, NC -- The U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration (ITA) announced recently new export data that shows North Carolina merchandise exports increased 5 percent in the first half of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011, growing from $13.4 billion to $14 billion.
We've opened a new Hurricane Helene recovery program for western North Carolina.
Local governments can support small businesses in their regions by applying for our Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program. Full details: Public Infrastructure | Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program