Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted March 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from February’s revised rate. The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 3.8 percent.
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North Carolina's February Employment Figures Released
Raleigh, N.C. - The state’s seasonally adjusted February 2024 unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, unchanged from January’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.2 of a percentage point to 3.9 percent.
Murphy Introduces Bill to Eliminate ESG from Retirement Investment Plans
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. introduced the Safeguarding Investment Options for Retirement Act, legislation to prohibit tax-advantaged retirement plan trustees from considering factors other than financial risk and return when making investment decisions on behalf of workers, retirees, and their beneficiaries.
Greg Murphy, M.D.: March updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
March updates from eastern North Carolina and Washington D.C.
North Carolina's January Employment Figures Released
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.
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.