Press Releases
Governor Cooper Names New Appointees to State Boards and Commissions
Manufacturer to Add 42 Jobs in Burke County
Jackson Paper Manufacturing Company, North Carolina’s largest recycled paper producer, will open a new plant in Burke County, creating 42 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Gov. Cooper Nominates Special Superior Court Judge
Governor Roy Cooper has nominated Judge Craig Croom to serve the state as a Special Superior Court judge.
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed Aug. 12-18 as Community Health Center Week in North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed Aug. 12-18 as Community Health Center Week in North Carolina, noting that more than 500,000 patients, most of whom are uninsured, are served through 42 centers serving 85 of the state’s 100 counties. Health centers work to reduce health disparities and improve health for individuals and families.|
Governor Cooper Proclaims American Wind Energy Week in North Carolina, Aug. 5-11th
Governor Roy Cooper has signed a proclamation designating the week of August 5-11, 2018, as American Wind Week in North Carolina. The proclamation encourages North Carolinians to learn about and celebrate the benefits of wind energy for the Tar Heel state.
Statement on Veto Override
Governor Cooper released the following statement after the legislature overrode vetoes on HB 3 and SB 3:
Comment from Chair of the Commission on Access to Sound Basic Education on Budget Cuts Aimed at Low-Performing Schools
In response to a General Assembly-mandated $5.1 million budget cut for the 2018-19 fiscal year, the Department of Public Instruction in June announced that it was eliminating 61 positions, includin
Governor Cooper Celebrates New Regional Workforce Development Initiative
The Triad area will get $3.2 million for more job training opportunities in Alamance, Guilford, Randolph and Rockingham counties, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The state funds have been awarded to the Eastern Triad Workforce Initiative, a public-private partnership that will provide apprenticeship and on-the-job training.
State Joins NGA Cybersecurity Initiative
North Carolina has been selected as one of four states to be included in the National Governors Association (NGA) Policy Academy on Implementing State Cybersecurity. North Carolina joins Indiana, West Virginia and Wisconsin in NGA’s Policy Academy, which will provide technical assistance to help each state modernize cybersecurity planning and infrastructure.
Governor Cooper Appoints New Members to State Boards and Commissions
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced his nominations and appointments to various boards, commissions, and councils.
