
North Carolina’s Unemployment Rate Steady at 3.8% in January 2026
North Carolina’s January 2026 unemployment steady at 3.8%, while national rate drops to 4.3%. Nonfarm jobs up by 5,200, driven by education and health.

North Carolina’s January 2026 unemployment steady at 3.8%, while national rate drops to 4.3%. Nonfarm jobs up by 5,200, driven by education and health.

ECU Health plans to reopen Martin County’s closed hospital as a “Rural Emergency” facility, offering hope to the community.

Governor Stein’s announcement marks a significant economic boost for Charlotte as SMBC’s $50.5M investment is set to create 2,000 high-paying jobs.

ECU Health plans to revive a closed Martin County hospital in NC as a “Rural Emergency” facility, addressing urgent local healthcare gaps.

Governor Stein announces Linde Inc.’s $75M air separation facility in Northampton County, creating 20 jobs and boosting local industrial gas supply.

George LaComb noticed the disparity in safety measures between his new Orlando high school and his old one.

Governor Stein announces Capital Group’s new hub in Charlotte, boosting NC’s financial sector with 600 jobs, $116M payroll, and $5.2B economic growth.

Governor Stein announces TSEA Energy’s $25M investment in Rockingham, creating 160 jobs and boosting North Carolina’s role in modernizing the U.S. power grid.

Michael Whatley seeks a boost in his U.S. Senate campaign by aligning with former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich, a convicted felon.

Governor Stein allocates $8.5M for infrastructure recovery in western NC, aiding small businesses hit by Hurricane Helene, ensuring economic resilience.

At the N.C. Main Street Conference in New Bern, 42 individuals and organizations are honored for revitalizing downtowns and energizing local economies.

Parents in Croton-on-Hudson, N.Y., are concerned about excessive screen time in schools as young kids receive iPads.

