Dr. Andrea DeSantis joins the AHEAD Workforce Pell Committee to guide the rollout of new grants, enhancing short-term training opportunities nationwide.
In San Francisco, apprenticeships for early childhood educators offer paid training and college credits, funded by a real estate tax.
Western NC homeowners have until Dec. 31, 2025, to apply for assistance through Renew NC’s housing program, aiding recovery from Hurricane Helene damage.
The 2026 North Carolina county tier rankings shift for 18 counties, impacting economic development programs that aid in infrastructure and job growth.
Governor Stein announced GE Aerospace’s $52.9M expansion in West Jefferson, NC, adding 44 jobs, enhancing local economic growth and aviation sector strength.
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley advocates for eliminating Obamacare, favoring market-driven solutions amid rising health care costs.
VectorTex USA brings 44 jobs and a $6M investment to Elizabethtown, enhancing local economy and strengthening North Carolina’s rural economic development.
Governor Stein announces Fit Precast’s $102M Gaston County facility, creating 125 jobs with $102K average salary, boosting local economy by $12.7M annually.
Gov. Stein and Secretary Lilley visit Fairview to showcase Renew NC’s effort in rebuilding homes post-Hurricane Helene, stressing the program’s ongoing impact.
Scout Motors’ new HQ in Charlotte, announced by Gov. Stein, will invest $206.9M, creating 1,200 jobs, with $172,878 average salaries, boosting local economy.
Governor Stein directs a council to optimize Workforce Pell grants, aiming to boost career training access and meet employer needs in North Carolina by 2026.
Ivy McFarland, from Honduras, embraced rural Halifax, NC, as home, joining international teachers amid a hiring crisis.
