North Carolina Business
A new children’s book – ‘Gnu Gnu and Punda’s Great Adventure’ – celebrates friendship, teamwork and the African savanna’s wonders
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — icture this: endless golden grass, a scorching dry season and a journey from Tanzania to Kenya in search of life-giving water. In a new children’s book written by Liisa Andreassen and illustrated by Frederic Gingillino, “Gnu Gnu and Punda’s Great Adventure” (ISBN: 979-8218776183), give young readers the opportunity to join two unlikely companions – the sturdy wildebeest Gnu Gnu and the fast, sharp-eyed zebra Punda. They quickly discover that working together makes them stronger than they ever imagined….
Rice Park Acquires Rosegate Mortgage, Enhancing End-to-End Mortgage Capabilities and MSR Investment Platform
CHARLOTTE, N.C. and PLYMOUTH, Minn. — Rice Park Capital Management LP (“Rice Park”), a Minneapolis-based private investment firm specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), announced today that it has acquired Rosegate Mortgage, LLC (“Rosegate Mortgage”), NMLS #2020757, a retail and consumer-direct mortgage lender headquartered in Charlotte, NC….
TRUEENERGY Socks Expands Its Performance Platform with Premium Merino Wool Powered by Dual-Action Tru-X Technology
HICKORY, N.C. — Grandview Hosiery, LLC announced today that its TRUEENERGY® brand, the leader in performance sock innovation, has unveiled its Premium Merino Wool collection – an industry breakthrough that combines the natural intelligence of Merino Wool with advanced Tru-X Technology….
PHH Mortgage and Stavvy Partner to Deliver Greater Convenience for Homeowners Navigating Loan Modifications
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Stavvy, a leading digital mortgage platform, today announced that PHH Mortgage Corporation, a subsidiary of Onity Group Inc. (NYSE: ONTY), has selected its technology solution to enable fully digital execution of loan modification transactions. The partnership leverages Stavvy’s comprehensive suite of tools, including eSign, remote online notarization (RON), and in-person electronic notarization (IPEN), all integrated within a centralized, secure hub….
Mooresville Ford Hosts ‘Justin’s Wish’ Celebration in Support of Make-A-Wish
MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Mooresville Ford is proud to support Make-A-Wish(r) in bringing joy to a local teen through a heartwarming wish event. The dealership recently hosted a special surprise celebration on August 6th to honor Justin, a Make-A-Wish recipient, as his dream came to life….
Sokal Officially Certified for INFINITI Retailer Website Program
RALEIGH, N.C. — Sokal is pleased to announce its official certification as a preferred provider for the INFINITI Retailer Website Program, effective August 18, 2025. As a certified partner, Sokal is now authorized to deliver website solutions, search engine optimization (SEO), and digital advertising services to INFINITI retailers through the INFINITI Digital Program….
Wrap the Woods Pop-up Art Installation to Save One of Asheville’s Last Remaining Urban Forests
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Save the Woods organization in Asheville, NC, invites volunteers, community members, and activists to an art action: Wrap the Woods on Saturday, September 6, starting at 9:30 a.m. UNC Asheville’s 54-acre urban forest and cherished community resource and wildlife habitat (aka “The Woods”) is under threat of development despite its status as one of the last remaining urban forests in Asheville….
Mooresville Ford Earns Prestigious President’s Award for Third Consecutive Year
MOORESVILLE, N.C. — Mooresville Ford is proud to announce it has once again received the Ford President’s Award, marking the third consecutive year the dealership has earned this distinguished title. Mooresville Ford is the only Ford dealership in the region to receive this award three years in a row, a testament to its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence….
New Illustrated Book ‘An Alzheimer’s Caregiver Alphabet And More…’ Offers Artful, Honest Reflection on Caregiving and Loss During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
WILMINGTON, N.C. — Just in time for Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, Chuck Pennington releases “An Alzheimer’s Caregiver Alphabet And More…” (ISBN: 978-1779626561, released January 25, 2025 by Tellwell Publishing), a deeply personal, beautifully illustrated book offering both solace and insight to those touched by the devastating realities of dementia. This unique collection pairs watercolor artwork by Nick Mijak with poignant reflections from Pennington, who tenderly chronicles his journey as a caregiver for his late partner, Dennis….
Echoes of the Forest to Host Unveiling Event for First ‘Echo’ in Asheville’s River Arts District
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Echoes of the Forest, an Asheville-based 501(c)(3), is thrilled to announce the unveiling of its very first Echo. This is a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to promote community revitalization, environmental restoration, and economic rejuvenation through art. The event will take place at Foundation Woodworks in Asheville’s River Arts District on Thursday, June 12 at 5 p.m…..