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:

David Rhoades
Communications Director
(919) 814-4611 | drhoades@commerce.nc.gov

Patrice Bethea
Deputy Communications Director
(919) 814-4612 | patrice.bethea@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

More Than $5.2 Billion Invested in North Carolina Main Street Communities Since 1980
North Carolina’s August Employment Figures Released
Governor Cooper Announces Chick-fil-A Supply Will Locate a Second N.C. Distribution Center in Kannapolis with $58 Million Investment
View all press releases

Blog | The LEAD Feed

Current Blog List

Current Blog List

Introducing the New North Carolina Racial Equity Dashboard
September 2023 NC Economy Watch: Meet the New Normal, Same as the Old Normal
Not Your Grandfather’s Manufacturing: How North Carolina industry has changed since the 1990s

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.

Public Access and Participation Plan

Review our approach to encourage more people to engage in our work in the Department's Public Access and Participation Plan