News

Welcome to the North Carolina Department of Commerce News Center 

You'll find the latest information on community and economic development in our state right here, plus resources for journalists covering our agency

Media Contacts

If you are a journalist or other media professional needing additional information, contact:

Patrice Gist Bethea
Deputy Communications Director
(919) 814-4612 | patrice.gist@commerce.nc.gov

To submit a formal request to see public records from the agency, send your request by email to publicrecords@commerce.nc.gov.

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Current Press Releases

North Carolina Tourism Hits Record $37.2 Billion in 2025
North Carolina’s March Employment Figures Released
Governor Stein Makes the Case to Invest in North Carolina at SelectUSA Investment Summit
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Blog | The LEAD Feed

Current Blog List

The State of Reentry Employment: 2026 Update
“How hard is it to find entry-level workers these days?” Findings from LEAD’s 2026 Employer Needs Survey
Engineering and the Future: Two Decades of UNC Graduates and Where They Work

Current Initiatives

Review high-impact programs on our agenda, recently announced plans, and upcoming public hearing or public comment periods

Events

See meetings or events coming up on Commerce's calendar, such as boards and commissions like the NCWorks Commission or the Board of Science, Technology, & Innovation.

Newsletter Subscription Center

Sign up for Commerce's e-newsletters, providing news, press releases, and information on a variety of topics directly to your inbox.

The LEAD Feed

Valuable insights on the state’s economy from our Labor & Economic Analysis team's popular blog

SYNC Newsletter Archive

Past issues of SYNC, our electronic newsletter for local government officials, private-sector allies, state policy makers, and anyone interested in economic development in North Carolina.

Brand & Logo Guidelines

Download Commerce's brand style guide and logos.