Accolades

While we’re known internationally as the Home of American Golf ®, we’ve also been recognized by others for our strong economy and community amenities. Our state has racked up some impressive awards and recognition too.

  • Moore County

    Rating agencies often refer to places and organizations in Moore County as the top, the best, the most charming, the most beautiful, and the safest. Some of our more significant accolades include:

    • Record high of 19 Moore County golf courses ranked in state’s Top 100 by NC Golf Panel in 2026 Read More
    • Moore County has 12th highest 2024 County Economic Vitality Index score in NC Read More
    • FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital Named 5th Best NC Hospital in 2025 by U.S. News & World Report Read More
    • Moore County Ranked 10th Highest Tourism Economy in NC Read More
    • Moore County Ranked #8 Best County (out of 100) to Live in NC Read More
    • Pinehurst-Southern Pines Micropolitan #1 in NC & #10 in U.S. for Economic Strength in 2024 Read More

     

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  • North Carolina

    North Carolina is consistently ranked among the top states to do business year after year because of its favorable business climate, low corporate taxes, and low operating costs, among many other advantages.

    • NC Named 2025 State of the Year for Economic Development Read More
    • NC Named Top State for Workforce Development in 2026 Read More
    • Area Development ranks NC as 4th Best State for Doing Business Overall Read More
    • NC Ranks as 3rd Best State for Black-Owned Businesses in 2025 Read More
    • CNBC Names NC the Top State for Business for the 3rd Time in the Last 4 Years Read More
    • U.S. News & World Report Names NC a Top 10 State for Economy & Growth Read More

     

     

     

     

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