Active Defender, a startup based in Moore County, has been named as one of the top 10 startups to watch by the NC Tech Association.
NC Tech Association’s Technology Corporate Awards recognize technology companies for innovation, excellence and growth.
According to their website, Active Defender’s innovative crisis communication technology equips students, parents and faculty with tools to help in the event of an emergency.
Active Defender’s emergency app works to ensure all parties involved can gain the answers to these four questions:
Technology such as this is important for increasing security in schools and ensuring the safety of students and staff.
Nearly 80 acres of commercial development are now underway in Hope Mills. With Target serving as the anchor tenant, Camden Commons will bring a dynamic mix of retail and commercial opportunities. Land clearing and grading are underway at the site dev
GRAPHIC PROVIDED BY BETTER BUSINESS BUREAUIn the fall of 2025, I was approached to be a judge for the Better Business Bureau’s 2026 award series. Like many of you in the community, I didn’t realize that the BBB had its own awards, and I was excited t
As the director of the FSU HUB, Dr. Tamara Colvin is responsible for strategic and operational leadership to provide impactful support to emerging entrepreneurs and existing small businesses. Photo provided by Colvin.Fayetteville Cumberland Regional
