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Published on October 27, 2025 - 21:11 GMT

Governor Stein, Secretary Lilley, EDPNC to Lead Multi-State Delegation at Southeast U.S./Japan Annual Meeting in Tokyo

This week, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein is leading the multi-state delegation at the Southeast United States (SEUS)/Japan Annual Joint Meeting in Tokyo, Japan. Governor Stein is joined by Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley and EDPNC CEO …

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Published on October 27, 2025 - 18:39 GMT

Disruption in SNAP Benefits in North Carolina as the Federal Government Shutdown Continues

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services today announced the November benefits for the 1.4 million North Carolinians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be delayed if the federal government shutdown …

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Published on October 27, 2025 - 17:25 GMT

The Governor’s October Column: A Healthier North Carolina Means a Safer North Carolina

(RALEIGH) This month Governor Josh Stein is discussing public safety and mental health investments that would make North Carolina communities safer. Media outlets are invited to publish Governor Stein’s column below. -- Whether you’re running an errand, …

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Published on October 24, 2025 - 15:36 GMT

Governor Stein Announces More Funding for Temporary Jobs, Training for Helene Recovery

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the U.S. Department of Labor has released additional funds to help North Carolinians get back to work in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. The new funds, totaling $4 million, represent the remaining portion of a $ …

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Published on October 23, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Governor Stein Takes Action on One Bill

Today, Governor Stein announced he has signed one bill into law. Governor Stein made the following statement on signing Senate Bill 449: “This bill makes some needed investments for law enforcement, our state’s ferries, and budget technology, and it …

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Published on October 23, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s Top-Tier Workforce

This week Governor Josh Stein is highlighting North Carolina’s workforce, one of the state’s strongest assets. At Axios Live’s Building Workforce Skills in Advanced Manufacturing event, Governor Josh Stein shared his efforts to strengthen North Carolina’s …

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Published on October 23, 2025 - 15:22 GMT

Governor Stein Announces More Than $25 Million in Grants to Promote Safer Roads

Today Governor Josh Stein announced that the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) has awarded more than $25 million to local and state efforts to promote transportation safety across the state. These programs, which began October 1, …

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Published on October 22, 2025 - 17:20 GMT

Governor Stein Announces $860 Million Investment in Burlington as Grocery Leader Ahold Delhaize USA Expands

Governor Josh Stein announced today that Ahold Delhaize USA, the leading grocery retail group known for brands such as Food Lion, will invest $860 million in the city of Burlington to establish a modern distribution center to serve its grocery brands along …

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Published on October 22, 2025 - 01:17 GMT

Governor Stein Urges Support for House Bill 491 to Fund Medicaid

Today Governor Josh Stein urged passage of House Bill 491, which would pull $190 million from the Medicaid Contingency Reserve to partially fund the Medicaid program and allow the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to reverse …

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Published on October 21, 2025 - 18:01 GMT

Governor Stein Announces SoFi Technologies Will Create 225 Jobs with Charlotte Expansion

Governor Josh Stein announced today that SoFi Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOFI), a leading digital financial services company offering one-stop personal finance solutions, will create 225 jobs in Charlotte. The company will invest $3 million in Mecklenburg …

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Published on October 20, 2025 - 19:05 GMT

Governor Stein Provides NC Strong Update

Today Governor Josh Stein held his latest NC Strong Update to share progress North Carolina is making to shorten wait times and improve customer experience at the DMV, strengthen recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene, and support veterans transitioning …

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Published on October 17, 2025 - 20:32 GMT

Governor Stein Highlights North Carolina Impacts of Impasse in Washington, Calls on Congress to Return to the Negotiating Table

Today Governor Josh Stein released a statement highlighting the impacts of the federal government shutdown across North Carolina and urging leaders in Washington to return to the negotiating table. “The longer the federal government remains shut down …

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Published on October 17, 2025 - 19:16 GMT

Governor Stein Proclaims October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed October Cybersecurity Awareness Month in North Carolina and is encouraging all North Carolinians to prioritize online safety and protect themselves from online threats and scams. “Unfortunately, there are always bad …

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Published on October 16, 2025 - 20:38 GMT

Governor Stein Announces 21 Grants to Rural Communities to Attract 269 New Jobs and over $179 Million of Investment

Governor Josh Stein today announced that the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 21 grant requests for local governments totaling $9,815,885. The grants include commitments creating a total of 758 jobs, 489 of which were previously announced …

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Published on October 16, 2025 - 17:48 GMT

Governor Josh Stein Announces $6 Million to Reduce Flood Risks in North Carolina

Today in Marshall, Governor Josh Stein announced $6 million in grants from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Flood Resiliency Blueprint program to help reduce flood risks across the state. The announcement includes projects to …

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Published on October 16, 2025 - 15:10 GMT

Electrolux to Invest $23 Million in Kinston Expansion, Adding 74 New Jobs in Lenoir County

Today Governor Josh Stein announced household appliance company Electrolux Consumer Products, Inc., will add 74 new jobs in Lenoir County. The company will invest more than $23.7 million to expand its Kinston dishwasher production facility and …

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Published on October 16, 2025 - 15:10 GMT

Canadian Construction Company to Invest $15 Million in Bladen County Rebar Manufacturing Plant, Adding 83 Jobs

Today Governor Josh Stein announced MST Rebar Inc., a fiberglass rebar supplier, will create 83 new jobs in Bladen County. The company will invest more than $15.5 million to locate its first U.S. fiberglass rebar manufacturing facility in the town of …

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Published on October 15, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Governor Stein Celebrates North Carolina’s Aerospace Industry at GTCC Aviation Center Groundbreaking

Today Governor Josh Stein joined Guilford Technical Community College to celebrate the groundbreaking of its new Aviation Center. The Aviation Center, which follows on the heels of a historic job announcement from JetZero, will provide more students with …

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Published on October 15, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Governor Josh Stein Hosts Roundtable Discussion on the Need to Support Law Enforcement, Invest in Recruitment and Retention ...

Today Governor Josh Stein and Forsyth County Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough hosted a law enforcement roundtable in Winston-Salem to highlight the need for a comprehensive public safety package that not only ensures adequate responses to crime but also focuses on …

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Published on October 15, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Canadian Rehabilitation Equipment Manufacturer Selects Lenoir County for U.S. Expansion

Today, Governor Josh Stein announced Cardon Rehabilitation & Medical Equipment USA, LLC, a manufacturer of customizable powered treatment tables and exercise equipment, will add 20 new jobs in Lenoir County. The company will invest more than $4 million …

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