Two clients of Custom Benefits Solutions, led by Morganton benefits adviser Cristy Gupton, have won 2026 Rosie Awards for employee health plans recognized nationally for cost control, quality care and improved worker experience.
A new North Carolina law will eliminate parking minimums while addressing stormwater runoff, bringing new flexibility for development and more environmental protections.
A new North Carolina law will eliminate parking minimums while addressing stormwater runoff, bringing new flexibility for development and more environmental protections.
North Carolina Secretary of State records show 93 new entities were registered in the two counties during August, including 48 in Burke County and 45 in Caldwell County.
Hildebran’s data center moratorium comes as North Carolina lawmakers consider statewide restrictions addressing electricity costs, water use, noise and incentives, potentially affecting Digi Power X’s proposed 150-megawatt artificial intelligence campus.
On Aug. 14, the Burke County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for Tropical Smoothie, 1018 Burkemont Ave., Morganton. Owner Kalpeshkumar Patel cut the ribbon alongside Morganton Mayor Ronnie Thompson, team members, friends, and supporters. Also in attendance were Morganton Councilm…
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore toured Seiren North America in Morganton to hear how federal tax cuts are helping manufacturers invest in equipment, expansion, and innovation.
U.S. Rep. Tim Moore toured Seiren North America in Morganton to hear how federal tax cuts are helping manufacturers invest in equipment, expansion, and innovation.
Chicken Salad Chick's new Morganton location will open on Wednesday, marking the second location for Allison Anderson and Sunny Murtaza, who also own the Hickory location.
Visitor spending increased in Burke and Caldwell counties in 2025, even as the larger Asheville and Foothills region posted a slight decline in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
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