May 2, 2016
Many social changes we've seen in the United States in recent decades have economic implications. Multi-generational housing is an example. NC State University economist Mike Walden explains.
Apr 25, 2016
Statistics show that more homeowners are now borrowing against their home equity -- that part of their homes' value they own. Before the housing crash a decade ago, massive home equity loans were being taken out and ultimately created big economic problems. NC State University economist Mike Walden considers whether we are we going down this road again.
Apr 21, 2016
Recently Wake County, the state’s second largest county in population, reduced the time between property revaluations from eight to four years. The change has created some confusion as well as claims the move is a veiled way of increasing taxes.
Apr 20, 2016
Dr. Lee-Ann Jaykus of the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences was among four senior NC State University faculty members recognized this week by the Graduate School for being outstanding mentors for graduate students.
Apr 18, 2016
Dr. Allen Foegeding recently won the Nicolas Appert Award, the highest award given by the Institute of Food Technologists, or IFT.
Many government regulations have been enacted to protect us, but some increase costs — particularly to businesses. NC State University economist Mike Walden explains findings of a new study on how the impact of government regulations differs among the states.
Apr 15, 2016
Researchers have developed a behavioral model that explains the complexity and diversity of social hierarchies in ants and which scientists believe may help us understand the nature of other animal societies, from primates to dolphins.
Apr 12, 2016
It was a 4-H family reunion of sorts as more than 300 people gathered at Camp Millstone in Ellerbe Sunday April 10 to celebrate the opening of a new $1.5 million multi-purpose history and learning center complex.
Apr 11, 2016
A rather obscure labor market measure -- the labor force participation rate -- has become a focus of attention in recent years, as it has dropped to a 30-year low. Are there signs of improvement? NC State University economist Mike Walden weighs in.
Apr 7, 2016
In a textbook world, international trade improves the economies of both countries and people. But, as even teachers know, the real world doesn’t always follow the textbook. International trade has created winners and losers, and that has led to increasing concern.
