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Published on May 28, 2024 - 15:52 GMT

Governor Cooper Announces Ross Stores to Build New Distribution Center, Adding 850 Jobs and Investing $450 Million in Randolph ...

Retailer, Ross Stores, Inc. (“Ross”) will create 852 jobs in Randolph County, Governor Cooper announced today. The company will invest $450 million to build a Southeastern region distribution center in the City of Randleman. “We are delighted to welcome …

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Published on May 24, 2024 - 17:55 GMT

Governor Cooper Travels to France for Economic Development Trip

Today, Governor Cooper met with business leaders in France as part of an economic development trip, including Schneider Electric. The Governor discussed investment opportunities and job creation in North Carolina. The North Carolina delegation includes …

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Published on May 23, 2024 - 21:27 GMT

Governor Cooper Signs State Disaster Declaration for Gaston and Surrounding Counties Affected by EF-1 Tornadoes

On Thursday, May 23, 2024, Governor Roy Cooper signed a Type I state disaster declaration for individual assistance for Gaston County and contiguous counties that suffered damage from two EF-1 tornadoes and severe weather on May 8, 2024. This declaration …

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Published on May 23, 2024 - 20:20 GMT

Governor Cooper Vetoes One Bill

Today, Governor Roy Cooper vetoed the following bill: Governor Cooper made the following statement on his veto of HB 198: “Protecting North Carolina's beauty should be a top priority, but this legislation allows tree cutting and destruction of native …

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Published on May 22, 2024 - 22:22 GMT

Governor Cooper to Lead Economic Development Trip in Europe

Governor Cooper and a delegation of state officials will travel to Europe on an economic development trip from May 24-31. The Governor and state officials will meet with companies and government officials in France, Germany and Switzerland and will focus …

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Published on May 21, 2024 - 19:44 GMT

Governor Cooper Visits Camp Lejeune, Meets with Marine Corps Leadership and Tours Ongoing Military Construction Projects

Today, Governor Roy Cooper toured Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville to meet with base leadership and view ongoing military construction projects. During the visit, the Governor met with U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Ralph J. Rizzo, Jr., deputy …

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Published on May 20, 2024 - 20:15 GMT

Governor Cooper Hosts Military Appreciation Month Celebration, Recognizes North Carolina Servicemembers

Today, Governor Roy Cooper hosted a Military Appreciation Month celebration at the Executive Mansion to honor servicemen and women. The Governor was joined by North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Grier Martin as they …

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Published on May 16, 2024 - 20:51 GMT

Governor Cooper Vows to Protect Women’s Health Care One Year After SB20

One year ago today, North Carolina Republican legislators overrode Governor Roy Cooper’s veto of their abortion ban by one vote, putting reproductive care for millions of women in jeopardy. Today, Governor Cooper issued the following statement on the one- …

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Published on May 16, 2024 - 14:33 GMT

Governor Cooper Signs One Bill Into Law

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Published on May 14, 2024 - 14:54 GMT

Volunteers from Across NC Awarded the Governor's Medallion Award for Volunteer Service by VolunteerNC

Last week, 17 individuals and three organizations representing 20 counties received North Carolina’s highest award for volunteer service, the Governor’s Medallion Award. The award is presented annually by the N.C. Commission on Volunteerism & Community …

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Published on May 9, 2024 - 20:24 GMT

Governor Cooper Tours Annie H. Snipes Academy of Arts & Design in Wilmington During Teacher Appreciation Week, Highlights How ...

Today, Governor Roy Cooper celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week at Annie H. Snipes Academy of Arts & Design in Wilmington as part of “The Year of Public Schools” education tour. The Governor was joined by teachers, students, local and state education …

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Published on May 9, 2024 - 16:24 GMT

Governor Offers Reward for Information on Lenoir County Assault

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the State 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 assault of Evernell Pittman, age 72. On January 2, 2020, Mrs. …

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Published on May 9, 2024 - 16:24 GMT

Governor Offers Reward for Information on Harnett County Murder

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the State 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 Daniel Williams, age 29. On May 7, 2023, at approximately …

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Published on May 9, 2024 - 14:26 GMT

NC Medicaid Expansion hits 450,000 Enrollees in Just Five Months

Communities across the state continue to experience the life-changing impacts of Medicaid expansion as the state surpasses 450,000 North Carolinians signed up and more than one million prescriptions covered. The milestone means three-fourths of those …

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Published on May 7, 2024 - 20:44 GMT

Governor Cooper Tours Smith High School in Greensboro During Teacher Appreciation Week, Highlights How Strong Public Schools Make ...

Today, Governor Roy Cooper celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week at Smith High School in Greensboro as part of “The Year of Public Schools” education tour. The Governor was joined by teachers, students, local and state education leaders and local elected …

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Published on May 6, 2024 - 21:16 GMT

Governor Cooper and Democratic Leaders Highlight New Legislation Instituting Moratorium on Taxpayer-Funded Private School Vouchers

Today, Governor Cooper and Democratic legislative leaders held a press conference outlining new legislation that would place a moratorium on more taxpayer-funded private school vouchers until our public schools are fully funded. The Governor was joined by …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 17:43 GMT

Study Finds Significant Economic Impact for North Carolina Generated by 2023 NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro Speedway

Today, in advance of the 2024 NASCAR All Star Race, North Carolinians got a glimpse of the economic impact provided by last year’s event. Governor Roy Cooper announced a new report from the NC Department of Commerce showing the impact of hosting the 2023 …

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Published on May 3, 2024 - 13:48 GMT

Republicans Make Taxpayer-Funded Private School Vouchers for Millionaires a Top Priority Instead of Increasing Teacher Pay and ...

Yesterday, Republican legislators signaled that one of their top priorities this session is using more taxpayer money to fund private school vouchers for millionaires instead of increasing teacher pay or fully funding North Carolina’s public schools where …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 18:43 GMT

Governor Cooper Announces 501 Jobs as Window Manufacturer Selects Johnston County

Crystal Window & Door Systems, a leading manufacturer of replacement and new construction windows will locate a manufacturing center in Johnston County, creating 501 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest $83.6 million in …

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Published on May 2, 2024 - 17:35 GMT

North Carolina’s Success in the Clean Energy Economy Continues with 545 New Jobs Coming to Lincoln County

Green New Energy Materials, Inc., an experienced manufacturer of a key component used in lithium-ion batteries will establish its first manufacturing operation in the United States in Lincoln County, creating 545 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today …

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