Press Releases

NC Breaks Tourism Spending Record, Continues to Be #5 Most Visited State

Governor Josh Stein announced today that the overall North Carolina tourism economy held strong against the headwinds of Hurricane Helene. Travelers spent more than $36.7 billion on trips to and within the state in 2024.

U.S. News & World Report Names North Carolina a Top 10 State for Economy, Growth

North Carolina has been recognized for the #7 Best Economy and #5 Best Growth in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Governor Josh Stein Proclaims State Employee Recognition Week and State Employee Appreciation Day  

Today Governor Josh Stein proclaimed May 4-10 as State Employee Recognition Week and Wednesday May 7 as State Employee Appreciation Day.  

Governor Stein Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments and Nominations

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced appointments and nominations to boards and commissions.

Governor Stein has appointed the following to the Education Commission of the States:

Governor Stein Visits Burlington Elementary School, Emphasizes Need for $4 Billion School Bond to Strengthen North Carolina Public Schools

Today Governor Josh Stein and Superintendent of Public Instruction Mo Green visited Hillcrest Elementary School in Burlington to highlight his budget proposal to strengthen North Carolina’s public schools, including a $4 billion school bond to address aging school buildings and facilities across

Governor Stein Announces $55 Million in Grants Have Been Distributed to More Than 2,000 Western North Carolina Businesses

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the Dogwood Health Trust, the Duke Endowment, and the State of North Carolina have distributed $55 million to 2,182 small businesses through the Western North Carolina Small Business Initiative.

Governor Stein to Address Graduates in Western North Carolina, Honor Graduates’ Achievements and Resiliency

To honor western North Carolina graduates’ achievements and resiliency in the wake of Hurricane Helene, Governor Josh Stein will deliver remarks at the commencement ceremonies of Appalachian State University, Western Carolina University, and Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College on May 9

Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointment

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced the following judicial appointment: 

Governor Stein Champions Child Care and Early Education at Smart Start Conference

Today Governor Josh Stein joined the Smart Start Conference in Greensboro to highlight his priorities for child care and early education. Governor Stein also urged North Carolina’s federal delegation to oppose efforts to eliminate the Head Start program. 

Governor Stein Proclaims April as World Autism Month

Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed April as World Autism Month in North Carolina to raise awareness and recognize individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their families, and organizations working to support them.