Press Releases

Governor Stein Announces 13 Grants to Rural Communities to Attract 371 New Jobs and over $165 Million of Investment

Governor Josh Stein today announced that the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 13 grant requests to local governments totaling $9,627,500. The grants include commitments creating a total of 785 jobs, 414 of which were previously announced.

Governor Stein and NC Department of Commerce Bring Jobs to Rural and Small Town North Carolina

This week, Governor Stein and the North Carolina Department of Commerce announced five different companies and the NC Rural Infrastructure Authority creating over 800 new jobs in rural North Carolina counties.

Governor Stein Announces 151 Jobs as Fence Company Selects Columbus County for New HQ and Manufacturing Center

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced that Barrier Fencing Supply Company, a business offering a broad selection of aluminum and vinyl fences to residential and commercial markets, will create 151 jobs in North Carolina.  The company reports it will invest $15 million to establish a headquart

Governor Josh Stein Advocates For $19 Billion In Federal Helene Recovery Funds

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced he is requesting $19 billion in federal funds for Helene recovery and rebuilding.

Governor Stein Provides Update on Winter Weather, Urges Caution on Treacherous Roads

Today, Governor Josh Stein and the State Emergency Response Team are providing further updates on the state of winter weather, as well as resources for North Carolinians who are impacted by the storm.

Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointment

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced the appointment of William “Bill” Jones to the District Court for Judicial District 43, serving Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties.

Governor Josh Stein Celebrates Black History Month

Today, the African American Heritage Commission and the Legislative Black Caucus joined Governor Josh Stein in celebrating Black entrepreneurs at a Black History Month reception.  

As Snow Arrives in North Carolina, Governor Stein Urges Caution

This morning, Governor Josh Stein provided updates on winter weather and information for North Carolinians to help them stay safe.

Governor Stein Announces 61 New Jobs, $6 Million Investment In Chowan County

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced that Provalus, an information technology outsourcing firm, will establish a Center of Excellence in  Edenton that will create 61 jobs.

Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency, Shares Updates on Winter Weather

Today, Governor Stein declared a state of emergency as emergency officials prepare for winter weather to impact the majo