Press Releases

Governor Cooper Visits Charlotte Child Care Center, Highlights Urgent Funding Need For Early Childhood Education and Child Care

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited The Early Learning Center Preschool in Charlotte and visited several classrooms to see strong child care in action as well as learning and growing through engaging activities. The Governor was joined by President and CEO of Child Care Resources Inc.

HVAC Equipment Company Selects Greensboro for Consolidated HQ and Production Operation

James M. Pleasants Company Inc. (JMP), a major distributor and sales representative for HVAC, plumbing, and other industrial equipment, will consolidate its Greensboro operations into a new facility, creating 40 jobs over five years, according to the company.

Governor Cooper Signs State Disaster Declaration for the Town of West Jefferson Affected by Flooding

On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Governor Roy Cooper signed a state disaster declaration for the Town of West Jefferson in Ashe County that suffered damages from a significant flood event on

Governor Cooper Hosts Pride Month Reception Honoring LGBTQ+ Pioneers

Today, Governor Roy Cooper hosted a Pride Month reception at the Executive Mansion to honor LGBTQ+ pioneers who have been at the forefront of the fight for equal rights for decades.

Governor Cooper Vetoes One Bill

Today, Governor Roy Cooper vetoed the following bill:

Defense and Aerospace Manufacturer to Add 25 New Jobs in Pasquotank County Expansion

TCOM, a manufacturer of air surveillance systems, will add 25 new jobs in Pasquotank County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will expand its Elizabeth City operation with an investment of $763,000.

Governor Cooper Comments on Supreme Court Ruling Protecting Access to Medication Abortions

Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued the following statement on the Supreme Court ruling that reaffirms the right to access abortion medication across the country.

Governor Cooper Proclaims Pinehurst “The Home of American Golf” Ahead of U.S. Open Championship at Pinehurst No. 2 on June 13-16

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed Pinehurst, North Carolina as “The Home of American Golf” ahead of the playing of the 124th U.S. Open at Donald Ross’ historic Pinehurst No. 2 course located in the sandhills of North Carolina.

Major North Carolina Employers Agree: Meaningful Investments in Child Care and Early Childhood Education are Critical to Strengthening Our Workforce and Economy

Today, employers across the state join Governor Roy Cooper in encouraging investments in quality child care to help businesses recruit and retain talent and develop a thriving economy across the state.

Innovative EV Charging Tech Company Selects Durham for its Global Headquarters

IONNA, LLC, an electric vehicle charging station developer, will create more than 200 jobs in Durham County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest more than $10 million to establish its global headquarters in the City of Durham.