Biopharma company to create 401 jobs in Wilson
The jobs would be part of a $317 million investment in the county. The announcement came during a meeting of the state Department of Commerce’s Economic Investment Committee.
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Glass manufacturer confirms it’s closing Wilson plant, laying off 337 workers
Ardagh Group has confirmed its closing of a plant in Wilson, saying in a layoff notice that 337 workers will be laid off “permanently” as of July 17.
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Community members and groups find a home at the Gig East Exchange
The Gig East Exchange serves as a third place for Wilson residents.
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Welcome to Wilson: the next innovation hub in North Carolina
Wilson, North Carolina, located just east of Raleigh, is home to the Gig East Exchange, Greenlight broadband, an incubator program for small businesses and a passionate local community — not to mention a low cost of living and close proximity to the Triangle.
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Wilson entrepreneurs build their business’ roots back home
Bankston Lewis and Joe Dyer, Wilson entrepreneurs and natives, started MidSouth Roofing and Construction. Now, they’ve brought their business back to their quickly growing hometown.
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Countdown to Gig East Summit: Showcasing the importance of stories
This year’s Gig East Summit takes place on May 20th and brings entrepreneurs, artists, scientists, and more to the city for panels, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.
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Report: FedEx to hire 200, open distribution facility in Wilson
FedEx has selected Wilson for a new distribution center that likely will create some 200 jobs, according to the Triangle Business Journal.
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Wilson is building an environment for growth – here’s how
From the art culture inspired by Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park to Greenlight Community Broadband’s gigabit internet to Gig East’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, residents of Wilson can find everything they need to not simply live, but live well. Here’s a look.
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7 early-stage startups win spots in RIoT’s Wilson accelerator program
The 12-week startup accelerator will launch on Feb.24. The program will be temporarily housed in a downtown Wilson space, before establishing a homebase at the Gig East Exchange after its grand opening.
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