Press Releases

Governor Cooper Donates Blood Amid Nationwide Shortage, Encourages North Carolinians to Participate in a Blood Drive

Today, Governor Roy Cooper donated blood at the American Red Cross of Eastern North Carolina and encouraged eligible North Carolinians to make an appointment to give blood.

Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency Before Second Winter Storm

Governor Roy Cooper has signed a state of emergency in advance of the second winter storm to move through the state in a week.

Governor Cooper Urges Preparation in Advance of Winter Storm and Signs State of Emergency

Governor Roy Cooper is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for a significant incoming winter storm and has signed a state of emergency in advance of the storm’s arrival.

FOOTAGE AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper Tours a Vaccine and Testing Site in Kinston, Encourages North Carolinians to Get Their Lifesaving Shots

Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Secretary Kody Kinsley visited and toured a COVID-19 vaccine and testing site hosted by Kinston Teens, a youth-led nonprofit organization, and the City of Kinston.

Governor Cooper Proclaims January as Blood Donation Month

Governor Roy Cooper has proclaimed January as Blood Donation Month in North Carolina, encouraging people who are healthy and eligible to sign up to donate blood during the severe blood shortage.

Governor Cooper Announces CPR Equipment Producer’s Plans to Establish Facility in Franklin County

Medical equipment supplier, Innosonian America, LLC, will create 34 new jobs in Franklin County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $345,000 to relocate its warehousing and sales facility to the Town of Youngsville.

Governor Cooper Announces Policy Allowing State Employees to Use Volunteer Days to Provide Support in Schools

Governor Roy Cooper today announced plans to help combat staff shortages in K-12 school districts across the state during the current surge of COVID-19 cases. The policy will allow state employees to use volunteer days with supervisor approval to work in North Carolina public schools as substitute teachers, bus drivers and cafeteria staff.

Governor Cooper Tours GoRaleigh Electric Bus Operations, Highlights North Carolina’s Transition to Clean Transportation

Governor Roy Cooper visited the GoRaleigh Operations Facility today to tour electric and compressed natural gas bus operations.

Governor Cooper Announces State Boards and Commissions Appointments

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced a nomination and appointments to North Carolina boards and commissions.

Governor Cooper Signs Executive Order Detailing Next Steps on Path to a Clean Energy and Equitable Economy for All North Carolinians

Governor Roy Cooper today issued Executive Order No. 246 affirming North Carolina’s commitment to a clean energy economy and directing next steps in the state’s plan to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and create economic opportunities for North Carolinians across the state, especially in underserved communities.