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Brenner Children’s Hospital Verified as Level I Children’s Surgery Center
Friday, January 15, 2021
Brenner Children’s Hospital Verified as Level I Children’s Surgery Center

Brenner Children’s Hospital, part of Wake Forest Baptist Health, has been verified as a Level I Children’s Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Brenner Children’s is the only hospital in the region and one of only 28 in the country to receive this verification. “Whether the need is minor or complex, families in our region are fortunate to have such an incredible resource and an amazing, multidisciplinary team, dedicated to delivering outstanding care to each child who comes through

Wake Forest Baptist Health
Total Computer Solutions Receives “Best IT Services in Greensboro” Recognition By ThreeBest Rated
Monday, January 11, 2021
Total Computer Solutions Receives “Best IT Services in Greensboro” Recognition By ThreeBest Rated

Greensboro, N.C.-- January 11, 2021—Total Computer Solutions (TCS) is proud to announce that it has been selected as the “Best IT Services in Greensboro” recommended by ThreeBest Rated.  “We are humbled to receive this recognition as the ‘Best IT Services in Greensboro,’” said Barry Utesch, President of TCS. “We have served the Triad for over 31 years with our mission to glorify God as we provide exceptional IT services focused on building relationships with our clients and employees.”  Christian-owned

Total Computer Solutions
Eastern Music Festival Elects Five New Board Members, Appoints New Treasurer
Friday, October 23, 2020
Eastern Music Festival Elects Five New Board Members, Appoints New Treasurer

GREENSBORO, N.C. (October 22, 2020) - Eastern Music Festival (EMF), Greensboro’s nationally recognized classical music festival and summer educational program, is pleased to announce the election of five new members to its board of directors: Michael Corbett, Anne Starr Denny, Lou Anne Flanders-Stec, Karl Robinson, and Kami Rowan. Flanders-Stec was also appointed Treasurer, joining the executive leadership team with Melanie Tuttle, Chair; D. Alan Stephens, Vice Chair; and Dr. Michael Norins, Secretary.  “I

Eastern Music Festival
Price Named EVP of Economic Development at Greensboro Chamber
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Price Named EVP of Economic Development at Greensboro Chamber

GREENSBORO ⁠— Marvin J. Price will join the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce as its Executive Vice President of Economic Development, Chamber President & CEO Brent Christensen announced today.   “After a nationwide search for a new leader for our economic development efforts, we believe Marvin will lead our team to business recruiting victories in the coming years,” Christensen said. “Marvin brings expertise and experience as well as contagious enthusiasm and energy to the job. His track record of

Wake Forest Baptist First in U.S. to Enroll Patients in Innovative COVID-19 Trial
Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Wake Forest Baptist First in U.S. to Enroll Patients in Innovative COVID-19 Trial

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Sept. 29, 2020 – Wake Forest Baptist Health is the first health system in the country to enroll patients in a Phase 2 clinical trial designed to quickly determine whether drugs already approved for other uses can be repurposed to effectively treat COVID-19 in critically ill patients.The study's "adaptive platform trial design" means several possible drug treatments can be tested at the same time, with the most promising potentially moving forward for further exploration and the least

Wake Forest Baptist Health
New Direction Rehabilitation and Wellness, Incorporated Offers Personalized In-Home Physical Therapy
Monday, July 20, 2020
New Direction Rehabilitation and Wellness, Incorporated Offers Personalized In-Home Physical Therapy

Greensboro, NC – Local business New Direction Rehabilitation and Wellness, Incorporated is pleased to offer personalized in-home physical therapy for seniors looking to receive physical therapy in the safety of their home, beginning 07/17/2020.  Serving the areas of the Triad of NC.   Physical therapy provided by New Direction Rehabilitation and Wellness, Incorporated differs from traditional home care in that you have longer treatment times (1-hour appointments), quicker scheduling of appointments, and

New Direction Rehabilitation & Wellness Inc
Duke Energy announces $750,000 in gra...
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
Duke Energy announces $750,000 in grants for North Carolina nonprofits dedicated to social justice,

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Duke Energy today announced a new $750,000 grant opportunity through the Duke Energy Foundation for North Carolina nonprofit organizations workingfor social justice and racial equity. Applications will be reviewed through a competitive grant cycle, and $25,000 grants willbe awarded for general operating funds at eligible nonprofits. The company has committed to an annual social justice and racial equity grant cycle forat least three years in North Carolina. “Duke Energy is committed to

Duke Energy
First Launch Capital Fund announces second investment
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
First Launch Capital Fund announces second investment

GREENSBORO, NC — First Launch Capital Fund, a pre-seed/seed-stage venture capital fund headquartered in Greensboro, announced today the closing of its second investment in ThreatSketch, LLC a Winston-Salem-based cyber risk management tool providing data, analytics and tools to reduce human costs related to cyber risk management. First Launch Capital Fund was formed in 2018 to support entrepreneurs and companies at the earliest stage of their development to expand the culture of innovation throughout the

Launch Greensboro
Did you know?
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Did you know?

We here at Ashley furniture outlet want to help find the right set for you and I think this will help put things in a better perspective.  “Did you realize that in one month alone, you will spend an average of 10 (24 hour) days on your mattress?   Mattresses are considered one of the best consumer values, especially when you compare to”:  “The basic necessities of life  How often and how much do we spend on food, shelter and clothing over a 10-year period?  You pay for a mattress once and then use it

Ashley Homestore Outlet
When to Say “So Long” to Your Mattress
Monday, February 17, 2020
When to Say “So Long” to Your Mattress

 When to Say “So Long” to Your MattressMattresses can be sneaky when it comes to replacement. A mattress and box spring or foundation gradually wear down over time so that you don’t easily notice the changes.A mattress is like an old armchair or pair of shoes. They feel comfortable and fit your body even though the chair’s foam and springs may be worn or the shoes have lost all arch support. It isn’t always obvious that a mattress has outlived its lifespan just by looking at it.  Put your mattress to the

Ashley Homestore Outlet
ArtsGreensboro Announces 2020 Arts Grant Recipients
Thursday, February 06, 2020
ArtsGreensboro Announces 2020 Arts Grant Recipients

(Greensboro, N.C.) ArtsGreensboro announced today its 2020 arts grants made in the following categories: Mission Support, Project Support, Regional Artists, and Teacher Art Education. Funding for Mission Support Grants supports the creation or presentation of programming with high artistic merit, that have defined and measurable outcomes, including impact on the community, increase access to the arts, engage the community and enrich the varied cultural vitality of Greater Greensboro, and offer arts

ArtsGreensboro
Rescued Sea Turtles Arrive at the Greensboro Science Center
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Rescued Sea Turtles Arrive at the Greensboro Science Center

GREENSBORO, NC -- The Greensboro Science Center (GSC) has admitted 11 cold-stunned sea turtles for rehabilitation in collaboration with the North Carolina Aquariums and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. A sudden cold snap along North Carolina’s Outer Banks cold-stunned 159 sea turtles last week alone. Since December 20, 2019, the North Carolina Aquariums have processed 225 cold-stunned sea turtles, leading coastal rehabilitation centers to seek help from fellow qualified institutions, like

Greensboro Science Center
Carter Bank & Trust opens its new Midtown Commercial Banking Office  in Greensboro, North Carolina
Thursday, January 09, 2020
Carter Bank & Trust opens its new Midtown Commercial Banking Office in Greensboro, North Carolina

MARTINSVILLE, Virginia (January 9, 2020) – Carter Bank & Trust (NASDAQ:CARE) (the “Bank”) held a ceremonial ribbon cutting today in recognition of the opening of its new Midtown Commercial Banking Office in Greensboro, North Carolina.   Located at 1201 Battleground Avenue, the office is part of Greensboro’s northwest section of downtown referred as “Midtown,” giving a sense of community and unique identity.   Throughout Midtown, artists have painted massive murals on multiple buildings. An image of a

Carter Bank & Trust
Run for Penguins at the Greensboro Science Center
Thursday, January 02, 2020
Run for Penguins at the Greensboro Science Center

GREENSBORO, NC -- Registration for the Greensboro Science Center’s (GSC) 7th annual Tuxedo Trot: Run for the Penguins, sponsored by Greensboro Pediatricians, is now open. This 5K and Kids’ Fun Run will take place on Saturday, April 25. The 5K begins at 8:00 a.m. and the Kids’ Fun Run begins at 9:00 a.m. 100% of event proceeds will be donated to African penguin conservation efforts. Registration fees for the 5K are as follows: • $25 through February 29, 2020 • $30 from March 1 through noon on April 23,

Greensboro Science Center
Hawthorne at Friendly’s Grand Opening...
Monday, December 09, 2019
Hawthorne at Friendly’s Grand Opening Welcomes New Residents

GREENSBORO — Hawthorne at Friendly, brand-new luxury apartment homes located in Greensboro, North Carolina at the corner of Northline and Hobbs Road, adjacent to The Shops at Friendly Center, hosted its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019. Members of the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, investors, owners, future and current residents were invited to the grand opening. The ribbon was cut by the on-site management team and 100+ guests were in attendance. Hawthorne at

Hawthorne at Friendly
Fresh Market to invest $5.4 million, ...
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Fresh Market to invest $5.4 million, expand headquarters in Greensboro

RALEIGH -- The Fresh Market, a fresh-focused specialty food retailer that was founded in Greensboro in 1982, will expand their headquarters operations in North Carolina, creating 53 new jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company plans to invest $5.4 million in Greensboro. “We’re proud that The Fresh Market has chosen to expand its operations at home in Greensboro, where the company began as a single store and continues to grow,” said Governor Cooper. “In this week of Thanksgiving, I’m grateful

The Fresh Market, Inc.
Greensboro-High Point named best in nation for small business
Monday, November 25, 2019
Greensboro-High Point named best in nation for small business

GUILFORD COUNTY — The Greensboro-High Point metro area was recently named the best place in the nation to start a small business by ZenBusiness. ZenBusiness — an organization that uses technology and automation to help people start, run and grow businesses — evaluated the top 100 most populous metro areas in the United States to find the cities with the most business-friendly statistics.  The study used 10 data points that indicate a business’ likelihood of success, including costs of operation, workforce

HOPS + NUTS
GAP Community Night set for Nov. 18
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
GAP Community Night set for Nov. 18

GUILFORD COUNTY — High school students, parents and community members are invited to Guilford Apprenticeship Partners Community Night on Monday, November 18 from 6-8:30 p.m.  The event will take place at Guilford Technical Community College’s Cameron Campus, 7908 Leabourne Road, Colfax.  GAP Community Night is an opportunity for members of the public to learn more about how the program gives students a jump start on a promising career, a college degree and financial stability. “This event is a win-win

Greensboro Science Center honors members of the military with free admission Veterans Day weekend
Thursday, November 07, 2019
Greensboro Science Center honors members of the military with free admission Veterans Day weekend

GREENSBORO, NC -- In honor of Veterans Day, the Greensboro Science Center (GSC) is offering free admission to veterans as well as active duty and retired military personnel from November 9, 2019 - November 11, 2019. Guests accompanying service members will receive reduced admission of $12.50 (plus tax) per person. A valid Veteran or Military ID is required. In addition, veterans, military personnel and their guests are invited to participate on the GSC’s high ropes course, SKYWILD, for the reduced rate

Greensboro Science Center
Eastern Music Festival receives three multi-year gifts to start the 2020 season
Monday, November 04, 2019
Eastern Music Festival receives three multi-year gifts to start the 2020 season

GREENSBORO, N.C. (November 4, 2019) - Eastern Music Festival (EMF), Greensboro’s nationally recognized classical music festival and summer educational program, announces the receipt of three significant donor gifts totaling $130,000. Each multi-year gift will provide continued support for the Festival and for young artist scholarships. The donors have requested their names to be kept private at this time.   “We are so appreciative of the generosity of these three commitments as we start our 2020 annual

Eastern Music Festival
Greensboro Science Center to kick off...
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Greensboro Science Center to kick off ecoEXPLORE Program on Saturday

GREENSBORO, NC — The Greensboro Science Center (GSC) is partnering with The North Carolina Arboretum to encourage students in grades K-8 to participate in ecoEXPLORE, a citizen science program created specifically for children. A kickoff celebration will be held outside, in front of the GSC, on Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Admission to the ecoEXPLORE kickoff celebration is free. Admission to the Greensboro Science Center is not included with this free event; however, participants will

Education takes center stage at Guilford County Manufacturing Summit
Monday, October 07, 2019
Education takes center stage at Guilford County Manufacturing Summit

JAMESTOWN — The second annual Guilford County Manufacturing Summit, cohosted by Business High Point - Chamber of Commerce and the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, was held Thursday at the Guilford Technical Community College Center for Advanced Manufacturing.    Approximately 200 people from across the county came together to learn about workforce development and trends in manufacturing.    Peter Hans, President of the North Carolina Community College System, served as the keynote speaker. Hans

Greensboro Roller Derby, YES! Weekly,...
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
Greensboro Roller Derby, YES! Weekly, Junction 311 partner for Triad Margarita Wars

This year, Triad Margarita Wars is bigger and better! Greensboro Roller Derby (GSORD), YES! Weekly and Junction 311 Endurance Sports are partnering to produce the Third Annual Triad Margarita Wars to raise funds for GSORD. Margarita Wars is presented by The Treasure Club, Rock 92, 1075 KZL, Altos Tequila and IH Caffey Distributing.   Triad Margarita Wars will be held at The Mendenhall Station, 220 East Commerce Ave. in downtown High Point, and is a fundraiser for the 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, Greensboro Roller

YES! Weekly
Forge Greensboro wins $25,000 from SB...
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Forge Greensboro wins $25,000 from SBA

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration Acting Administrator Chris Pilkerton announced the winners of the Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition. The SBA awarded $1 million in prize money to competition winners. “It is my privilege to announce the twelve winners of the SBA’ s MaTCH Pilot Competition. The MaTCH competition is a testament to the SBA’s commitment to identifying employment opportunities and supporting small business’ workforce

Forge Greensboro
Leadership Greensboro announces its Class of 2020
Thursday, August 15, 2019
Leadership Greensboro announces its Class of 2020

GREENSBORO — Leadership Greensboro, a program of the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, welcomes its 2020 Class on Aug. 22-23 for the program year kickoff. The new class of 46 leaders from across the city will engage in two days of orientation and team building in August and continue with monthly program days through May 2020. Leadership Greensboro is a three-part, nine-month leadership development program featuring customized, innovative curriculum from the Center for Creative Leadership. The program looks

GAP welcomes largest class of apprentices
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
GAP welcomes largest class of apprentices

GUILFORD COUNTY — Guilford Apprenticeship Partners will sign on a record 78 apprentices at its fourth annual signing ceremony.  The signing ceremony is Thursday, Aug. 15 from 6-8 p.m. at Koury Convention Center, 3121 W. Gate City Blvd.   This year’s class is almost double the size of the 2018 group, which had 40 members.  “GAP is soaring!,” said Tammy Simmons of Machine Specialities. “Our signing ceremony is proof that businesses can truly develop their talent and skilled worker pipeline. This special

Best Practices For Payment Control
Tuesday, March 05, 2019
Best Practices For Payment Control

Here are a few payment control best practices you can implement now to insulate against risk. The added benefits of automation when it comes to Accounts Payable are just icing on the cake. Help your AP department mitigate risk and automate non-revenue generating activities. Leverage increased efficiency, improved performance, and more resources dedicated to high-value tasks, not to mention sweet, sweet peace of mind. More Info

Encompass Solutions Inc
2019 ERP Trends | Digital Transformation | Business Strategy
Saturday, January 05, 2019
2019 ERP Trends | Digital Transformation | Business Strategy

2019 ERP trends and digital transformation strategies can take many shapes. However, an ERP solution may exist as the most powerful tool to empower businesses. These systems unify people, processes, and resources within a single environment, more importantly, one that provides a single source of the truth (read data). With a modern ERP system in place, you can inject renewed vigor and capability into once disparate, siloed systems and departments within your organization. Businesses are increasingly

Encompass Solutions Inc
2018 Business Success Promotions From Encompass Solutions
Tuesday, December 04, 2018
2018 Business Success Promotions From Encompass Solutions

With year-end right around the corner, there is no better time to leverage 2018 business promotions to boost your active and planned projects for growth in the new year. Are you in a spend it or lose it situation with your annual budget? Use your 2018 budget surplus on a block of consulting hours, waived managed services fees, and a host of other promotional offerings to give you a sizable advantage in 2019. These promotions can make your job easier with a reduced workload and clear results. The benefits

Encompass Solutions Inc
Webinar: Full Physical Inventory Best Practices
Tuesday, December 04, 2018
Webinar: Full Physical Inventory Best Practices

Year-end is almost here and tying up your loose ends can be a huge undertaking. If you haven't started your business year-end checklist, now is the time to get busy. We've got you covered when it comes to completing a full physical inventory with an entire webinar detailing full physical inventory best practices. If you haven't reserved your seat already, register for the Full Physical Inventory Best Practices webinar Dec 13th, 2018 at 2:30 EST. Register Here Conducting a full physical inventory only

Encompass Solutions Inc
'Tis The Season To Complete Your Business Year-End Checklist
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
'Tis The Season To Complete Your Business Year-End Checklist

'Tis the season to begin wrapping up your finances and making plans for growth and investment for next year. If you haven't already begun your year-end checklist, now is the time. We've compiled a thorough business year-end checklist for your convenience, HERE. Don't have time to read the whats and the whys in detail? You can download a simplified PDF version of the checklist, ?HERE.  

Encompass Solutions Inc
United Steel Workers Union Approves Strike That Could Impact Businesses Nationwide
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
United Steel Workers Union Approves Strike That Could Impact Businesses Nationwide

Last week, the United Steel Workers Union (USW) voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike if new contract negotiations can’t reach a compromise. Read more about the developing situation here. http://ow.ly/h8ed30lL232

Encompass Solutions Inc
New Mass Personalization Technology From Glass Manufacturer Owens-Illinois
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
New Mass Personalization Technology From Glass Manufacturer Owens-Illinois

Owens-Illinois, Inc. has launched O-I : EXPRESSIONS, a mass personalization innovation developed for design agencies, packaging professionals and all food and beverage marketers wanting to stand out and offer consumers new reasons to choose their brands. http://ow.ly/84nV30lNcEc

Encompass Solutions Inc
Ransomware: 5 Things To Know Before You’re A Victim
Monday, August 06, 2018
Ransomware: 5 Things To Know Before You’re A Victim

Don't let your business be disrupted. Here's what you need to know about Ransomware, the latest tool used to extort money from business owners. These 5 tips are critical in keeping your business safe should you ever fall victim to a Ransomware attack.   READ MORE

Encompass Solutions Inc
TLS: The Big Deal Behind eCommerce Security
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
TLS: The Big Deal Behind eCommerce Security

If you run a retail business, have an online shop, or payment processing portal, your business needs to be in full compliance with the latest Transport Layer Security (TLS) standards. Without these safeguards in place, you can lose that ability to properly process payments and encounter serious setbacks when it comes to your business.   LEARN MORE

Encompass Solutions Inc
Other Voices: Celebrating 25 Years of...
Friday, January 12, 2018
Other Voices: Celebrating 25 Years of Connection

As we launch the 25th Anniversary of Other Voices, we offer you the opportunity to financially support the programming and events that will highlight the good and noble work being done through Other Voices.  Quality and prestige, impactful and humbling, proud and encouraging, are feelings and emotions we hope to generate as we celebrate the Other Voices journey together.   Help your OV Class raise more funds than all the other OV Classes! The challenge ends on December 1st! Begin by selecting your

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