The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded North Carolina a total of $216,824,573.30 dollars in continued Rural Health Transformation Program (NCRHTP) funding. This amount includes the initial $100 million CMS awarded all states last month and brings the total amount funded for North Carolina to more than $429 million since April 2026.
Press Releases
Today Governor Josh Stein joined North Carolina Central University’s Veterans Day observance program and inducted several people, including five veterans, into The Order of the Long Leaf Pine. “North Carolina’s veterans have courageously served our country, and we owe them a debt of gratitude,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Today we honor their service, recognize their lasting contributions, and rededicate ourselves to helping veterans and military families build a strong future in our state.”
Today Governor Josh Stein joined Grady-White Boats owner Eddie Smith for a tour of the boat manufacturing facility in Greenville and inducted him into The Order of the Long Leaf Pine for his contributions to North Carolina and the boating industry.
Today Governor Stein joined the North Carolina School Boards Association Annual Conference to celebrate North Carolina’s educators and highlight the need for greater investments in public education.
Today Governor Josh Stein joined Meals on Wheels and Senior Services Inc. to deliver their eight millionth meal in Forsyth County to Mr. Ben Briggs, a 105-year-old retired science educator and Meals on Wheels participant.
Today Governor Josh Stein announced Halifax Linen Service, Inc., a textile services company, will add 11 new jobs in Halifax County. The company will invest $2,050,000 to expand its operation in Roanoke Rapids.
Today Governor Josh Stein, the Department of Administration, and the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources celebrated American Indian Heritage Month at the North Carolina Executive Mansion. “American Indian North Carolinians enrich our state’s culture and economy, and in the face of adversity, they have led with resilience to preserve tradition from generation to generation,” said Governor Josh Stein. “This month and all year round, we recognize American Indians’ lasting impact on our state.”