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Published on August 29, 2025 - 19:47 GMT

Governor Stein Joins North Carolina Commanders Council Quarterly Meeting at Camp Lejeune, Meets with Military Leaders

Today Governor Josh Stein and North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Jocelyn Mallette visited Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, where he joined the North Carolina Commanders Council (NCCC) meeting and toured the installation. …

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Published on August 27, 2025 - 23:58 GMT

Renew NC Completes Repairs on First Home for Single-Family Housing Program

Renew NC, North Carolina’s long-term disaster recovery effort, today finished making storm-related repairs to the first home approved for assistance through the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program (SFHP). Renew NC is funded by a federal Community …

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Published on August 26, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

Governor Stein Announces 2025 North Carolina Award Winners, State’s Highest Honor

Governor Josh Stein today announced that he will present the state’s highest civilian honor, the North Carolina Award, to six distinguished North Carolinians on Thursday, November 13, at the historic Grove Park Inn in Asheville. This is the first time the …

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Published on August 26, 2025 - 15:46 GMT

Governor Stein Establishes Energy Policy Task Force to Promote Energy Affordability

Today Governor Josh Stein signed Executive Order 23, establishing the North Carolina Energy Policy Task Force to strengthen the state’s electricity infrastructure and energy affordability as demand increases. The task force will be co-chaired by Department …

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Published on August 25, 2025 - 20:32 GMT

Governor Stein Celebrates Genentech Groundbreaking in Holly Springs

Today Governor Josh Stein joined business leaders and elected officials at the groundbreaking ceremony for Genentech’s new facility in Holly Springs. The Governor celebrated North Carolina’s leadership in the biotech sector as well as Genentech’s first …

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Published on August 25, 2025 - 20:32 GMT

Governor Stein Lifts State of Emergency for Hurricane Erin

Governor Josh Stein released the following statement on lifting the Hurricane Erin State of Emergency: “Hurricane Erin has moved away from North Carolina and remained offshore throughout the weekend, so a State of Emergency is no longer necessary. I am …

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Published on August 22, 2025 - 22:38 GMT

Governor Stein Surveys Hurricane Erin Damage

Today Governor Josh Stein traveled to Dare County to assess damage caused by Hurricane Erin, including surveying impacts and meeting with small business owners in Frisco. During the visit, the Governor also thanked emergency responders who have been …

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Published on August 21, 2025 - 23:00 GMT

Governor Stein Underscores North Carolina’s Leadership in Biotech Industry at Thermo Fisher Scientific Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Today Governor Josh Stein joined leaders of Thermo Fisher Scientific and local officials at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the company’s new facility in Mebane, highlighting North Carolina’s leadership in the biotech industry. “Thermo Fisher Scientific’s …

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Published on August 21, 2025 - 21:07 GMT

Governor Stein Announces Four Grants to Rural Communities to Attract 170 Jobs and More Than $74 Million of Investment

Governor Josh Stein today announced that the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved four grant requests to local governments totaling $1,872,019. The requests include commitments creating a total of 170 jobs. The public investment in these …

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Published on August 21, 2025 - 19:23 GMT

Governor Stein Provides Updates on Hurricane Erin Response

Today Governor Josh Stein provided updates on the response efforts to Hurricane Erin and urged North Carolinians to stay safe and prepared as hazardous conditions continue throughout the weekend. “Dangerous conditions including rip currents and coastal …

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Published on August 20, 2025 - 21:03 GMT

Governor Stein Tours West Henderson High School, Highlights Health Care Workforce Program, and Honors Western North Carolinians at ...

Today Governor Josh Stein toured West Henderson High School and met with members of its inaugural Healthcare Fellows program. The program launched through a partnership among Henderson County Public Schools, Blue Ridge Community College, AdventHealth …

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Published on August 20, 2025 - 17:50 GMT

Governor Stein and Emergency Management Officials Provide Updates on Hurricane Erin

Today Governor Josh Stein held a briefing to provide updates and guidance as Hurricane Erin impacts North Carolina’s coast. He was joined by Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, NC DPS Secretary Eddie Buffaloe, NC DOT Secretary Joey Hopkins, Adjutant …

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Published on August 19, 2025 - 21:18 GMT

Governor Stein Forms Gang Prevention and Intervention Task Force, Continues Office of Violence Prevention

Today Governor Josh Stein signed Executive Order 21, taking steps to improve public safety and prevent gang violence. The Governor announced the continuation of the Office of Violence Protection and the establishment of the Gang Prevention and Intervention …

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Published on August 19, 2025 - 19:37 GMT

Governor Stein Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Erin

Today Governor Stein declared a State of Emergency as North Carolina prepares for impacts from Hurricane Erin and mobilizes resources and personnel to assist along the coast. On Wednesday, August 20, at 10:15 a.m., Governor Stein will hold a media briefing …

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Published on August 12, 2025 - 17:24 GMT

Governor Stein’s August Column: This summer, if you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready

Today Governor Stein is reminding North Carolinians of helpful tips to stay prepared during the summer months and hurricane season. Media outlets are invited to publish the below column from Governor Stein. This summer, if you stay ready, you don’t have to …

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Published on August 7, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Governor Stein Takes Action on Three Bills

Today Governor Josh Stein signed two bills into law and vetoed one bill. Governor Stein made the following statement on signing House Bill 125: “This Band-Aid budget fails to invest in our teachers and students, fails to keep families safe, fails to …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 18:55 GMT

Governor Stein Underscores Commitment to Supporting Military Families, Joins Blue Star Families’ “Do Your Part” Initiative

Today at Fayetteville Technical Community College, Governor Josh Stein announced that North Carolina is becoming a Do Your Part State, a joint initiative between Blue Star Families and the National Governors Association. Recognizing that community support …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 04:06 GMT

Governor Stein Delivers School Supplies to Edgecombe County Middle School

Today Governor Josh Stein joined educators, students, and local officials at W.A. Pattillo Middle School in Tarboro to deliver school supplies collected by the Governor’s Office during the annual Governor’s School Supply Drive. As the legislature continues …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 04:06 GMT

Governor Stein Declares Tropical Storm Chantal a Type I State Disaster, Activates Individual Assistance

Today Governor Josh Stein declared Tropical Storm Chantal a Type I State Disaster, which allows North Carolina to activate state-funded individual assistance grants for people affected by the storm. The Governor also urged President Trump and Acting FEMA …

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Published on August 4, 2025 - 22:11 GMT

Governor and First Lady Stein, Cabinet Members Participate in Reentry Simulation

Today, Governor Josh Stein and First Lady Anna Stein, along with members of the Governor’s Cabinet and other agency leaders, learned about life after incarceration when they participated in a reentry simulation organized by the North Carolina Department of …

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