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Work in Burke Joins Statewide Effort to Strengthen Career-Connected Learning

Oct 06, 2026 08:51AM ● By WNC Business

Burke County is one of eight counties selected for the inaugural cohort of AttainmentNC, an initiative to help communities strengthen connections among education, workforce and employers.

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Blue Ridge Business Outlook Summit to Help Local Businesses Prepare for 2027

Oct 05, 2026 02:20PM ● By WNC Business

A free November 10 event will feature economic insights for local business leaders, along with practical strategies for starting, growing, buying or selling a business.

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Resources for WNC Women in Business

Oct 04, 2026 01:07PM ● By Emma Castleberry

Read about Western North Carolina’s growing network of organizations designed to help women pursue their professional goals.

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From the Editor: Our 2026 Women in Business Issue

Oct 04, 2026 01:02PM ● By WNC Business

Editor Emma Castleberry introduces our Q4 "Women in Business" issue for 2026.

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FB Financial Opens First Full-Service Banking Location in Western North Carolina

Oct 01, 2026 11:43AM ● By WNC Business

FB Financial will open its first full-service retail location in Asheville on October 5, when it will begin serving clients alongside its existing commercial business across Western North Carolina.

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Magaly Rivera Named Business Solutions Director at Carolina Small Business Development Fund

Sep 30, 2026 11:04AM ● By WNC Business

Magaly Rivera is the new Business Solutions Director at Carolina Small Business Development Fund.

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WNCSource Awarded Grant to Build Children's Center in Rutherfordton

Sep 27, 2026 08:40AM ● By Emma Castleberry

WNCSource was awarded a $3.36 million grant from the DHHS Administration for Children and Families to build the new Rutherford Children’s Center.

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Governor Stein, GROW NC Unveil Long-Term Plan for Western North Carolina’s Economy

Sep 24, 2026 10:10AM ● By WNC Business

Governor Stein and the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC) have unveiled the Western North Carolina Economic Recovery Plan, a long-term framework to rebuild and grow the region’s economy.

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Pillar Rooftop Bar Celebrates 10 Years

Sep 09, 2026 10:15AM ● By WNC Business

To celebrate 10 years in the Asheville community, Pillar Rooftop Bar is undergoing a remodel that will introduce a refreshed look, an elevated atmosphere, and a garden-to-glass cocktail concept.

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Caldwell County Public Library Director Reports Growth in Circulation and Programming

Sep 01, 2026 10:50AM ● By Emma Castleberry

At the August Caldwell County Board of Commissioners Meeting, Public Library Director Janet Fore reported significant increases in circulation and programming.

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