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Published on November 4, 2024 - 20:05 GMT

Welsh Semiconductor Company Plans to Expand Greensboro Operation for Next Generation Compound Semiconductor Materials

Today, IQE, Inc., a global semiconductor manufacturer, announced an expansion in Guilford County, signaling its ongoing commitment to future investment in the region, subject to customer commitments and funding from the federal CHIPS Act. The company plans …

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Published on November 4, 2024 - 15:26 GMT

Governor Cooper Proclaims Employ a Veteran Week

North Carolina will celebrate “Employ A Veteran Week,” Nov. 11-15, and a variety of events before and during that week will help connect veterans to jobs and other services, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. “Veterans strengthen our communities and …

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Published on November 1, 2024 - 21:04 GMT

Governor Cooper Provides Bereavement Leave for State Employees

Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued an Executive Order providing bereavement leave for state employees who lose a family member or coworker. “Balancing work with family responsibilities can be challenging, and we want state employees to have time to grieve …

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Published on November 1, 2024 - 19:00 GMT

Governor Cooper Calls on Congressional Leaders to Fully Fund Crime Victims Fund and Support Essential Services for Crime Victims

This week, Governor Roy Cooper sent a letter to Congressional leaders urging a restoration of full funding for crime victim services. The federal Crime Victims Fund is the primary source of support for millions of crime victims every year and has seen a …

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Published on November 1, 2024 - 19:00 GMT

Governor Roy Cooper Proclaims November as American Indian Heritage Month

Governor Roy Cooper declared November as American Indian Heritage Month, celebrating the history, heritage and contributions of North Carolina’s eight state recognized tribes including the Coharie, Eastern Band of Cherokee, Haliwa-Saponi, Lumbee, Meherrin …

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Published on October 31, 2024 - 19:04 GMT

Governor Cooper Highlights Tourism Industry in Western North Carolina at Grandfather Mountain, Surveys Storm Damage in Avery ...

Today, Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Grandfather Mountain State Park in Avery County to highlight the importance of supporting Western North Carolina’s tourism industry in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Afterward, the Governor assessed damaged areas and …

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Published on October 31, 2024 - 15:35 GMT

All Living Former North Carolina Governors Praise State and County Elections Officials in Brief Supporting Governor Cooper in ...

Earlier this week, a bipartisan group of all five living former North Carolina governors filed a brief in the North Carolina Court of Appeals supporting Governor Roy Cooper’s case against legislative leaders that challenges Senate Bill 749, enacted last …

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Published on October 28, 2024 - 21:13 GMT

Governor Cooper Hosts Japanese Ambassador to the U.S. and Senior Japanese Business Leaders for the 46th Annual Southeast U.S./...

Governor Roy Cooper welcomed the Japanese Ambassador to the United States, Shigeo Yamada, to Charlotte and served as the host-state Governor for the annual Southeastern United States/Japan (SEUS/Japan) Economic Development Conference. The conference …

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Published on October 28, 2024 - 21:13 GMT

North Carolina Receives Generous Support from Taiwan for Helene Recovery

Officials from Taiwan today visited North Carolina to present a donation of $300,000 to help with recovery from Hurricane Helene. The generous donation will go to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund, established by Governor Roy Cooper to encourage …

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Published on October 25, 2024 - 18:30 GMT

Governor Cooper Surveys Storm Damage in Polk County, Joins First Lady of the United States Jill Biden in Asheville as ...

Today, Governor Cooper visited Green River Cove in Polk County to assess storm damage to the Green River and surrounding areas, meet with local officials and speak with those impacted by the storm. In the afternoon, the Governor joined First Lady of the …

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Published on October 24, 2024 - 23:15 GMT

North Carolina Railroad Company Secures $105.6 Million for Transformational Rail Improvements

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) has been awarded a $105 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement Program (CRISI). The …

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Published on October 24, 2024 - 20:34 GMT

Governor Cooper Issues Executive Order to Ease DMV Requirements and Fee Collections for Western North Carolinians in Aftermath of ...

Yesterday, Governor Roy Cooper issued an Executive Order focused on easing requirements and fee collections for North Carolinians related to the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in counties impacted by Hurricane Helene. As a result of this Order, the DMV …

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Published on October 24, 2024 - 20:34 GMT

Governor Cooper Attends North Carolina State Fair, Highlights Western North Carolina Businesses

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited the North Carolina State Fair. The Governor donated cans as part of Canned Food Day before visiting a booth operated by Bright Branch Farms, a farm in Henderson County impacted by Hurricane Helene and spoke with crafters …

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Published on October 23, 2024 - 20:01 GMT

Governor Cooper Proposes $3.9 Billion in State Funding to Spur Hurricane Helene Relief and Recovery

Less than a month after Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper today shared a state budget recommendation to help rebuild stronger to withstand future storms. Governor Cooper recommends an initial $3.9 billion package to begin …

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Published on October 22, 2024 - 21:53 GMT

Governor Cooper Urges Western North Carolinians to Enroll in Disaster Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) as Relief ...

As relief efforts continue in Western North Carolina, Governor Cooper is encouraging Western North Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to enroll in Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) this week by the Thursday deadline. …

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Published on October 22, 2024 - 19:50 GMT

Governor Cooper Announces Environmental Justice Advisory Council Report Outlining Dozens of Recommendations to Advance ...

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced the release of the Governor's Environmental Justice Advisory Council report, representing a significant step towards addressing Environmental Justice (EJ) concerns in North Carolina. This comprehensive report comes …

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Published on October 21, 2024 - 18:58 GMT

Governor Cooper Visits Community Care Station in Buncombe County with FEMA Administrator Criswell

Today, Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Buncombe County with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and visited a Community Care Station to speak with volunteers and give an update on relief efforts in Western North Carolina. The Community Care Station offers …

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Published on October 21, 2024 - 15:16 GMT

Response and Recovery Efforts in Western North Carolina

After Hurricane Helene, North Carolina continues leading a robust response and recovery with the support of federal, local, and non-profit partners. Helene hit North Carolina 25 days ago as the deadliest tropical storm in the state’s history. Because …

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Published on October 19, 2024 - 22:12 GMT

Major Disaster Declaration Granted for Southeastern NC Counties Following Impacts of Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight

Today, Governor Roy Cooper’s requests for a federal Major Disaster Declaration as a result of Potential Tropical Cyclone Eight were granted. This Major Disaster Declaration means Public Assistance funding for emergency work and the repair or replacement of …

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Published on October 18, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

Storm Response in Western North Carolina Continues as Local, State and Federal Partners Help Those Affected

Recovery and relief efforts continue in Western North Carolina as local, state and federal partners work together to help those affected by Hurricane Helene. “In the aftermath of this storm, we are using every local, state and federal resource available to …

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