Wayne County Dragstrip Set to Reopen in 2026

After sitting dormant for several years, Wayne County Dragstrip in central North Carolina is reopening under new operators on a one-year lease, bringing grassroots motorsports back to an 18-acre site. What’s happening: New operators focused on no-prep, bracket, and...

Women’s Pro Softball Coming to Durham

Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) announced that Durham will be home to the Carolina Blaze, playing at Duke University’s Smith Family Stadium starting summer 2026. Why this matters locally: Adds a new professional sports tenant to the Triangle market Drives...

NC Property Taxes Back in the Spotlight

North Carolina lawmakers are again reviewing property tax relief as values rise and affordability pressures grow. No immediate changes are expected—but the discussion matters for owners and tenants alike. What to know: Property taxes are set locally, not by the state....