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Applications Now Open for WORC Grants to Address Workforce Needs

Jun 23, 2026 09:46AM ● By WNC Business

Appalachian Regional Commission has partnered with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration, the Delta Regional Authority and the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) to open applications for the Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Initiative.

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Western Piedmont Council of Governments Celebrates Completion of Building Expansion

Jun 21, 2026 09:38AM ● By Emma Castleberry

The Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) has completed its 11,500‑square‑foot building expansion, a major investment that strengthens the organization’s ability to serve the region and its local government partners.

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DMJPS CPAs + Advisors Named a Best Employer for the 13th Consecutive Year

Jun 18, 2026 12:28PM ● By WNC Business

DMJPS CPAs + Advisors, a North Carolina Top 200 CPA and business advisory firm with an several offices in Western North Carolina, was named one of Business North Carolina’s 2026 Best Employers. This marks the firm’s thirteenth consecutive appearance on the prestigious list.

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Roberts & Stevens Attorney Vincent D. Childress Recognized with North Carolina Bar Association Centennial Award

Jun 15, 2026 01:46PM ● By WNC Business

Vincent D. Childress, a partner with the firm Roberts & Stevens, was awarded the Centennial Award by the North Carolina Bar Association at the annual meeting of the Buncombe County Bar on June 10.

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation

Jun 14, 2026 08:00AM ● By WNC Business

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce awarded the prestigious Five-Star Accreditation designation to the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Eli Hashemi Named Director of the Mountain West Partnership

Jun 11, 2026 08:52AM ● By WNC Business

Eli Hashemi has been named Director of the Mountain West Partnership. Eli brings more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and four years of regional economic development experience.

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Barbara Darby Presented with Order of the Long Leaf Pine

Jun 10, 2026 10:18AM ● By WNC Business

Barbara Darby, Assistant Workforce Director with Mountain Area Workforce Development Board at Land of Sky Regional Council, was presented with the "Order of the Long Leaf Pine" Award from NC Governor Josh Stein for 30+ years of exemplary service to the State of North Carolina.

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Boone Area Chamber of Commerce Named Finalist for 2026 Chamber of the Year Award

Jun 06, 2026 09:54AM ● By WNC Business

The Boone Area Chamber of Commerce has been named a finalist for the 2026 Chamber of the Year award, presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives.

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Venture Asheville’s Optimist Ventures Launches Disaster Recovery Accelerator Supporting Asheville Small Businesses

Jun 01, 2026 12:56PM ● By WNC Business

Federal recovery program combines capital access, entrepreneurial training, and business stabilization support following Tropical Storm Helene.

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First Asheville Business Marketplace Scheduled for Thursday May 28

May 27, 2026 01:13PM ● By WNC Business

A new recurring event, the Asheville Business Marketplace aims to make the process of buying or selling a business more approachable.

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