Press Releases

Raleigh, N.C. - Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (DuPont) is expanding its operations in Lenoir County.  The company plans to create 18 new jobs and invest $30 million over the next three years in Kinston.   “DuPont is one of North Carolina’s best known employers,” said Governor McCrory. “By adding these high-paying, quality jobs to their production facility in Kinston, the company is making a much-needed difference to the economy in this part of the state.”  

North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker and Assistant Secretary for Rural Development Dr. Pat Mitchell announced today that the N.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved seven grants or loans totaling more than $2.5 million with the commitment of nearly 650 new jobs. 

Wake County center tasked with connecting employers with job seekers

oro, N.C. - Governor Pat McCrory announced the 2014 recipients of the Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development today. Two companies and four North Carolinians will receive the recognition tonight in Greensboro.  The awards honor individuals and businesses for outstanding accomplishments and contributions in helping North Carolina achieve its workforce development goals.  

2013-14 Program Created 1,011 Jobs, 253 Businesses and $108(m) in Investments

CBS Television Studios officials have notified the North Carolina Film Office that they intend to remain in North Carolina for filming of “Under the Dome’s” third season. The news came shortly after the CBS Television Network announced it had renewed the hit summer series. “It is our pleasure to return to North Carolina for our third season of Under the Dome,” said Kevin Berg, Executive Vice President of Production for CBS Television Studios.  “The film community in the state, and particularly in the greater Wilmington area, is simply outstanding.

Bio-pharma Company Will Add 236 New Jobs

Expansion Will Add 488 New Jobs

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Governor Pat McCrory is visiting factories across the state to highlight North Carolina-made products as part of Manufacturing Day.    The Governor kicked off the tour this morning in Dunn with a visit to Godwin Manufacturing Company which makes truck components, including those used by the state Department of Transportation.