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Corning to add 410 jobs at two Charlotte-area plants, spend $176M

Corning Inc. will bring a total of 410 new jobs to the Charlotte area as it opens a new optical cable plant in Catawba County and expands its huge optical fiber facility in Cabarrus County. Corning will spend a total of $176 million at the t...

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Charlotte development projects that matter in 2017

Looking into 2017, there are some absolutely incredible construction projects in Charlotte that will begin, continue or complete by the end of the year. In no particular order, let’s take a look at some of what is to come. The Stonewall St...

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Charlotte population growth

North Carolina, sixth fastest growing state in the US

North Carolina was the sixth fastest-growing state in the U.S. in terms of numeric growth from 2015 to 2016, the U.S. Census Bureau reported recently. The Tar Heel State added 111,602 people over the year, giving the state a total population of...

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Charlotte City Council votes to fully repeal HB2 ordinance

Taking "additional steps to ensure the repeal of HB2 would not be jeopardized in any way," Charlotte City Council voted to fully overturn its dormant non-discrimination ordinance that granted extra protections to members of the lesbian, gay, bi...

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101 Fun things to do in Charlotte

Attractions & Family Fun 1. Known as “the thrill capital of the Southeast,” Carowinds amusement park is packed with fun for all ages. For the biggest adrenaline rush, ride the 325 foot tall Fury 325 – the tallest and fastest gigacoaste...

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