as a military spouse who was constantly moving. The year was 2015, before the rise of Zoom and work-f ...

Apr 19, 2024

Taking Marine Science On The Road

Kimberly Belfer, founder and education director of Marine CSI: Coastal Science Investigations, has taught area students about the region’s ecosystem through fun, interactive activities since 2014.  Belfer has continuously updated her le ...

Apr 19, 2024

Funding A Food Oasis: Long-awaited Grocery Store Gains Momentum

After years of work, the Northside Food Cooperative is at a tipping point.  When New Hanover County leaders approved a memorandum of understanding with the cooperative last month, it set in motion a process that could bridge the food desert t ...


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Surf City Embarks On Park’s Construction

“Our little town, especially the mainland area, is growing by leaps and bounds. So having somewhere else besides the beach for kids to go an...


Taking Marine Science On The Road

“My mission and my goal is to take my love of marine science, marine ecosystem and coastal ecosystems and bring that to students and teacher...


MADE: Makers Of Important Papers

W.R. Rayson is a family-owned manufacturer and converter of disposable paper products used in the dental, medical laboratory and beauty indu...

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