AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIndustrial Investment: Bracco plans a $230 million contrast-media plant in Sanford, its first U.S. manufacturing site, creating 200 jobs. North Carolina also leads the Southeast in manufacturing jobs and export value, a new report says. Transportation & Logistics: A $550 million S-Line rail investment and nearly $36 million for western North Carolina rail improvements aim to strengthen connections and lay groundwork for passenger service. Local Development: Davidson County approved nearly 18 acres of industrial zoning for a Lexington construction and heavy-equipment business, allowing expanded storage and possible warehouses. Energy & Data Centers: Local opposition is growing, while state officials are urging data center owners to help pay for new power plants as demand rises. Regional Economy: North Carolina’s September unemployment rate was 3.4%, below the national 4.2%; most northeastern counties were lower still.
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