The state’s seasonally adjusted January 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from December’s revised rate. The national rate remained unchanged at 3.7 percent.
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Super Tuesday Primary results for NC Council of State
The following are the results from the primary races on Tuesday. The 2024 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Super Tuesday Primary results for state and county judicial races
The following are the results from the primary races on Tuesday. The 2024 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.
Cooper announces grant to InfinityLink Communications for HQ relocation to Lenoir County
Governor Roy Cooper announced today that InfinityLink Communications, a Wired Telecommunications Carrier, has been awarded a grant from the State's Building Reuse Program. Earlier in the day, the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) granted Lenoir County's request for $450,000 to support relocating InfinityLink Communications' headquarters to a facility within the Highway 70 West Industrial Park.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of eastern NC prepares for a new chapter with Executive Director transition
As the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Eastern North Carolina bids a fond farewell to its esteemed Executive Director, Meghan Woolard, the organization is excited to announce the search for a dynamic new leader to usher in a new chapter of growth and enhanced support for families in need.
Stein rallies for unity and progress in gubernatorial bid
On Thursday at Queen Street Deli, North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein, now a gubernatorial candidate, addressed a crowd on his visions and commitments for the state's future. The event, highlighted by local dignitaries including Mayor Don Hardy and Councilmember Chris Suggs, underscored Stein's focus on education, public health, and community engagement.
Murphy stands with Israel and votes to impeach Mayorkas
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued the following statements after voting in support of H.R. 7217, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act and after voting to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Murphy introduces legislation to eliminate IRA "Pill Penalty" and support small molecule drug innovation
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. introduced the Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act alongside Congressmen Don Davis (D-NC) and Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY). This legislation fixes the Inflation Reduction Act's small molecule “pill penalty,” to ensure continued R&D investments into small molecule medicines.
North Carolina's December County and Area Employment Figures Released
Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 95 of North Carolina’s counties in December 2023, increased in three, and remained unchanged in two. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 5.9 percent while Buncombe County had the lowest at 2.4 percent.
Economic Development Region Regional Newsletter - January 2024
EDR staff joined local leaders and Greene County employees in support of the new facility, located at 2189 Firetower Road, Walstonburg, NC.
North Carolina Department of Commerce announces NC Advanced Manufacturing Grants for local counties
The North Carolina Department of Commerce has awarded business services grants to 14 local workforce development boards, totaling $490,000, Governor Roy Cooper announced.
James "Jimbo" S. Perry Named as Executive Director of the Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism
James "Jimbo" S. Perry has been named as executive director of the Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism (CJCP). His tenure began January 1, 2024. Perry replaces former Executive Director Melvin Wright who served in this capacity since November 1999 until his retirement in August 2017. Wright resumed his role as executive director in March 2019 and officially retired December 2023.
From Dr. Murphy's Desk: January updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C.
Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter.
North Carolina State Lottery Commission approves March 11 as start date for legal sports wagering
The North Carolina State Lottery Commission on Wednesday set Monday, March 11, as the day that legal sports wagering can begin in North Carolina.
North Carolina's December employment figures released
The state’s seasonally adjusted December 2023 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from November’s revised rate. The national rate remained unchanged at 3.7 percent.