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Published on October 2, 2024 - 23:47 GMT

PHOTOS AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper and President Biden Survey Damage from Hurricane Helene During Aerial Tour, Hold Briefing for ...

Today, Governor Roy Cooper and President Joe Biden took an aerial tour of areas damaged by Hurricane Helene before holding a briefing on storm impacts at the State Emergency Operations Center. During the briefing, President Biden announced the approval of …

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Published on October 2, 2024 - 21:00 GMT

President Biden Approves Governor Cooper’s Request for Active-Duty Military Personnel and Equipment for Western North Carolina

Today, President Biden approved Governor Cooper’s request for active-duty military personnel and equipment to support ongoing rescue, relief and recovery operations in Western North Carolina. The Governor previously requested Department of Defense aviation …

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Published on October 2, 2024 - 02:50 GMT

PHOTOS/VIDEO AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper Travels to Western NC to Survey Storm Damage from Hurricane Helene

Photos of the Governor’s visit to Western NC can be found here. Pool footage of the Governor’s visit can be found here. Today, Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Western North Carolina where he was joined by FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, North Carolina …

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Published on October 2, 2024 - 02:50 GMT

PHOTOS/VIDEO AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper Travels to Western NC to Survey Storm Damage from Hurricane Helene

Today, Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Western North Carolina where he was joined by FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein, NCDPS Secretary Eddie Buffaloe and NCDOT Chief Operating Officer Chris Peoples to assess …

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Published on October 1, 2024 - 21:46 GMT

Rescue, Relief and Recovery Operations Continue in Western North Carolina

Search and rescue efforts continue in Western North Carolina amidst simultaneous coordinated efforts to restore critical infrastructure and bring much needed food, water and other necessities to communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. “The response to …

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Published on October 1, 2024 - 17:53 GMT

Governor Cooper Announces $2 Billion Wilson County Investment by Johnson & Johnson for New Manufacturing Campus

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced Johnson & Johnson (J&J), a world-leading healthcare company, will create 420 jobs in Wilson County. The company says it will invest more than $2 billion in a new pharmaceutical manufacturing campus for …

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Published on October 1, 2024 - 00:19 GMT

PHOTO/VIDEO AVAILABLE: Governor Cooper Travels to Western NC to Survey Storm Damage from Hurricane Helene

Photos of the Governor’s visit to Western NC can be found here. Pool footage of the Governor’s visit can be found here. Today, Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Western North Carolina where he was joined by FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, NCDOT …

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Published on September 30, 2024 - 20:53 GMT

An Unprecedented Response: State, Local and Federal Partners Surge Resources into Western NC Following Historic Damage from ...

State, federal and local partners continue to work together to surge resources into Western North Carolina in response to unprecedented damage from Hurricane Helene across the region. Operations are in progress to provide food, water and critical supplies …

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Published on September 29, 2024 - 21:36 GMT

Donate to NC Disaster Relief Fund to Help with Helene Recovery, Governor Cooper Urges

Governor Roy Cooper is encouraging donations to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund to help communities recover from catastrophic damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene. “There is a massive effort underway to get help to the people of Western North …

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Published on September 29, 2024 - 21:36 GMT

How to Apply for FEMA Assistance After Hurricane Helene

North Carolina homeowners and renters in 25 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. FEMA may be able to help with serious needs, …

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Published on September 29, 2024 - 19:54 GMT

Disaster Response Surges in Western North Carolina Following Hurricane Helene

Critical supplies are starting to reach Western North Carolina communities hit hard by devastating Hurricane Helene as crews make progress toward restoring power and cell phone service and repairing roads. Food, water and other needs are arriving in …

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Published on September 29, 2024 - 12:30 GMT

North Carolina Receives Federal Major Disaster Declaration for North Carolina

President Biden has granted Governor Roy Cooper’s request for a Federal Major Disaster Declaration for Tropical Storm Helene providing immediate federal help for 25 North Carolina counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The declaration means …

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Published on September 29, 2024 - 01:12 GMT

Rescues Completed, Emergency Supplies Rushed to Western North Carolina Communities Hit by Hurricane Helene

Rescue and recovery operations continue to take place in western North Carolina as resources and aid are brought into the region. While North Carolina Emergency Management officials are working around the clock to support local efforts and coordinate …

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Published on September 28, 2024 - 17:51 GMT

Rescue Operations Ongoing Following Helene, Needed Supplies Coming to Western NC by Air

Search and rescue operations remain underway in communities across Western North Carolina and supplies are being brought into the region by air following devastating impacts from Tropical Storm Helene. “This is a historic and catastrophic storm for Western …

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Published on September 28, 2024 - 03:14 GMT

Governor Cooper Requests a Major Disaster Declaration to Expedite Federal Aid for Tropical Storm Helene Recovery

Governor Roy Cooper has requested a Major Disaster Declaration from the federal government for North Carolina for 39 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for federal Public Assistance and Individual Assistance in the aftermath of Tropical …

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Published on September 27, 2024 - 18:02 GMT

Hurricane Helene Continues to Bring Heavy Rain and Life-Threatening Flooding to Western NC

Governor Roy Cooper and state leaders continue to urge North Carolina residents to monitor dangerous conditions from Hurricane Helene, stay off roads in the western part of the state except in cases of emergency and listen to local officials. Conditions …

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Published on September 26, 2024 - 18:12 GMT

Governor Cooper Warns of Danger as Catastrophic Hurricane Helene Impacts North Carolina

Governor Roy Cooper and state leaders urged North Carolinians today to prepare for life-threatening flooding as well as high winds, tornadoes and heavy rain as Hurricane Helene passes through the state. Helene is expected to bring tropical storm force …

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Published on September 25, 2024 - 16:30 GMT

Governor Cooper Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Helene

Today, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Helene as North Carolina prepares for severe weather impacts that could threaten life and property across North Carolina through Saturday morning. Helene is forecast to cause …

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Published on September 24, 2024 - 16:52 GMT

Global Maker of Mucinex Consumer Health Medicines Selects Wilson County for Major Production Facility

Reckitt*, a global leader in health, hygiene and nutrition, will establish a major production plant in Wilson County to produce the over-the-counter medicine Mucinex, creating 289 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $145.59 …

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Published on September 23, 2024 - 13:58 GMT

ICYMI: Rural Counties Emphasize the Dangers of Republican Scheme to Funnel Millions of Taxpayer Dollars to Private School Vouchers

Legislative Republicans’ plan to spend $625 million this year on taxpayer funded private school vouchers instead of public schools will hurt rural communities the most. And school boards and leaders in rural North Carolina are speaking out. Voucher …

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