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North Carolina Tourism Thrives Post-Hurricane | Fort Wayne News
North Carolina’s tourism economy is booming, pumping $37.2 billion into the state last year—fueling $1.39 billion in state taxes, $1.33 billion in local taxes, and saving residents nearly $243 a person in local taxes. The industry supports over 230,000 jobs and draws visitors from mountains to coast, with 59 counties rebounding post-Hurricane Helene, including double-digit growth in Cherokee and Macon. Mecklenburg County (Charlotte) led with $6.5 billion in spending, while Asheville saw a slight dip—proving North Carolina’s diverse appeal and resilience are driving its tourism success. Listen…
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