Pine Hall Brick is launching its new Pine Hall Brick & Stone brand, expanding its product offerings to include both natural and manufactured stone. The expansion comes as the region’s construction materials sector faces new uncertainty — keep reading. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Forestry
A federal court ruling found that the U.S. Forest Service violated the Endangered Species Act. The impact: Timber projects across WNC have been suspended, and the agency must address deficiencies in its endangered species analysis before activities can resume. (Carolina Public Press)
Number
50%. Layoffs in NC have increased by half in 2026, with more than 3,400 job cuts reported so far this year. (WSOCTV)
Sports
March Madness drove over $726 million in NC online sports betting. That’s nearly $76 million in gross wagering revenue and over $13 million in state taxes. More data here. (Business North Carolina)
Ranked
NC clocked in at No. 10 on a new WalletHub ranking of the best states for working from home. The report weighed factors like internet costs, home size, and cybersecurity, but we’d argue there’s one more metric that matters: great coffee shops for working.
Job
Revolution Medicines is hiring a Senior Oncology Account Manager ($150,000-$230,000) for a remote role covering the Winston-Salem, Charlotte, Asheville, and Knoxville territories. You would promote the company’s oncology therapies, build relationships with healthcare stakeholders, and drive market adoption of treatments targeting RAS-driven cancers. Apply on the company site.
Remote
Cato Networks is hiring a Director of Communications ($150,000-$200,000) for a remote role. The position will lead integrated communications strategy, strengthen media relationships, and elevate the company’s thought leadership within the cybersecurity industry. Apply online.
Tech
Editor’s pick: Prompt Perfect. I don’t like to waste prompts, so this free extension is great for better results.
Try This
Got a product parents will tot-ally love? Add it to our upcoming Parents Gift Guide, publishing in May + June. Your product will be featured in our online guide where we’re highlighting products that make parenting easier. In other words: a little extra visibility to help your brand earn some serious parent points. Add your product.*
Events
Agenda
Editor’s Pick
State of Education | Wednesday, April 22 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Benton Convention Center | $60+ | Enjoy a luncheon with remarks from Superintendent Don Phipps and President + CEO Mark Owen.
Wednesday, April 22
Community Day | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Flywheel Coworking | Free
939 Burke St. | Multi-tenant suites | $625–$1,350/month (MG) | Flexible office space in Burke House located in Winston-Salem’s West End with strong foot traffic, ample parking, and a mix of surrounding retail and residential uses.
250 W. First St., #119 | ~500 sqft | $750/month (all-in) | Small downtown office suite with utilities and internet included, ideal for solo operators or small teams seeking affordable space in Winston-Salem.
Mixed-use, for sale
705 N. Main St. | 7,440 sqft | Starting bid: $150,000 | Historic three-level storefront in Winston-Salem’s Industry Hill district with condo conversion or live-work potential, located near the planned amphitheater and walkable downtown amenities.
Industrial, for sale
3655 Reed St. | 66,048 sqft | $5.2 million | Light industrial facility in Winston-Salem’s Carolina Core with heavy power, 8 dock doors, and proximity to I-40, ideal for distribution, manufacturing, or owner-user investment.
Land, for sale
S. Broad St. & Walnut Ave. | 0.72 acres | $600,000 | Corner redevelopment site in West Salem with strong visibility and flexible zoning for residential or small commercial use near Salem Bottleworks.
The job hunt can be brutal. Here’s how to make it easier: Use AI to screen jobs for fit. Share your resume and a job description, and ask for a quick assessment.
Don’t be afraid to leverage us humans either. If you’re looking for work in a specific industry, let Cat and me know by responding to this email.
}})
