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America's 50 Best Cities to Live In - Morrisville, NC

24/7 Wall St. created an index of over two dozen measures to identify the best city to live in each state based off of affordability, economy, quality of life, and community. Morrisville offers close access to each of the three universities and is one of the fastest-growing communities … Read more >

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The Research Triangle Might Have the Best Startup Talent Pipeline in Tech

NC is home to a bustling epicenter for tech startups, brainy talent, & killer barbecue! See why people are moving to Raleigh.  Read more >

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5 Most Start-Up Friendly Cities in America - Raleigh #3

Deep talent pools, opportunities for funding, and other favorable conditions are attracting entrepreneurs to move to Raleigh. Read more >

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How the Triangle’s Local Tech Talent is Impacting Commercial Real Estate

When people think about explosive city growth, they often think about the population increase and where everyone is going to live. Read more >

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How the Triangle’s Local Tech Talent is Impacting Commercial Real Estate

When people think about explosive city growth, they often think about the population increase and where everyone is going to live. Read more.  Read more >

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Raleigh-startup Adds Jobs & HQ Designation

Pendo, a growing technology company founded in Raleigh, will more than triple its local operations over the next five years, adding 590 jobs and investing $34.5 million in Wake County. Read more >

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Press Release from Gov. Cooper on Advance Auto Expansion

RALEIGH: Advance Auto Parts, Inc., (NYSE: AAP) will designate Raleigh as its corporate headquarters and expand operations in Wake County by adding up to 435 new jobs over five years, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. These roles will enable the company to add value for customers and share… Read more >

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Forbes Ranks NC #1 for Business

The Forbes Best States for Business ranking looks at 41 metrics across six main categories: business costs, regulatory environment, economic climate, growth prospects and quality of life. North Carolina was the only state to rank among the top 12 states in all six categories.  Read more >

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Raleigh Restaurant Featured on the Today Show

A Place at the Table a local restaurant in Raleigh, North Carolina, is founded by 27-year-old Maggie Kane. This restaurant allows customers to pay what they can, in order to help those struggling. Read more about Maggie Kane and her story here. Read more >

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The 10 Best Big Cities to Live in Right Now (Raleigh #2)

Raleigh recently ranked as the second-best big city to live in America alongside other metros such as Austin, TX, Virginia Beach, VA, and San Diego, CA.  Read more >