Press Releases

Community Development Block Grants to help improve water/sewer lines across the state

State Grant Helps Biotech Company Expand in Greensboro

Delegation Will Recruit Companies While in Asia

Company plans to expand Burke County electrical wiring manufacturing facility

Company Expansion to Boost Burlington’s Job Market

SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center Opens Friday in Roanoke Rapids

N.C. Energy Office website shares stories of how Recovery Act grants spent across the state

, N.C. — With 35,000 delegates, dignitaries and media representatives as well as the eyes of the world converging on Charlotte for the 2012 Democratic National Convention next week, the N.C. Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development is seizing the opportunity to showcase the state's assets as a travel destination.

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Rep. Daniel F. McComas, a Republican from New Hanover County, will be named chairman of the North Carolina State Ports Authority.  McComas will resign his house seat effective Sept. 2, to take the new position.   “The ports are a critical component to the economy of North Carolina,” said Gov. Bev Perdue. “Rep. McComas’ appointment demonstrates my commitment to the continued success and growth of the North Carolina State Ports Authority. I want the best person in the job, no matter what side of the aisle he or she sits on.”

State Grant Helps Hospira Modernize, Expand Capabilities in Rocky Mount