Press Releases

North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority awards grants to support new jobs and infrastructure upgrades

North Carolina Commerce Secretary Anthony M. Copeland and the Economic Development Partnership of N.C. announced three new productions are receiving North Carolina Film and Entertainment Grants. “Our state’s film professionals have an opportunity for work once again,” said Secretary Copeland. “I look forward to catching a glimpse of their talent as well as some familiar North Carolina scenery on the big and small screen.”

N.C. Board of Science, Technology & Innovation recommends action to position state for success in the new economic environment

Wood products maker will invest $1.3 million

, N.C. - Closer collaboration, proactive branding, and a greater focus on data science education and talent development will propel North Carolina to the top of the emerging data economy, according to a new report published today by the North Carolina Board of Science, Technology & Innovation (BSTI).  Leadership in the data economy is becoming increasingly critical as more and more economic value is based on the ability to successfully collect and manipulate data for insight and profit.

Company will invest $330 million in production and distribution operations

U.S. unit of Swiss technology group will invest $62 million

Automotive Supplier will add 42 jobs and invest more than $13 million

igh, N.C. — Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 71 of North Carolina’s counties in December, decreased in 9, and remained unchanged in 20.  Hyde County had the highest unemployment rate at 11.6 percent, while Buncombe County had the lowest at 3.7 percent.  Eleven of the state’s metro areas experienced rate increases and four remained unchanged.

Poultry producer will invest nearly $44 million, pay new workers an average of $51,000