This year, Governor Stein is highlighting some of his most memorable moments from his first year in office.
Press Releases
Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has approved North Carolina’s proposal to bring high-speed internet service to homes and communities across the state under the federal
Today Governor Josh Stein ordered a Book of Condolences to be placed at the North Carolina State Capitol for members of the public to sign in remembrance of former Governor Jim Hunt.The book rests on a small table at the foot of the George Washington statue in the Capitol Rotunda, and members of the public are invited to sign the book and add brief written condolences for Governor Hunt’s family from today through Friday, January 2, 2026.Governor Stein will present the book to Governor Hunt’s family on behalf of the residents of North Carolina.
Today Governor Josh Stein, First Lady Anna Stein, and Secretary of Adult Correction Leslie Dismukes joined the graduation ceremony of the Catawba Valley Community College Furniture Academy, a partnership among Catawba Valley Community College, the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, Catawba Correctional Center, and more than 40 area furniture companies that prepares students for high-demand jobs in the furniture industry.
Today Governor Stein celebrated the U.S. Congress’ passage and President Trump’s signing of the Lumbee Fairness Act, extending federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe.
Today Governor Josh Stein released the following statement on the passing of Governor Jim Hunt, North Carolina's 69th and 71st Governor:
Today Governor Stein and Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Secretary Reid Wilson visited Old Fort to learn how new funding is strengthening the town’s long-term resilience. Last week, Governor Stein announced $270 million in grants that will support 58 separate water systems in 26 western North Carolina counties that were affected by Hurricane Helene.
Today Governor Stein announced two people will be joining his leadership team to increase engagement with the private sector and modernize state government: Doug Warf as Senior Advisor for Business Engagement and Torre Jessup as Senior Advisor for Digital Experience. Doug Warf, Senior Advisor for Business Engagement
Today in Rocky Mount, Governor Josh Stein and NCDMV Commissioner Paul Tine joined the graduation ceremony of 149 new NCDMV Driver License Examiners – the largest graduating class ever. Governor Stein celebrated the new examiners' completion of Driver License Examiner Basic School and the service they will provide to drivers across North Carolina.