North Carolina Top State for Business

The Trump administration is moving to limit foreign ownership of U.S. farmland, a change that could significantly affect agricultural holdings in North Carolina. Business leaders are celebrating after the state was ranked first in the nation for business climate, a point highlighted by NC Chamber President Gary Salamido. In healthcare news, Duke and UNC plan to build a joint children’s hospital in Apex, expanding pediatric services in the Triangle. Governor Stein has also signed a pharmacy‑benefit reform bill intended to lower prescription costs for consumers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.