Press Releases
Western N.C. Communities Receive $1.6M to Enhance Workers’ Health Care
A new program aimed at improving worker health in the automotive, aviation and manufacturing sectors in Western North Carolina launched today, Governor Roy Cooper announced. Communities can apply for more than $1.6 million to support local efforts to enhance health care for these critical employees.
Public Invited to Sign Book of Condolences for Rev. Billy Graham at North Carolina State Capitol
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered a Book of Condolences to be placed at the North Carolina State Capitol for members of the public to sign in remembrance of Rev. Billy Graham.
Governor Cooper Announces New Manufacturing Jobs in Cherokee and Stanly Counties
Two rural North Carolina counties will see a total of 85 new jobs and $6.3 million in private investment from economic development projects with manufacturing companies in Cherokee and Stanly counties, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.
Governor Cooper Announces 305 New Jobs in Granville County
RiceWrap Foods Corporation, a food manufacturer with a unique, patent-pending method of producing and delivering rice for sushi, will create 305 new jobs in Granville County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $9.9 million in Butner to locate a production facility.
First Lady, Cabinet Secretaries to See Students Compete in Girls Go CyberStart This Week
More than 400 North Carolina high school girls will take part this week in an online competition to explore careers in cybersecurity. North Carolina First Lady Kristin Cooper, Secretary of Administration Machelle Sanders, and Secretary of Information Technology Eric Boyette will visit high schools across the state this week to watch girls compete in Girls Go CyberStart.
Gov. Cooper Shares Thoughts On Tragedy in Parkland, Florida
Yesterday, in a speech to the North Carolina Healthcare Association, Governor Roy Cooper shared his thoughts on the tragedy in Parkland, Florida.
Governor Cooper Names Early Childhood Advisory Council
Governor Cooper reaffirmed his commitment to making quality early learning and development a priority today by naming experts to serve on the state's Early Childhood Advisory Council.
Governor Offers Reward in Murder in Northampton County
Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the State is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Shawte Shaniqua Williams, 24 years old.
I-285 Gets Federal Approval as the Next New Interstate for North Carolina
North Carolina is getting a new interstate, Governor Roy Cooper announced Thursday. The Federal Highway Administration has approved Interstate 285 for the 23-mile stretch of U.S. 52 between I-40 in Winston-Salem and I-85 in Lexington.
During Black History Month, Governor Cooper Recognizes North Carolinians Who Preserve African American Heritage and Culture
Today, Governor Roy Cooper recognized and thanked North Carolinians who preserve African American heritage and culture.
