Governor Stein Honors North Carolina’s Gold Star Military Families
Today Governor Josh Stein and the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs hosted a reception to honor the enduring sacrifice of Gold Star Families and Families of the
Governor Stein Highlights Summer Apprenticeship Academies Preparing More Than 500 High School Students for High-Demand Careers
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that more than 500 high school students completed summer pre-apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship academies this year through the North Carolina Business
Governor Stein Takes Action to Lower Costs for Farmers and North Carolina Families by Halting the Prohibition of Dyed Diesel Fuel on Highways
Amid rising fuel costs, Governor Josh Stein today directed North Carolina Department of Revenue Secretary McKinley Wooten to provide penalty relief from prohibition on the highway use of red dye
Governor Stein Announces DMVA Secretary Mallette as Host of North Carolina Awards
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, will serve as the host of the
Governor Stein Applauds Congressional Passage of Fort Bragg Land Transfer
Yesterday the United States Senate voted to approve a transfer of approximately 20 acres of Fort Bragg land to the state of North Carolina to build a new veterans home in Fayetteville. In July,
Governor Stein Launches $20 Million Fund to Increase Access to Care in Rural North Carolina
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the North Carolina Department of Information Technology today announced the launch of the Rural Health Innovation Fund. This statewide
In Charlotte, Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s Economic Strength
Today Governor Josh Stein visited Charlotte to highlight North Carolina’s continued work to create jobs and expand opportunity. The Governor attended ribbon-cutting events for Daimler Truck
Governor Stein Spotlights DMV Improvements at New Office Opening in Charlotte
Today Governor Josh Stein cut the ribbon to welcome a newly opened driver license office to Charlotte. This expanded and relocated office, situated in one of the state's areas of highest need, is
A Week in Photos: Governor Stein Commemorates the Two-Year Milestone of Hurricane Helene
Last week, Governor Josh Stein visited western North Carolina to commemorate the two-year milestone of Hurricane Helene recovery. Governor Stein highlighted the progress made to rebuild the region
Governor announces $10 billion recovery plan for Helene-damaged western North Carolina
Governor Josh Stein unveiled a long-term economic recovery plan for western North Carolina today in Chimney Rock, calling on Congress for a $10 billion appropriation to support the next phase of
North Carolina governor marks 1,250th home repaired after Helene
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein handed over keys to a rebuilt home in Leicester on Thursday, marking the 1,250th residence repaired or rebuilt through a state recovery program following Hurricane
$65 million granted for Hurricane Helene infrastructure repair
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced $65 million in state funding for a grant program supporting local governments and volunteer fire departments in their recovery from Hurricane Helene. The
North Carolina awards $5 million in small business recovery grants
Governor Josh Stein announced $5 million in infrastructure grants to support small business recovery in western North Carolina through the Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program. The funding
North Carolina Successfully Completes First Electric Air Taxi Flights
North Carolina completed its first electric air taxi flights this month, advancing a state initiative to develop aircraft networks connecting rural hospitals and airports, officials said. The flights
North Carolina unveils long-term recovery plan for western region
Governor Josh Stein unveiled a long-term economic recovery plan for western North Carolina on Wednesday, designed to rebuild the region's economy nearly two years after Hurricane Helene. The Western
Wake County Approves Health Care Merger With 5-Year Price Cap
The Wake County Board of Commissioners voted to approve the merger between Atrium and WakeMed health care systems. Under an agreement reached before the vote, Atrium agreed to cap price increases at
Hospital merger OK'd after Atrium agrees to cost controls
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein said he will not oppose the proposed merger between Atrium Health and WakeMed after the hospital company agreed to conditions on pricing, investment, and charity
Governor offers $25,000 reward in Castle Hayne murder case
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced a $25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever shot and killed Don'Tae De'Charles Nixon in Castle Hayne on December 3,
Governor Stein Spotlights North Carolina’s Workforce at NC AFL-CIO Annual Convention
Today Governor Josh Stein joined the North Carolina AFL-CIO’s Annual Convention to share his commitment to lowering costs for families and investing in the state’s workforce. The North Carolina
Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s Aviation Tradition and World-Class Workforce at Aircraft Facility Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Today Governor Stein joined officials with the N.C. Global TransPark and the U.S. Navy in Kinston for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center East military aircraft
Governor Stein Announces Women’s Tennis Association Moving to Charlotte
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that Charlotte will host the 2027, 2028, and 2029 Women’s Tennis Association Finals with the support of a $14.4 million grant from North Carolina’s Major Events,
Governor Stein Highlights NC College Connect at Emsley A. Laney Public High School
Laney Public High School in Wilmington to share how the NC College Connect program is opening pathways to higher education for students throughout the state. Through theNC College Connect program,
Governor Stein, Secretary Lilley Reaffirm Support for Film Industry in Wilmington
Today Governor Josh Stein and Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley toured Cinespace Studios in Wilmington and discussed the impacts of changes to the state’s film incentive program to North Carolina’s
Governor Stein Celebrates Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
Today Governor Josh Stein celebrated Hispanic and Latino Heritage Monthat the North Carolina Executive Mansion. “The contributions of Hispanic and Latino North Carolinians cannot be contained in a
Governor Offers Reward for Information on Rowan County Murder and Attempted Murder
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the State of North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible
Governor Offers Reward for Information on Guilford County Murder
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the State of North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible
Governor Offers Reward for Information on Rowan County Murder
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the State of North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible
$1.25 Million in NCRHTP Funding Announced to Expand School-Based Health Centers in North Carolina
Today Governor Stein and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced $1.25 million in federal funding through the North Carolina Rural Health Transformation Programto expand
Statement from Governor Josh Stein on 25th Anniversary of 9/11
Today Governor Josh Stein released the following statement reflecting on the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks. “On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we remember the nearly
ICYMI: All Living NC Governors Join Constitutional Experts to Offer Bipartisan Support for Governor Stein in Protecting Separation of Powers
BergerandStein v. Hallcases, all five living former North Carolina governors are voicing their bipartisan support for Governor Stein’s case to protect the Governor’s power to oversee executive
National Steel Fabrication Company Plans a $19 Million Manufacturing Expansion in Fayetteville
Today Governor Josh Stein announced SteelFab, Inc., a steel fabrication company, will add 38 new jobs in Cumberland County. The company will invest more than $19 million to expand operations in
Governor Stein Highlights Efforts to Raise Pay, Recruit, and Retain Talented Educators in Greensboro
Today Governor Josh Stein hosted a roundtable with pre-service, student, and beginning teachers at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro School of Education to highlight recent investments
Governor Stein Joins 17 Other Governors in Standing with People with Disabilities
Today Governor Josh Stein is urging United States Attorney General Todd Blanche to protect the long-established rights of people with disabilities. Governor Stein and 17 other governorsrespondedto
September Is National Preparedness Month in North Carolina
September is National Preparedness Month, and Governor Josh Stein and emergency management officials are urging North Carolinians to prepare by updating their emergency plans and supply kits. “We
Governor Announces Nearly $10 Million in Parks and Recreation Grants Awards
Today Governor Josh Stein announced more than $9.8 million in grants to fund 25 local parks and recreation projects across the state through the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund. PARTF is
State Awards Grants to 46 Small Businesses to Accelerate Technology Commercialization
Today Governor Stein announced that the North Carolina Department of Commerce, on behalf of the North Carolina Board of Science, Technology & Innovation, has awarded50 grants to 46 North
Governor Stein, NCDHHS Announce Funding Opportunity in Child Care Disaster Recovery Efforts Following Hurricane Helene and Tropical Storm Debby
Today Governor Stein, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, and the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina announced the application window will open soon for $20
Governor Stein’s September Column: Preparedness Starts Before Disaster Strikes
This month Governor Josh Stein is providing tips as North Carolina recognizes September as Preparedness Month. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor
Governor Stein Highlights Work to Keep North Carolinians Fed During Hunger Action Month
More than 1.7 million North Carolinians face hunger each year, including more than 504,000 children. As H.R. 1 continues to create challenges for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program,
Governor Stein Showcases the North Carolina Advantage in Ireland
Governor Josh Stein promoted North Carolina as a top state for economic development investments and tourism while in Ireland for meetings with Irish officials and executives. “North Carolina’s
ICYMI: In New Op-Ed, Col. Freddy Johnson Jr. Writes That State Budget “Invests in the People Who Protect Us”
On Sunday, The Fayetteville Observerpublished anop-ed by North Carolina State Highway Patrol Colonel Freddy Johnson Jr.highlighting how the newly signed state budget strengthens North Carolina’s
Boat Manufacturer to Create 179 Jobs for a $6 Million Production Campus in Beaufort County
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that Boater’s World Manufacturing Group, LLC will create 179 new jobs in Beaufort County. The company says it will invest more than $6 million to establish a boat
Governor Stein Announces $69 Million to Support Affordable Rental Housing in Western North Carolina
Today Governor Stein, the North Carolina Department of Commerce’sDivision of Community Revitalization, and the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency announced 10 projects to develop 828 new rental
Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s State Employees at Richard Caswell Service Award Ceremony
Today Governor Josh Stein joined the Office of State Human Resources’ Richard Caswell Service Award Ceremony to honor employees who have achieved 45 years of public service with the state of North
Governor Stein Announces $120 Million Southeast Manufacturing Hub for Building Products Company
Today Governor Josh Stein announced ProVia LLC, a manufacturer of exterior building products, will create 400 jobs in Davie County. The company will invest $120 million to build a window
Wood Preserving Company Selects Scotland County for $40 Million Lumber Treatment Facility
Today Governor Josh Stein announced Great Southern Wood-NC, Inc., a manufacturer of pressure-treated lumber, will create 43 jobs in Scotland County. The company will invest $40 million to construct
Governor Stein Welcomes Students to Their First Day of School
Today Governor Josh Stein and State Superintendent Mo Green visited Conn Magnet Elementary School in Raleigh to welcome students back on the first day of school. “The first day of school is always
Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointments
Michelle Lippertto the District Court for Judicial District 36, serving Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties. Lippert is filling the vacancy created after the Honorable Richard Holloway
Governor Stein’s August Column: New Notebooks, New Beginnings
This month Governor Josh Stein is welcoming K-12 students back to school. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein. As families across North Carolina fill shopping
Governor Stein Announces More than $1 Billion of Private Investment and 342 New Jobs for Rural North Carolina
Governor Josh Stein today announced that North Carolina’s Rural Infrastructure Authority has approved 11 grant requests for local governments totaling $4,933,520. The grants include commitments to