Topics Related to Infrastructure

State Awards $30M in Grants to Expand Internet Access in 11 N.C. Counties

More than 13,000 households and 582 businesses across North Carolina are set to receive access to high-speed internet thanks to more than $30.8 million in grants, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.

$23M in Grants Awarded to Expand N.C. Internet Access in 12 Counties

Nearly 7,000 households and 374 businesses in 12 N.C. counties are set to receive high-speed internet thanks to more than $23.4 million in grants, Governor Roy Cooper announced today.

Governor Cooper Highlights Investments in North Carolina Racetracks, Celebrates Racing’s Return to North Wilkesboro Speedway

Tomorrow will mark 75 years since the first race at North Wilkesboro Speedway on May 18, 1947, and on the eve of that historic day, Governor Roy Cooper visited the speedway to highlight the significant investments it will receive for repairs from the state budget and celebrate the return of racin

North Carolina Announces Plan to Join Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program

Today, Governor Roy Cooper sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce declaring North Carolina’s intent to participate in the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program.

Governor Cooper and U.S. Commerce Secretary Raimondo Announce Significant Federal Funding to Expand Access to Affordable, High-Speed Internet Across the Country

Today, Governor Roy Cooper joined U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina M. Raimondo at the Kramden Institute in Durham to announce the Biden-Harris Administration's Internet for All initiative.

Governor Cooper Signs Executive Order Establishing State of North Carolina Joint Cybersecurity Task Force

Today, Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order No. 254 formally establishing the State of North Carolina Joint Cybersecurity Task Force.

Application Window Open for $350M to Expand Internet Access in Rural N.C.

Qualified internet service providers and electric membership cooperatives providing internet service can now apply for up to $350 million in grants to expand broadband infrastructure in North Carolina and get more people connected to high-speed internet.

Gov. Cooper Announces Local Communities to Receive $5.1 Million for Parks and Recreation Projects

Governor Roy Cooper announced today the N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) will award over $5 million in grants to fund 14 local parks and recreation projects across the state. The North Carolina Parks and Recreation Authority (Authority) approved the grants at its meeting held on Sept. 24 via conference call.

More than 180,000 N.C. Households Getting Help for Monthly Internet Bills

More than 180,000 North Carolina households are getting critical assistance affording high-speed internet service thanks to a federal relief program that helps families in need pay internet bills and fully participate in the digital economy.

Op-Ed for Publication from Governor Cooper: The Road to a Brighter Future Runs Through North Carolina

North Carolina is emerging from a worldwide pandemic strong and growing, with new jobs and new neighbors arriving daily.