Economic Development

Workforce Development

TVA Funds Six Connected Communities Pilot Projects to Lower Energy Costs, Support STEM and Workforce Development

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. ­—  The Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA) Connected Communities initiative announced today funding up to $2 million for six pilot projects

Electric Vehicles

Ford considers $400M new plant in Shelby County, Ky.

Ford Motor Co. appears to be considering a Shelby County for a small, specialized EV component plant. The plant was mentioned during a

Relocations

Hanesbrands will reduce space by 75%, cut HQ operating cost by half in relocating to downtown Winston-Salem

Hanesbrands Inc.’s recent announcement of the relocation of its headquarters will be a major downsize in both footprint and operating cost, according to

Biotech

This NC region is a hub for fast-growing tech and science startups

Wake Forest Innovation Quarter is fertile ground for life sciences and other tech-oriented start-ups. The more than 240-acre complex grew from Wake

Business

NC no longer top state for business on CNBC list — but it’s close

So much for the high life. North Carolina has been bumped from the top spot in CNBC‘s annual Top States for Business rankings. After reaching

Labor

Atlanta-based CNN announces layoffs amid company-wide changes

CNN is slashing dozens of roles as the company implements a series of changes that will narrow and shift the direction of its

Georgia

Southside Atlanta MSA cities see economic growth, adapt to emerging transportation challenges

A slew of new projects is emerging across the Southside, from health care and infrastructure to sports and entertainment. The plans reflect

Manufacturing

$11.1 million investment will create 35 new jobs in S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – MP Husky, a manufacturer of cable support and power distribution systems, today announced it is expanding its Greenville County operations. The

Construction

$15.7 million investment will create 79 new jobs in S.C.

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Palmetto Corporation, a site development and construction company, today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new operation

Automotive

SB&D: SouthBound

Is what’s going on in the automotive industry real? A mirage? Maybe it’s somewhere in between? By Michael Randle, Editor In over

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