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Governor Stein, Secretary Lilley Attend Paris Air Show and Strengthen North Carolina’s Future in Flight

On the heels of the largest jobs commitment in North Carolina’s history, Governor Josh Stein, North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley, and the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina traveled to Paris to advocate for North Carolina with business l

During Small Business Week, Governor Stein Visits Marshall, Calls for More Western NC Small Business Support

Yesterday, during Small Business Week, Governor Stein and North Carolina Secretary of Commerce Lee Lilley visited downtown Marshall to highlight the importance of supporting small businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene.

NC Breaks Tourism Spending Record, Continues to Be #5 Most Visited State

Governor Josh Stein announced today that the overall North Carolina tourism economy held strong against the headwinds of Hurricane Helene. Travelers spent more than $36.7 billion on trips to and within the state in 2024.

U.S. News & World Report Names North Carolina a Top 10 State for Economy, Growth

North Carolina has been recognized for the #7 Best Economy and #5 Best Growth in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Governor Stein Launches New $55 Million Grant Program to Support Small Business Recovery in Western North Carolina

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that local governments in western North Carolina can apply for grants from a new $55 million state infrastructure program designed to help small businesses in the region recover from Hurricane Helene.

Governor Josh Stein Releases Statement on OSBM’s Revenue Forecast Report

Today, Governor Josh Stein released the following statement regarding the Office of State Budget and Management’s

Governor Stein Recognizes January 31st as Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness (EITC) Day, Highlights IRS Direct File Tool as a Free Filing Option this Tax Season

Today, Governor Josh Stein issued a proclamation recognizing Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness (EITC) Day to encourage

WATCH: New Video Highlights Governor Cooper’s Work to Strengthen North Carolina’s Economy and Add More Than 640,000 New Jobs

A new video released today highlights Governor Roy Cooper’s work to strengthen North Carolina’s economy and add more than 640,000 new jobs and tens of billions in economic investments during his ti

Governor Cooper Announces Clean Tech Manufacturer Will Create 333 Jobs in Chatham County

Governor Roy Cooper announced today that MetOx International Inc., a pioneering manufacturer of high-temperature superconducting wire, will build a major production facility in Chatham County, creating 333 jobs. The company will invest $193.7 million in North Carolina.

Governor Cooper Announces First North American Manufacturing Facility for Lithuanian Furniture Maker

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced SBA Home, a furniture manufacturer, will create 250 jobs in Davie County. The newly created company says it will invest more than $70 million to establish its first North American furniture production facility in the Town of Mocksville.