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Published on June 6, 2024 - 17:58 GMT

Governor Cooper Visits Raleigh Child Care Center, Highlights Urgent Funding Need for Early Childhood Education and Child Care

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited Academically Based Child in Raleigh and visited several classrooms to see strong child care in action as well as learning and growing through engaging activities. The Governor was joined by local officials and Smart Start …

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Published on June 6, 2024 - 15:23 GMT

Governor Cooper Announces Spanish Manufacturer Will Build First U.S. Plant in Union County

BRIOLF USA LLC, the U.S. subsidiary of the family-run international industrial group Briolf, headquartered in Spain, will locate its first manufacturing center in the United States in Union County, creating 100 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today …

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Published on June 5, 2024 - 21:25 GMT

Governor Cooper Tours Wilmington Preschool, Highlights Urgent Funding Need for Early Childhood Education and Child Care

Today, Governor Roy Cooper toured Creative Minds Preschool in Wilmington and visited several classrooms to see strong child care in action as well as learning and growing through engaging activities. The Governor was joined by local officials and Smart …

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Published on June 4, 2024 - 21:07 GMT

Governor Cooper Announces SUN Bucks Program to Feed One Million North Carolina School Children this Summer

Today, Governor Roy Cooper hosted Administrator of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services Cindy Long to celebrate the launch of SUN Bucks, the state’s newest food assistance program to help prevent child hunger. Governor Cooper …

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Published on June 4, 2024 - 17:09 GMT

Governor Cooper Applauds Decision To Help Women Access Safe, Effective Reproductive Health Care

Today, Governor Roy Cooper issued the following statement on the decision in federal court that overturns parts of SB20, the abortion ban passed last year by North Carolina Republicans: "Yesterday’s ruling recognizes that Republican legislators have …

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Published on June 4, 2024 - 15:53 GMT

Sustainable Packaging Manufacturer Selects Guilford County for a New Production Facility

Clearly Clean Products, LLC, a packaging manufacturer, will create at least 80 new jobs in Guilford County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will expand its production capacity with a new manufacturing facility in the City of Greensboro. “ …

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Published on June 3, 2024 - 17:07 GMT

High School Teams from Across North Carolina Excel in Ready, Set, App! Competition

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced the three winning teams from North Carolina high schools for the Fifth Annual Ready, Set, App! Competition. Eight student teams from across the state attended the final event to pitch their original apps to a panel of …

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 18:27 GMT

Governor Cooper Proclaims June 3rd - 7th PFAS Awareness Week in North Carolina

Today, Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed PFAS Awareness Week in North Carolina to raise awareness of Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) found in drinking water. North Carolina has been a leader in PFAS regulation, working to hold polluters accountable …

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Published on May 30, 2024 - 17:20 GMT

Governor Cooper Travels to Switzerland for Economic Development Trip

On Wednesday and Thursday, Governor Cooper met with 14 companies in Switzerland as part of an economic development trip, including Syngenta, ABB and Novartis. He also met with the Director of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs Secretary Helene …

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Published on May 30, 2024 - 17:20 GMT

Refuse Truck Manufacturer to Build New East Coast Operation with $21 Million Investment and 170 New Jobs in Rowan County

Amrep Manufacturing Company, a producer of waste collection trucks, will expand its operations, adding 170 jobs and investing more than $21 million in Rowan County, Governor Cooper announced today. “Amrep Manufacturing’s expansion in Rowan County validates …

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Published on May 29, 2024 - 15:21 GMT

Local Fabricator to Invest $2 Million in Gaston County Expansion

J&L Machine and Fabrication, a steel fabrication and machining provider, will create 33 new jobs in Gaston County, Governor Cooper announced today. The company will invest more than $2.1 million to expand its production capacity in the Town of Stanley …

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Published on May 28, 2024 - 20:04 GMT

Child Care Providers Call on Legislators to Make Governor Cooper’s Proposed Investments in Early Childhood Education

Today, child care center owners and directors across the state are speaking out about their deep concerns for the children and families they serve, their teachers, and the future of child care programs if the North Carolina General Assembly fails to make …

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Published on May 28, 2024 - 16:53 GMT

Governor Cooper Travels to Germany for Economic Development Trip

On Monday and Tuesday, Governor Cooper met with several companies in Germany, including Siemens AG, as part of an economic development trip. The Governor also spoke with the Bavarian Industry Association, the Bavarian Minister of Economic Affairs Hubert …

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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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