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Beaufort County Community College (Beaufort CCC)’s Small Business Center director, Jack Dugan, received the Center of Excellence Innovation Award for Programs and Seminars during last week’s North Carolina Community College Small Business Center Network meeting.
Beaufort County Community College (Beaufort CCC)’s Small Business Center director, Jack Dugan, received the Center of Excellence Innovation Award for Programs and Seminars during last week’s North Carolina Community College Small Business Center Network meeting.
 
Award highlights ECU Health’s telehealth approach in addressing rural disparities
Published: Saturday, July 12th, 2025 @ 7:25 pm By: ENC NOW
Award highlights ECU Health’s telehealth approach in addressing rural disparities
 
A group of prominent North Carolina business leaders, and some big Republican donors, sent a letter Tuesday morning to all House Republicans urging them to abandon plans to muddy the budget process with legalized casinos
A group of prominent North Carolina business leaders, and some big Republican donors, sent a letter Tuesday morning to all House Republicans urging them to abandon plans to muddy the budget process with legalized casinos
 
The North Carolina Senate has crafted a recipe for cronyism and corruption.
The North Carolina Senate has crafted a recipe for cronyism and corruption.
 
A recent Economist magazine article examined President Joe Biden’s industrial policy approach, describing it as “place-based industrial policy.” (subscription may be required)
A recent Economist magazine article examined President Joe Biden’s industrial policy approach, describing it as “place-based industrial policy.” (subscription may be required)
 
The groundbreaking on what is being called the “crown jewel of VinFast’s global expansion” occurred Friday morning at the site of the $4 billion EV manufacturing plant in Triangle Innovation Point, in the Chatham County town of Moncure.
The groundbreaking on what is being called the “crown jewel of VinFast’s global expansion” occurred Friday morning at the site of the $4 billion EV manufacturing plant in Triangle Innovation Point, in the Chatham County town of Moncure.
 
One of the sticking points in the state budget negotiations is the $1.4 billion proposed in the Senate version for NCInnovation, a private, non-profit created by some NC business leaders in 2018, aimed at providing grants for applied research at select UNC-system universities.
One of the sticking points in the state budget negotiations is the $1.4 billion proposed in the Senate version for NCInnovation, a private, non-profit created by some NC business leaders in 2018, aimed at providing grants for applied research at select UNC-system universities.
 
$500 million corrupt waste, thanks to progressive Phil Berger
Published: Friday, October 13th, 2023 @ 9:10 am By: John Steed
$500 million corrupt waste, thanks to progressive Phil Berger
 
Another poor choice for a "success story" by NCInnovation further undercuts the organization's case
Another poor choice for a "success story" by NCInnovation further undercuts the organization's case
 
North Carolinians deserve better oversight than they’re getting.North Carolinians deserve better oversight than they’re getting.
North Carolinians deserve better oversight than they’re getting.North Carolinians deserve better oversight than they’re getting.
 
Texas program should serve as a cautionary tale for North Carolina legislators debating $1.4 billion in funding for NCInnovation
Texas program should serve as a cautionary tale for North Carolina legislators debating $1.4 billion in funding for NCInnovation
 
Criticism continues to mount over the North Carolina Senate’s decision to include $1.4 billion for NCInnovation in its proposed budget. Not only would it be a massive crony scheme using taxpayer dollars to reward select businesses by political appointees, the organization’s own justifications contin
Criticism continues to mount over the North Carolina Senate’s decision to include $1.4 billion for NCInnovation in its proposed budget. Not only would it be a massive crony scheme using taxpayer dollars to reward select businesses by political appointees, the organization’s own justifications contin
 
An influential staffer at the General Assembly recently described NCInnovation as a “free market approach”
An influential staffer at the General Assembly recently described NCInnovation as a “free market approach”
 
Grant funds innovative ECU research into fertility challenges
Grant funds innovative ECU research into fertility challenges
 
With such a business-friendly climate, why would NCInnovation even be necessary?
With such a business-friendly climate, why would NCInnovation even be necessary?
 
Would you be willing to turn over 1.4 billion dollars to an unknown group over which you have no oversight or control and who can do with it as they choose? I bet you wouldn’t do that with even $1,400. But our legislature appears ready to go with the $1.4B.
Would you be willing to turn over 1.4 billion dollars to an unknown group over which you have no oversight or control and who can do with it as they choose? I bet you wouldn’t do that with even $1,400. But our legislature appears ready to go with the $1.4B.
 
In a display of liturgical fashion innovation, the Anglican Church has officially unveiled tuck-friendly vestments to accommodate priests who dress up as priestesses.
Published: Sunday, August 13th, 2023 @ 8:36 am By: Babylon Bee
In a display of liturgical fashion innovation, the Anglican Church has officially unveiled tuck-friendly vestments to accommodate priests who dress up as priestesses.
 
There are several reasons to oppose the proposed $1.4 billion appropriation to NCInnovation
There are several reasons to oppose the proposed $1.4 billion appropriation to NCInnovation
 
The nonprofit slated to receive $1.4 billion in the Senate budget plan touted the failing VinFast as a successful example to emulate
The nonprofit slated to receive $1.4 billion in the Senate budget plan touted the failing VinFast as a successful example to emulate
 
The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced Tuesday the launch of two new initiatives and web pages that will help companies in the state potentially receive federal designation as Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)
The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced Tuesday the launch of two new initiatives and web pages that will help companies in the state potentially receive federal designation as Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs)
 
The $1.4 billion allocation for a non-profit called NCInnovation in the state Senate’s budget plan has raised some eyebrows. Given that this appropriation to the barely five-year-old non-profit organization would amount to nearly five percent of the entire state General Fund budget, it should.
The $1.4 billion allocation for a non-profit called NCInnovation in the state Senate’s budget plan has raised some eyebrows. Given that this appropriation to the barely five-year-old non-profit organization would amount to nearly five percent of the entire state General Fund budget, it should.
 
On Monday, North Carolina Senate Republicans unveiled a budget proposal that allocates $1.425 billion to NCInnovation
On Monday, North Carolina Senate Republicans unveiled a budget proposal that allocates $1.425 billion to NCInnovation
 
ECU joins partnership to foster innovation in NC
ECU joins partnership to foster innovation in NC
 
Millions of people left major cities in the United States between 2020 and 2022, years dominated by government lockdown policies and elevated crime rates, according to an analysis released last week by the Economic Innovation Group.
Published: Saturday, May 13th, 2023 @ 10:12 pm By: Daily Wire
Millions of people left major cities in the United States between 2020 and 2022, years dominated by government lockdown policies and elevated crime rates, according to an analysis released last week by the Economic Innovation Group.
 
A still-ongoing program devised by President Barack Obama to bring Silicon Valley tech types into the federal government to foster innovation instead descended into repeated rule violations, massive financial losses, and retaliation against a whistleblower who called attention to potential violation
Published: Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 @ 11:49 pm By: Daily Wire
A still-ongoing program devised by President Barack Obama to bring Silicon Valley tech types into the federal government to foster innovation instead descended into repeated rule violations, massive financial losses, and retaliation against a whistleblower who called attention to potential violation
 
Innovation, community partnerships help ECU bring dental care to underserved Hyde County
Innovation, community partnerships help ECU bring dental care to underserved Hyde County
 
Marian Tupy, senior fellow at the Cato Institute, is co-author of the book “Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet.”
Marian Tupy, senior fellow at the Cato Institute, is co-author of the book “Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet.”
 
ECU-led telepsychiatry program earns state award for technology innovation
ECU-led telepsychiatry program earns state award for technology innovation
 
As Canada's MAID (Medical Assistance In Dying) system continues to alleviate the pain of patients and the financial strain on the nation's healthcare system, a recent innovation is expected to further improve results
As Canada's MAID (Medical Assistance In Dying) system continues to alleviate the pain of patients and the financial strain on the nation's healthcare system, a recent innovation is expected to further improve results
 
ECU dental school’s innovation transforms oral health care in rural North Carolina
ECU dental school’s innovation transforms oral health care in rural North Carolina
 
We take it for granted that people are free to use their abilities as they choose, and as a result, society as a whole benefits from their work and innovations.
We take it for granted that people are free to use their abilities as they choose, and as a result, society as a whole benefits from their work and innovations.
 
To capture more of the business involved in processing agricultural products and to further grow the state’s agricultural economy, a new pilot plant facility focused on food manufacturing opened in 2019 at the N.C. Research Campus in Kannapolis.
Published: Sunday, November 13th, 2022 @ 6:07 pm By: ENC NOW
To capture more of the business involved in processing agricultural products and to further grow the state’s agricultural economy, a new pilot plant facility focused on food manufacturing opened in 2019 at the N.C. Research Campus in Kannapolis.
 
As Chairman of the Energy Policy Council, Lt. Governor Robinson is pleased to announce the establishment of the Energy Innovation Committee. This committee will serve the state and work to inform the Energy Policy Council about new, and emerging energy technology.
Published: Friday, October 7th, 2022 @ 3:03 pm By: ENC NOW
As Chairman of the Energy Policy Council, Lt. Governor Robinson is pleased to announce the establishment of the Energy Innovation Committee. This committee will serve the state and work to inform the Energy Policy Council about new, and emerging energy technology.
 
Golden LEAF’s mission is to increase economic opportunity in North Carolina’s rural, tobacco-dependent, and economically distressed communities through leadership in grantmaking, collaboration, innovation, and stewardship as an independent and perpetual foundation.
Published: Tuesday, September 27th, 2022 @ 12:47 pm By: ENC NOW
Golden LEAF’s mission is to increase economic opportunity in North Carolina’s rural, tobacco-dependent, and economically distressed communities through leadership in grantmaking, collaboration, innovation, and stewardship as an independent and perpetual foundation.
 
Senators raise questions, concerns in letter to federal health agencies
Trustees cut ribbon on Isley Innovation Hub
Trustees cut ribbon on Isley Innovation Hub
 
North Carolina honored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation & the National Academy for State Health Policy with 2022 Medicaid Innovation Award
Published: Thursday, September 22nd, 2022 @ 10:10 pm By: ENC NOW
North Carolina honored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation & the National Academy for State Health Policy with 2022 Medicaid Innovation Award
 
ECU's Isley Innovation Hub opens, providing resources for all students
ECU's Isley Innovation Hub opens, providing resources for all students
 
John Podesta to Serve as Senior Advisor to the President for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation; Ali Zaidi to Succeed Gina McCarthy as Assistant to the President & National Climate Advisor
Published: Friday, September 9th, 2022 @ 11:18 pm By: ENC NOW
John Podesta to Serve as Senior Advisor to the President for Clean Energy Innovation and Implementation; Ali Zaidi to Succeed Gina McCarthy as Assistant to the President & National Climate Advisor
 
Award Winners to Be Honored at Annual Bernstein Dinner in October
Award Winners to Be Honored at Annual Bernstein Dinner in October
 
To paraphrase Alice, who used the term to describe her adventures in Wonderland, election politics in America is getting “curiouser and curiouser.” North Carolina has been in the forefront of innovation and implementation
To paraphrase Alice, who used the term to describe her adventures in Wonderland, election politics in America is getting “curiouser and curiouser.” North Carolina has been in the forefront of innovation and implementation
 

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