Governor Stein and NC Commerce start a new economic plan with community input, targeting diverse growth and industry focus, finalized by spring 2026.
Former Gov. Roy Cooper and RNC Chair Michael Whatley are set to vie for North Carolina’s U.S. Senate seat, promising a key 2026 contest.
Eco King Solutions, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Kingsun Eco-pack, brings 515 jobs to Graham County, NC with an $80.5M investment in biodegradable tableware.
North Carolina’s June 2025 jobless rate held steady at 3.7%, while U.S. unemployment fell slightly. Nonfarm jobs rose by 5,000, despite some industry declines.
Thomasville and Siler City join N.C. Main Street programs, boosting economic growth and community revitalization through strategic planning and partnerships.
Kenny Flowers, a leader in rural development, is named Chief Deputy Secretary of Commerce, spearheading strategic operations in North Carolina on Aug 1, 2025.
The White House confirms Epstein’s suicide; doubts persist over his alleged sex ring and the deeper issues of wealth and power abuse.
GMAX Industries to create 36 jobs in Winston-Salem, investing $11.4M in its first North American facility, boosting local economy and healthcare supply resilience.
Stephen Wells’ journey from Air Force to academia highlights the push for military and work experience to count as college credit.
Dr. Hamner’s pioneering work with NCBiotech propelled NC’s Life Sciences, ensuring growth and innovation, impacting generations ahead.
In May 2025, unemployment rose in 93 NC counties, with Edgecombe at 5.3%. Statewide, the rate hit 3.6%, highlighting regional economic challenges.
Sen. Thom Tillis, retiring, criticizes GOP budget bill and Trump, warning cuts to Medicaid and ACA could leave 11.8 million uninsured.
