Caldwell County Economic Development

09/03/2026

Governor Stein announced $4,933,520 in RIA grants approved for 11 local government projects. These grants commit to creating 673 jobs (331 previously announced) and are expected to attract over $1 billion in private investment.

Governor Josh Stein today announced that North Carolina’s Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 11 grant requests for local governments totaling…

09/02/2026

Caldwell County is excited to support local growth with a $186,000 grant to renovate a 103,102 sq. ft. facility in Lenoir for Chase Corporation, bringing 37 new jobs and new investment to our community. 🚀🏭

Read the full article here: https://www.caldwellcountync.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/276

09/01/2026

We’re proud to support our partners at CCC&TI in cheering on local entrepreneur Kevin Miller, a finalist in the statewide NC Small Business Center Network Startup Showdown! 🎉

Kevin’s pitch for FIVEUP Motorcycle Rentals has the potential to boost tourism and benefit businesses across Caldwell County and our region.

Show your support by liking his pitch video on YouTube now through September 15:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnHTBtcOYtw

Let’s rally behind this local innovator!

09/01/2026

The Golden LEAF Board of Directors recently awarded a total of $16.7 million in funding to support job creation and economic investment, workforce preparedness, and agriculture projects.

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C., (August 6, 2026) – Today, the Golden LEAF Board of Directors awarded a total of $16.7 million in funding to support job creation and economic investment, workforce preparedness, and agriculture projects. The Golden LEAF Board awarded $1.7 million to support four projects through...

08/28/2026

Happy (early) Birthday to the powerhouse herself, Ashley Brooke Bolick! 🎉

Your passion, drive, and dedication fuel everything you touch, and it shows in the incredible work you do every single day. You put your whole heart into every project, every challenge, and every moment, lifting up everyone around you along the way. This week, we’re celebrating not just your hard work, but the joy, energy, and spark you bring to everyone around you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ✨

08/25/2026

🚀 Save the Date! Caldwell Tech Talk is happening September 8th!

Join us at the Broyhill Center for Advanced Technologies for an afternoon of learning, innovation, and connection. Meet local tech leaders, explore new ideas, and be part of our region’s growing tech community.

🗓️ September 8, 2026
⏰ 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 CCC&TI – BCAT, 3040 Hickory Blvd. Hudson, NC

🎓 Open to students, entrepreneurs, and tech professionals.
🔗 RSVP today: bit.ly/techtalk090826

08/24/2026

Take a look at the latest housing market report that explores current trends and market shifts shaping the housing landscape for July 2026! 🏡

08/17/2026

We’re Hiring: A Planning Director!

The County is seeking an experienced Planning Director to perform professional, managerial, and administrative duties related to the County’s planning and development. If you’re a strategic leader passionate about community growth and development, we want to hear from you!

Apply today on our Website: https://www.caldwellcountync.org/435/Employment

Indeed Link: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Caldwell-County-Government/jobs

*Please note that the Caldwell County job website is not mobile friendly, if you can't get the link to appear, try using a laptop or desktop*

08/17/2026

Thank you to Secretary Lee Lilley and all who took time to join us for this roundtable conversation on Friday!