Reynolds American CEO Debra Crew To Step Down At Year's End
The CEO of Winston-Salem-based Reynolds American Inc. is stepping down.
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E-Cigarettes Becoming More Common Among Smokers Trying To Quit
A new study suggests smokers are increasingly turning to e-cigarettes over other tools to help them quit.
Tobacco Companies Return To Television With Anti-Smoking Campaign
American tobacco companies are returning to prime-time TV after decades of being banned from advertising on the air. They'll also be appearing in print.
UNC Board Of Governors To Review Proposed Health Care Deal
The UNC Board of Governors has formed a special committee to look into the proposed deal to combine two health systems.
Duke Energy Rate Request Being Negotiated With Regulators
The nation's largest electric company agreed Monday to seek a smaller rate increase on more than a million North Carolina customers, with a smaller potential profit margin, but still wants nearly $
Triad Megasite Could Be A Top Competitor For Toyota-Mazda Plant
North Carolina is one of two states short-listed for a new automotive manufacturing plant, and experts say the Triad could have a solid chance at landing the deal.
Greensboro-Randolph Megasite Purchases Land, Fills In Gaps
Officials with the Greensboro-Randolph Megasite hope adding new land will help lure a major manufacturer to the Piedmont Triad.
'Of Noble Worth': Exploring A Century Of Work At A Mill Scheduled To Go Silent
In October, ITG Group announced that Cone Denim's White Oak facility in Greensboro would cease production.
Greensboro's Historic Cone White Oak Denim Plant Set To Close
The historic Cone Denim White Oak plant will be closing down after more than a century of operation in the Gate City, according to a Wednesday announcement.
British American Tobacco Ends Contract With Tech Firm Producing 'Low-Nicotine' Cigarettes
British American Tobacco has ended a contract with a biotechnology firm doing nicotine science with ties to the Piedmont.