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Published on July 17, 2026 - 15:22 GMT

Governor Stein Announces American Eagle Outfitters Inc. Selects Rowan County for a $41 Million Southeast Distribution Hub

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (NYSE: AEO), a leading specialty apparel retailer, will invest $41 million in Salisbury for a new distribution hub for the southeastern United States. The company says it will create more …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 15:22 GMT

Governor Offers Reward for Information on Bertie County Murder

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the State of North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Ricky Mel Gilliam, aged 68. “We must use …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 18:03 GMT

Governor Stein, Secretary Sangvai Announce Innovative Apprenticeship Initiative, Highlight Efforts to Strengthen Health Care ...

Today Governor Josh Stein joined NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai and leadership at Broughton Hospital in Morganton to announce the STEP-NC: Health Care Program, the first health care apprenticeship program within state government. In …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 15:45 GMT

Governor Stein, Department of Environmental Quality Announce $244 Million for Drinking Water and Wastewater Projects

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that 28 counties across North Carolina will receive more than $244 million in funding for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects, with $44 million going to western North Carolina to continue Hurricane …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 13:40 GMT

North Carolina Welcomes Race Fans to North Wilkesboro for NASCAR Race Weekend

Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley are welcoming race fans to historic North Wilkesboro Speedway (NWS) ahead of the Window World 450 NASCAR Cup Series race weekend from July 16 to 19. Supported in part by a reimbursement …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 16:13 GMT

Governor Stein Welcomes Asheville Resident Back Home After Helene

Today Governor Josh Stein handed Velma Chapman, an Asheville homeowner, the keys to her brand-new home – a homecoming that was made possible through Renew NC’s Single-Family Housing Program. After losing her home of 28 years to Hurricane Helene, Chapman …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

Governor Stein, First Lady Stein Celebrate Support for North Carolina Craft Economy in Asheville

Today Governor Josh Stein and First Lady Anna Stein joined the Center for Craft and e-commerce platform Etsy to celebrate the launch of the Craft Catalyst Initiative, a new partnership that over the next three years will invest $10 million in creative …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 17:06 GMT

Governor Stein Urges NC Supreme Court to Protect North Carolinians

Yesterday Governor Josh Stein urged the North Carolina Supreme Court to protect North Carolinians from gun violence. Governor Stein filed an amicus brief in State v. Ducker to promote public safety by keeping dangerous weapons out of the hands of people …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 17:45 GMT

Governor Stein Visits Careers Electric Cleveland County Summer Academy, Highlights Workforce Investment for North Carolina’s ...

Today Governor Josh Stein visited the Careers Electric Summer Electrical Academy at Cleveland Community College, where he met with high school students enrolled in one of 12 academies launching this summer as part of a landmark investment in electrical …

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Published on July 10, 2026 - 21:54 GMT

What They’re Saying: North Carolinians Celebrate Governor Stein’s Signing of State Budget That Delivers for North Carolina, ...

On Tuesday, Governor Stein signed Senate Bill 257 into law, enacting North Carolina’s first full state budget in more than two years. The budget delivers the largest starting teacher pay raise in nearly 50 years and largest overall teacher pay raise in 15 …

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Published on July 9, 2026 - 22:29 GMT

Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s #1 Economy, Calls on General Assembly to Lower the Cost of Living

Today CNBC announced its 2026 rankings for America’s Top States for Business. Governor Stein released the following statement: “North Carolina’s got a good thing going. This is the sixth straight year that North Carolina has ranked in the Top 2 states …

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Published on July 7, 2026 - 19:47 GMT

Governor Stein Signs State Budget, Enacting Historic Pay Raises for Teachers and Law Enforcement

Today Governor Stein signed Senate Bill 257 into law, enacting North Carolina’s first full state budget in more than two years. Governor Stein released the following statement: “North Carolinians expect their elected officials to come together across our …

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Published on July 6, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

Renew NC Launches Community Infrastructure Program for Western North Carolina

Today the North Carolina Department of Commerce Division of Community Revitalization (DCR) announced a new Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The first round of the community infrastructure grants will make $55 million of the total $193 million federal …

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Published on July 6, 2026 - 14:54 GMT

Governor Stein’s July Column: Carrying the Baton of Freedom Forward

This month Governor Josh Stein is sharing a 4th of July message for America’s 250th birthday. Media outlets are invited to publish the column below from Governor Stein. --- North Carolina has long been known as the First in Freedom State, and as America …

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Published on July 6, 2026 - 00:46 GMT

Governor Stein Delivers Fourth of July Address: “Carrying the Baton of Freedom Forward”

Today Governor Josh Stein delivered a Fourth of July address celebrating America’s 250th birthday and highlighting the ways North Carolinians have helped America march toward a more perfect union. He spotlighted North Carolinians’ roles in the nation’s …

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Published on July 1, 2026 - 17:05 GMT

Governor Stein Announces AI Strategic Roadmap to Protect and Better Serve North Carolinians, Prepare Workers, and Strengthen ...

Governor Josh Stein’s North Carolina AI Leadership Council released the AI Strategic Roadmap, a guide with strategic goals and principles to address the potential impact of AI on how people live and work. “Artificial intelligence is already changing how …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 20:06 GMT

Governor Stein Establishes Health Care Affordability Commission Co-Chaired by NCDHHS Secretary and NC State Treasurer

Today Governor Josh Stein signed an executive order to make health care more affordable for all North Carolinians. Executive Order No. 39 establishes the Health Care Affordability Commission, made up of health care experts from across the health care …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 15:35 GMT

Goldhofer Inc. Selects Hickory for Its U.S. Headquarters and First North American Production Facility

Today Governor Josh Stein announced Goldhofer Inc., a global manufacturer of heavy transport and airport ground support equipment, will create 80 new jobs in Catawba County. The German company says it will invest more than $19.5 million to build its first …

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Published on June 25, 2026 - 23:49 GMT

Governor Stein Announces Application for Western North Carolina Multi-Family Housing Construction and Repair Program

Today the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Division of Community Revitalization (DCR) announced a first-round Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), making $70 million in federal funding available to help increase the availability of safe and …

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Published on June 24, 2026 - 20:57 GMT

Governor Stein Reacts to Override of Vetoes

Today Governor Stein released the statement below in reaction to the override of his vetoes on Senate Bill 153, Senate Bill 558, Senate Bill 227, and House Bill 171: "As the legislature leaves teachers and law enforcement officers waiting for hard- …

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