Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Emergency Management are encouraging North Carolinians across eastern and central portions of the state to be prepared for tropical weather over the next couple of days.
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Congressman Greg Murphy most recent updates from ENC and Washington, D.C.
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Governor Cooper declares State of Emergency ahead of severe weather
Yesterday, Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency to activate the state’s emergency operations plan, waive transportation rules to help the transport of fuel and critical supplies and services, help first responders and assist the agriculture industry to prepare in advance for inclement weather and protect consumers from price gouging.
North Carolina's July Employment Figures Released
The state’s seasonally adjusted July 2023 unemployment rate was 3.3 percent, unchanged from June’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.5 percent.
North Carolina Republicans override six of Governor Cooper's vetoes
A week of heightened political tension in North Carolina's capital culminated with Senate and House Republicans overriding six of Gov. Roy Cooper's vetoes, turning controversial bills into law.
Court rules in favor of NC shrimpers and commercial fishermen
In a major decision handed down by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, a group of North Carolina shrimpers won a huge victory!
North Carolina's June county and area employment figures released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 86 of North Carolina’s counties in June 2023, decreased in five, and remained unchanged in nine. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 6.4 percent while Swain County had the lowest at 2.7 percent.
NCDOT seeks public input for next 10-Year Transportation Plan
The N.C. Department of Transportation is beginning to evaluate projects for its next 10-year capital plan and wants the public to be involved.
North Carolina's June Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted June 2023 unemployment rate was 3.3 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from May’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.6 percent.
USDA Launches initiative to rebuild homes in disaster-stricken areas
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development North Carolina State Director Reginald Speight announced the Department is launching a pilot program to make it easier for people to access loans and grants to repair homes damaged by Hurricane Ian and future natural disasters today.
2023 Municipal Election candidate updates for Jones, Greene, and Lenoir County
For the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election in Greene County and Lenoir County, filing opened on Friday, July 7, 2023, and ends at noon Friday, July 21, 2023, Election Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7, 2023.
Governor Cooper Vetoes Three Bills
Governor Roy Cooper vetoed the following bills:
Governor Cooper Announces Chair Appointments to Lenoir, Greene and Jones County Boards of Elections
RALEIGH: Gov. Cooper has appointed the following individuals to serve as Chair of the following County Boards of Elections:
USDA Makes Grants Available to Help Rural Communities in NC Repair Water Infrastructure Damaged By Hurricane Ian in 2022
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development North Carolina State Director Reginald Speight today announced the availability of grants to help rural and Tribal communities repair water infrastructure damaged by presidentially declared disaster Hurricane Ian in calendar year 2022.
Sen. Jim Perry advocates tailored solutions and open discussions at Chamber event
NC Senator Jim Perry (R - Lenoir, Beaufort, and Craven) was the guest speaker this morning at the Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce “Wake-Up Lenoir” Legislative Breakfast, addressing pressing regional matters and advocating for tailored solutions and open dialogue. The event covered topics such as education, mental health, healthcare, and medical marijuana.