Hive MLS expands into the Smoky Mountains as Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS joins

Hive MLS today represents over 19,000 brokers and appraisers in the Southeast region, including operations in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia, serving 449 cities and towns.

Daniel Jones, CEO of Hive MLS

Hive MLS, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services, today announces Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS has joined its wholesale cooperative.

Joining Hive MLS reflects our shared commitment to advancing the real estate profession while continuing to embody the collaborative spirit of neighbors helping neighbors.”

— Kathleen Simmons - Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS

WILMINGTON, NC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hive MLS, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services (MLS), today announced that the Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS (MLBOR) has joined its wholesale cooperative.

The move expands Hive MLS’s footprint

Bluegrss Musicians and TV Hosts Daniel & Carolyn Routh Announce Purchase of Cultural and Retail Legacy in Siler City, NC

Sawyer’s Hardware and Supply Logo

Daniel and Carolyn Routh, Owners of Sawyer’s Hardware and Supply

Interior Shot, Sawyers Hardware and Supply

Couple hopes to revitalize downtown Siler City and continue family legacy.

Dennis Sawyer…had interest from other buyers, but they did not intend to preserve the location as a hardware store, We want to preserve the hardware store and maintain a vibrant community.”

— Daniel Routh

SILER CITY, NC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- For many independent musicians and artists, a full-time job or other side hustle is a necessity to underwrite the cost of creative passions. For Daniel and Carolyn Routh, longtime residents and passionate advocates for the town of Siler City, NC, it has been the success of their band, Nu-Blu, that has allowed entrepreneurial endeavors.

The Rouths are proud to announce the

Infopine to Showcase iTexClouds ERP at ATA Expo 2025 — AI-Powered Platform Transforming Textile Operations

iTexClouds ERP - Leading ERP for Textile Manufacturers and Distributors

AI Powered for Textile Businesses

Infopine to showcase iTexClouds ERP at ATA Expo 2025, boosting textile manufacturers' efficiency, visibility, and ROI with AI-driven automation.

After 30 years in the textile industry, I’ve seen the same problem repeated—systems built for other sectors being forced into ours. With iTexClouds ERP, manufacturers finally have a solution.”

— Todd Morgan

WINSTON-SALEM, NC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Infopine, a leading provider of enterprise software solutions for the textile industry, will participate in ATA Expo 2025, hosted by the Advanced Textiles Association.

At Booth E1918, Infopine will showcase how

Hatch Homes Receives 2024 James Hardie President’s Club Award for Siding Excellence in Wilmington, NC

Hatch Homes Honored as a James Hardie President’s Club Award Winner

This blue home exterior was remodeled by Hatch Homes, a leading siding contractor in the Carolinas specializing in James Hardie® fiber cement siding.

New Construction Featuring White James Hardie Siding

Wilmington-based Hatch Homes named among the top 33 James Hardie siding contractors nationwide for quality installation and customer service.

This recognition is about more than awards, it’s about ensuring homeowners across the Carolinas get siding solutions built to last. Our team is proud to set the standard for craftsmanship and service.”

— Bill Gayler

WILMINGTON, NC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hatch Homes, an exterior remodeling company based in Wilmington, North Carolina, announced that it has been honored with the 2024 James Hardie President’s Club Award, placing it among the top 33 siding contractors in the United States. This prestigious award from

New Book Release and Webinar with Renowned Educational Historian and Public School Advocate, Dr. Diane Ravitch

 

Public School First NC

Dr. Diane Ravitch discusses her new memoir on Wednesday, October 22.

The changes in my worldview are real and deep. In this book, I try to explain.”

— Diane Ravitch

RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dr. Diane Ravitch, renowned education historian and public education advocate, has just released her latest book, a memoir. Join Public Schools First North Carolina in a webinar with Ravitch to discuss her new book, An Education: How I Changed My Mind About Schools and Almost Everything Else, published by Columbia University Press.

The webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22 from 7-8 p.m. Registration is open.

With honesty and grace, Ravitch retraces her

Medicare Advantage Changes in North Carolina: What You Need to Know About UNC Health in 2026

UNC Health parting ways with Humana, WellCare, and Cigna

UNC Health to leave major Medicare Advantage networks January 1, 2026 — Broad River Insurance urges affected members to act during enrollment period.

ASHEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, October 20, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Major changes are coming to Medicare Advantage in North Carolina beginning January 1st, 2026. As of this date, they will no longer be in-network with several major Medicare Advantage plans, including Humana, WellCare, and Health Care Service

Jenesis Software Introduces AI Assistance for Automated Marketing in JenesisNow

New built-in AI tools make it faster and easier for independent insurance agencies to create polished, effective email and text campaigns.

Our new AI-assisted features make it simple for agents to create professional, effective marketing content quickly.”

— Eddie Price, President and Founder of Jenesis Software

ELON, NC, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Jenesis Software is excited to announce the launch of AI assistance for automated marketing templates for email and text campaigns within its JenesisNow insurance agency management system. This new feature helps independent insurance agencies quickly generate, refine, and optimize marketing content—directly inside the JenesisNow platform—streamlining outreach and boosting communication quality without requiring external tools or copywriting expertise.

Smarter, Faster Marketing for Agencies

Creating compelling marketing campaigns can be time-consuming for busy insurance