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Major European Retailer Building First US Headquarters in Fort Mill

A major European retailer is planning on building its first US headquarters in Fort Mill – investing $25.5 million and create 215 new jobs. Netherlands-based Action plans will use a roughly 345,000-square-foot building near Carowinds Boulevard and Pleasant Road. The company operates more than 3,500 discount stores across Europe...

Fort Mill, SC · 17h

The Post and Courier

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Opening chapter: Fort Mill businesswoman opens town's first bookstore

FORT MILL — Downtown Fort Mill is home to a mix of places to grab a bite to eat or find a gift for a friend. Lauren Randar decided it was time to turn the page and add a bookstore to the town’s growing list of offerings. She’s already local business owner, with her graphic design company, Tied & Two, operating there for six years. When an attorney’s office just off Main Street became available earlier in 2026, Randar moved the company there, but also saw an opportunity for a storefront business that Fort Mill has never had before. “I've always wanted to own a bookshop,” said Randar, 35, owner ...

Fort Mill, SC · 2d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Meet the Marine Veteran Flipping Historic Homes in North Carolina—and Making Sure They Qualify for VA Loans

Adam Miller has been renovating historic North Carolina homes for 15 years, and makes sure to bring them up to code to qualify for VA loans.

Davidson, NC · 3d

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Petalcakes Sets Move to New Huntersville Storefront With Expanded Café Concept

Petalcakes is preparing to relocate from its current shop at 9856 Gilead Road, Suite E105, to a new storefront at 9818 Gilead Road, Huntersville. Owner Courtney McCarthy confirmed in an interview with WhatNow Charlotte that the move will take place within the same parking lot, giving the bakery a more visible storefront and room to develop a café-style experience. The business was previously highlighted by Hey Huntersville, which spotted its “Coming Soon” signage at Rosedale Shopping Center.

Huntersville, NC · 19h

WFAE

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Charlotte data center could get backup power from 242 diesel generators

Charlotte has a moratorium on new data centers, but it doesn’t apply to some huge projects that are already underway. A proposed Mecklenburg County air quality permit would allow Digital Realty to run 242 diesel-powered generators to power its hyperscale data center on Moores Chapel Road during blackouts. The...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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UNC Charlotte creates entrepreneurship school with gift from biotech founder

A former UNC Charlotte goalkeeper turned biotech founder is giving his alma mater an undisclosed sum to launch a startup school.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

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Publix Targets 2027 Opening at Redhawk Pointe in Cramerton

Publix is targeting a 2027 opening for a new supermarket at Redhawk Pointe, a planned shopping center along South New Hope Road in Cramerton, North Carolina. The Lakeland, Florida-based grocer confirmed the upcoming location alongside another Charlotte-area store in Matthews, according to a November 2026 announcement reported by CBJ Newsroom on Instagram.

Cramerton, NC · 1d

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Wolter acquires North Carolina forklift dealer WMH Solutions

Materials handling equipment and service provider Wolter has acquired WMH Solutions (Wheeler Material Handling), a Linde forklift dealer headquartered in Charlotte, NC. The acquisition brings together Wolter’s more than 800 employees with WMH’s network of over 200 employees, with 11 locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. The combined organization will operate more than 40 locations across 15 states with over 1,000 employees, offering customers an unmatched breadth of products, services, and technical expertise under one unified Wolter brand.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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Solar Cell Manufacturer Restarts after Chemical Leaks

Silfab Solar initiated the restart of its chemical commissioning process at its $150 million solar cell manufacturing facility in Fort Mill, South Carolina, following an eight-month operational pause as a result of incidents involving chemical leaks. Operations halted this past March after back-to-back incidents involving a release of 300 gallons...

Fort Mill, SC · 2d

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Diesel Spill Turns Charlotte Creek Red Near Atrium Health Mercy Hospital

A creek running through Charlotte's Elizabeth neighborhood turned red after roughly 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel spilled from an aboveground storage tank at Atrium Health Mercy hospital, with an estimated 800 gallons making it into a nearby waterway. Cleanup crews have been working the site along North Laurel Avenue, deploying booms and vacuum equipment to pull the fuel out of the water.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

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Jennifer Rieffer moves to Charlotte to lead Gray Media’s WBTV

Gray Media named Jennifer Rieffer as the new general manager of WBTV (CBS) in Charlotte, North Carolina (DMA 21), effective. A graduate of Morehead State University, Rieffer started her broadcast career in Lexington, Kentucky, where she spent 24 years at the Fox affiliate. She then moved to Flint, Michigan, where she served as general manager overseeing the Fox, NBC and CW stations.

Charlotte, NC · 3d

Charlotte Observer

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Novant Health CEO Carl Armato to retire after more than a decade in the role

After nearly three decades at Novant Health , Carl Armato is retiring as president and CEO at the end of the year. His official departure is set for Dec. 31, the healthcare system announced Tuesday. John Gizdic , executive vice president and chief operating officer, will step in as president and interim chief executive officer on Jan. 1. “Leading Novant Health has been one of the greatest privileges of my career, but what I am most proud of is the difference our remarkable team members make every day for our patients and communities,” Armato said in a news release. “Healthcare has changed tremendously during my time as CEO, but our purpose has remained constant: to care for people when they need us most and to create a healthier future together.” Decades of Novant leadership Armato joined Novant Health in 1998 as vice president of finance and operations for physician divisions in Charlotte and Winston-Salem. Over the years, he took on several leadership roles, including senior vice president of materials management and logistics, chief operating officer, president and CEO of the Charlotte market, president of Novant Health markets and system chief operating officer. He was named Novant’s president and CEO in

Charlotte, NC · 2d

WFAE

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CMS board approves $180 million in school construction contracts, continues contracting review

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board approved more than $180 million in construction contracts for new schools Wednesday, but debate over the vote underscored ongoing concerns about the district’s contracting practices. The contracts covered construction phase services at Beverly Woods Elementary School, Huntersville Elementary School and Berryhill School, three new projects...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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Silfab Solar resumes chemical operations at South Carolina plant following eight-month pause

Following back-to-back chemical leaks and a multi-agency federal and state investigation, Silfab Solar has restarted chemical operations at its Fort Mill manufacturing plant. Silfab Solar has officially restarted its chemical commissioning process at its $150 million solar cell and module manufacturing facility in Fort Mill, South Carolina, ending an eight-month operational pause triggered by chemical leaks earlier this year.

Fort Mill, SC · 3d

WSOC Charlotte

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Former NBA, Hornets player puts south Charlotte estate back on market at nearly $8M

A former NBA and Charlotte Hornets⁠ player has put his Carmel Estates mansion back on the market at nearly $8 million.

Charlotte, NC · 5d

buildlikenew.com

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LaMelo Ball Just Listed His $2.6M Charlotte Condo and It Has a Rooftop Go Kart Track

LaMelo Ball Is Done With Charlotte and His $2.6 Million Condo Proves It LaMelo Ball’s Charlotte chapter is officially closed. […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.

Charlotte, NC · 5d

Queen City News

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Novant Health apologizes after technology issue delays employee paychecks

A payroll issue caused delays in Novant Health employees receiving their paychecks after the health care system switched to a new payroll vendor.

Charlotte, NC · 5d

WSOC Charlotte

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EPA takes lead on diesel spill in Mecklenburg County waterway

Mecklenburg County says the EPA is taking the lead on the fuel spill into a local creek.

Mecklenburg County, NC · 3d

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Charlotte Returns to Top 10 in 2027 Emerging Trends in Real Estate Report

Charlotte has climbed back into the top 10 of the 2027 Emerging Trends in Real Estate report, ranking No. 10 among 81 U.S. markets to watch next year. The report, a copy of which the Charlotte Business Journal obtained, was issued by the Urban Land Institute and PwC. According to...

Charlotte, NC · 4d

North Carolina Jobs Desk

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Charlotte food and hospitality jobs: shift leader, greeter, bartender, team member, and breakfast attendant

Charlotte’s roundup centers on five food and hospitality roles that differ by setting and guest interaction. Papa Johns is seeking a full-time Shift Leader with restaurant operations responsibility; Buffalo Wild Wings has a part-time Greeter focused on arrivals and seating; Rally Pickleball is hiring a full-time Bartender for its Lower South End venue; Jack in the Box lists a full-time Team Member for kitchen or guest-service work through an independent franchisee; and Carowinds has a full-time seasonal Breakfast Attendant at SpringHill Suites by Marriott, focused on breakfast service and dining-area upkeep.

Charlotte, NC · 3d