Press Releases

Governor Cooper Signs Seven Bills into Law, Vetoes One Bill

Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bills into law today:

Governor Cooper Signs Bill into Law

Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bill into law today:

Governor Cooper Announces State Boards and Commissions Appointments

Governor Roy Cooper announced new appointments and nominations to North Carolina boards and commissions today.

Film Production in North Carolina Reaches New Investment High

Filmmakers producing projects in North Carolina are on track to invest a record amount of money in the state in 2021, Governor Roy Cooper announced earlier today during a press conference at EUE/Screen Gems Studios in Wilmington.

Governor Cooper Visits Storm Damaged Areas after Tropical Storm Fred

Today, Governor Roy Cooper surveyed flood damage from Tropical Storm Fred, visiting the Town of Canton and the community of Cruso in Haywood County.

Electrical Equipment Manufacturer to Expand Operations in Robeson County

Harger, Inc., a leading supplier of electrical protection equipment, will expand its current operations in Robeson County, creating 20 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $3.2 million to increase the capacity of its facility in Fairmont.

Governor Cooper Issues State of Emergency in Response to Severe Weather

In response to Tropical Storm Fred, Governor Roy Cooper issued a State of Emergency today to activate the state’s emergency operations plan and waive transportation rules to help first responders and the agriculture industry. 

Governor Cooper Provides Update on State’s Pandemic Trends, Encourages Vaccination

Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. provided an update on the state’s COVID-19 key metrics and trends.

Canadian Pet Treats Manufacturer Selects Nash County for First U.S. Production Facility

The Crump Group Inc., a Canadian manufacturer of all natural, limited ingredient pet treats will locate its first production facility in the United States in Nash County, creating 160 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.

FOOTAGE AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper Visits Lenoir County Health Department to Encourage More North Carolinians to Get Their Lifesaving Vaccine

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited a vaccine clinic at the Lenoir County Health Department to encourage more North Carolinians get their COVID-19 shot.