Press Releases
During Black History Month, Governor Cooper Recognizes North Carolinians Who Preserve African American Heritage and Culture
Today, Governor Roy Cooper recognized and thanked North Carolinians who preserve African American heritage and culture.
Manufacturer of Retail Displays to Create 57 Jobs in Beaufort County
InterMarket Technology, Inc., a manufacturer of Point of Purchase displays and recycling bins, has selected Beaufort County for its corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility, creating 57 jobs over three years, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will locate operations in Washington, NC and invest nearly $2.7 million.
North Carolina Joins Skillful State Network to Share Innovative Ideas on Workforce Development
North Carolina is joining a network of states committed to finding innovative ways to help prepare people for jobs so they can live better lives, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The Skillful State Network brings together 20 states to share ideas that work to create a 21st century labor market. As a leader in workforce development, North Carolina joins the network as a founding member.
Governor Cooper Announces NC Job Ready, Key Priorities for Workforce Development
Governor Roy Cooper today laid out his priorities for workforce development, a primary focus for his administration as he seeks to ensure more North Carolinians are ready for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Cooper spoke at Vernon Malone College and Career Academy to highlight the core principles of his job readiness initiative, NC Job Ready.
Statement on Legislature's Failure to Act on GenX
Today, Noelle Talley, Deputy Communications Director for Governor Roy Cooper, shared the following statement on the legislature's failure to act on GenX:
Gov. Cooper Names New Appointees for State Boards and Commissions
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced 31 new appointees to various state boards and commissions for North Carolina, including the State Health Coordinating Council, the Minority Health Advisory Council, and the Domestic Violence Commission
Governors Office on Legislative Republicans ACP Hypocrisy
Ford Porter, spokesperson for Governor Cooper, released the following statement today on legislative Republicans ACP hypocrisy:
Governor Offers Reward In Missing Persons Case In Randolph County
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the State is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the disappearance of Jimmy Lee Isom, 36 years old.
Gov. Cooper Honors North Carolinians Competing in 2018 Winter Olympics
Governor Roy Cooper signed a proclamation in recognition of North C
North Carolina Could Get up to $125 Million More in Hurricane Matthew Recovery Help
North Carolina may be eligible for an additional $125 million in disaster recovery funding to provide much needed relief for communities still recovering from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Roy Cooper said Thursday.
