Water Access Dispute Signals Growth Constraints in NC

Fuquay-Varina’s proposal to withdraw ~6.17M gallons/day from the Cape Fear River—without returning it—faces growing opposition from lawmakers and downstream communities. Concerns: reduced water supply, higher treatment costs, long-term regional impactDemand driver:...

Oak City Fish & Chips | Shark Tank Takeaway

Raleigh-based entrepreneur Isaac Horton pitched Shark Tank with strong traction—but left without a deal. Key facts • Sharks liked product + financials • No investment offered due to lack of brick-and-mortar anchor • Franchise-only model flagged as higher risk •...

Durham | Duke Gardens Expansion

Sarah P. Duke Gardens has completed a major expansion, reshaping its entry experience and visitor flow. • New welcome center + café + 40,000 SF green space • Attendance growth: 250K → 640K annually • Former parking area converted to event lawn + plaza • $30M...