Greensboro City Council approves funds to continue pallet shelter program
Greensboro City Council unanimously approved more than $190,000 in funds Tuesday for the Doorway Project, its pallet shelter program.
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Appalachian State begins next phase of housing plan
There are almost 18,000 full-time Appalachian State students taking classes in Boone, but only enough on-campus housing for just over a third of them.
Rehab begins for Southwoods affordable housing complex in Greensboro
A local nonprofit group has announced a rehabilitation project that will help maintain low-cost housing in Greensboro.
Turning unused office space into housing could solve 2 problems, but it's tricky
Turning barely used office space into desperately needed urban housing seems like a win-win in the work-from-home era. But even in cities eager to do this, plenty of obstacles remain.
Shocked by those extra monthly apartment fees? 3 big rental sites plan to reveal them
Surprise charges for things like paying rent online or removing trash can add up and make an apartment less affordable. Advocates warn they can also put renters at risk for debt or even eviction.
Why can't we stop homelessness? 4 reasons why there's no end in sight
Many cities have devoted considerable focus and money to house people, only to see the number living outside continue to rise.
Construction set to begin this summer on Appalachian State University building projects
Construction is set to begin this summer on Appalachian State University’s Innovation District in Boone.
Would you live next to co-workers for the right price? This company is betting yes
Businesses like Cook Medical in Indiana say the housing shortage makes it harder to recruit and keep middle-income workers. Now, more companies are building places for employees to rent or even buy.
Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines to seek seventh term in 2024
Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines, a Democrat, has been in office since 2001. He hasn’t been seriously challenged since.
Community land trusts conversation continues in Greensboro
City of Greensboro officials hope that community land trusts can help alleviate the ongoing affordable housing shortage.