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Published on March 27, 2025 - 23:05 GMT

On Six-Month Helene Anniversary, Governor Stein, Commissioner Troxler Call on USDA to Allocate Funds to North Carolina Farmers

On the six-month anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Governor Josh Stein and Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler sent a letter to US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, requesting that USDA approve a block grant to support the recovery efforts of …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 23:05 GMT

Six Months After Hurricane Helene, Governor Stein Honors Lives Lost & Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting Western North Carolina

Today, on the six-month anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Governor Josh Stein visited western North Carolina to honor the 106 lives lost and reaffirm his commitment to supporting the region’s full recovery. “Six months ago today, Hurricane Helene swept …

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Published on March 27, 2025 - 16:07 GMT

Governor Stein Submits HUD Action Plan, Urges Swift Approval to Accelerate Rebuilding in Western North Carolina

Yesterday, Governor Stein submitted the state’s proposed Action Plan for a $1.4 billion federal disaster recovery grant to address unmet housing, infrastructure, and economic revitalization needs in western North Carolina. The Governor’s Office submitted …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 23:52 GMT

Governor Stein Broadens State of Emergency as State Coordinates Response to Wildfires, Urges Caution in Western North Carolina

(RALEIGH) Today, Governor Stein issued a State of Emergency to expand the state’s capacity to respond to the wildfires burning in western North Carolina. The Governor and Emergency Management Officials are urging North Carolinians to be aware of high fire …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

Governor Stein Signs Executive Order to Strengthen Workforce and Apprenticeships

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced an executive order to create a Council on Workforce and Apprenticeships, chaired by Secretary of Commerce Lee Lilley, State Senator Eddie Settle, and NC Community Colleges President Dr. Jeffrey Cox. He also met with …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 20:39 GMT

Governor Stein Proclaims March 25th as North Carolina Equal Pay Day, Celebrates Women's History Month

Today, Governor Josh Stein proclaimed March 25 as North Carolina Equal Pay Day to highlight ongoing gender pay disparities and to encourage government, business, and nonprofit sectors to close the wage gap for all women. Equal Pay Day marks the point in …

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Published on March 21, 2025 - 22:05 GMT

What They’re Saying: Officials, Experts Praise Governor Stein’s Balanced Pro-Family Budget

On Wednesday, Governor Stein released his 2025-2027 recommended budget, proposing robust investments in North Carolina’s economy, families, education, workforce, health care, and public safety. Elected officials and industry experts are highlighting key …

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Published on March 21, 2025 - 22:05 GMT

Governor Stein Attends Johnson & Johnson Biomanufacturing Facility Groundbreaking

Today, Governor Josh Stein joined business leaders and elected officials at the groundbreaking ceremony for Johnson & Johnson’s new facility in Wilson. Governor Stein highlighted the facility’s importance to North Carolina’s economy and presented …

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Published on March 21, 2025 - 22:05 GMT

Governor Josh Stein Launches New Website for Displaced Federal Public Servants

Today, Governor Josh Stein launched a new website to welcome talented and dedicated people to apply to work for the state of North Carolina. This website encourages people who were displaced due to Hurricane Helene or recent federal cuts to consider coming …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 22:40 GMT

Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointments

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced the following judicial appointments: Jennifer Wells to the District Court for Judicial District 1, serving Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Pasquotank, and Perquimans Counties. Wells is filling the vacancy …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 18:15 GMT

Governor Stein Visits Fayetteville Elementary School, Promotes Education Priorities in Budget Proposal

Today, Governor Josh Stein visited Ferguson-Easley Elementary School in Fayetteville to speak with educators and administrators. He also highlighted his 2025-2027 budget proposal, which invests in North Carolina’s students, teachers, and public schools. …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 01:49 GMT

Governor Stein Signs First Bill into Law, Delivering Resources to Support Western North Carolina's Recovery

Today, Governor Josh Stein signed the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025 Part 1 – his first bill signed into law. Governor Stein was joined by leaders in the North Carolina General Assembly, members of his Western North Carolina Advisory Committee, law …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 16:45 GMT

Governor Stein Announces 2025-2027 Budget Proposal to Keep North Carolina Strong

Today, Governor Josh Stein joined State Budget Director Kristin Walker to announce his 2025-2027 budget proposal to keep North Carolina strong. The Governor’s budget makes key investments in the economy, families, education, workforce, health care, and …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 19:18 GMT

Dome Manufacturer to Create 72 New Jobs, Invest $4.6 Million in Fayetteville for Manufacturing Facility

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced Yeadon Fabric Domes, LLC, a manufacturer of air supported structures, will create 72 new jobs in Cumberland County. The company will invest $4.6 million to build a manufacturing facility in Fayetteville. “We are …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 20:54 GMT

Governor Stein Visits Haywood County Farm, Urges General Assembly to Pass Hurricane Helene Relief Funding

Today, Governor Josh Stein visited a dairy farm in Haywood County to hear how Hurricane Helene impacted the family who runs it and to survey damage the storm caused. Governor Stein also called on the General Assembly to pass Hurricane Helene relief funding …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 18:51 GMT

Governor Stein Announces Members of Task Force for Child Care and Early Education

On Monday, Governor Josh Stein announced the new North Carolina Task Force on Child Care and Early Education. The task force seeks to identify solutions to expand access to affordable, high-quality child care and early education across North Carolina and …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 16:35 GMT

Governor Josh Stein and Emergency Management Officials Encourage Western North Carolinians to Apply for Private Roads and Bridges ...

Today, Governor Stein and emergency management officials are encouraging western North Carolinians to apply for assistance to repair private roads and bridges. Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented damages due to western North Carolina’s unique topography, …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 12:01 GMT

Governor Stein Delivers State of the State Address: “We Have the Chance to Build Something Forward-Looking Right Here”

Tonight, Governor Josh Stein delivered his first State of the State Address, highlighting the ongoing work to recover in western North Carolina and urging the General Assembly to invest in economic opportunity, workforce development, families and children, …

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Published on March 13, 2025 - 00:24 GMT

Governor Stein’s State of the State Remarks as Prepared

Tonight, Governor Stein will address the General Assembly for his first State of the State. Below are his remarks as prepared. Mr. Speaker, Mr. President Pro Tem, Lieutenant Governor, Other members of the Council of State, Members of the General Assembly, …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 22:02 GMT

Governor Stein To Deliver First State of the State Address, Highlight North Carolinians Who Make Our State Strong

Tomorrow, Governor Josh Stein will deliver his first State of the State Address, highlighting his vision for the future of North Carolina. During his address, he will highlight ongoing western North Carolina recovery efforts and urge the General Assembly …

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