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The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Flood Resiliency Blueprint has allocated over $3.9 million for three projects in collaboration with North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM).

North Carolina Coastal Reserve announces Spring advisory committee meetings

The North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve have scheduled Spring local advisory committee meetings on April 22 and 23.

NFIB warns of tax impact on NC businesses if 20% deduction expires

NFIB has published a report emphasizing the potential impact of tax changes on small businesses in North Carolina.

Employment challenges face older released inmates in North Carolina

North Carolina is putting a spotlight on the challenges that older individuals face after leaving prison, especially regarding employment outcomes.

North Carolina sees 6,200 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry during 2024

Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in North Carolina submitted 6,200 H-1B petitions during 2024.

North Carolina DEQ schedules hearing on weatherization assistance plan, seeks public input

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) State Energy Office is set to conduct a public hearing on April 17 concerning the Weatherization Assistance Program's Annual State Plan.

Wow Bao to open manufacturing facility in North Carolina, creating 88 jobs

Governor Josh Stein has announced that Wow Bao, an Asian street food brand, will establish its first company-operated manufacturing facility in Forest City, North Carolina.

International trade's impact on North Carolina's economy from 2019 to 2024

North Carolina, the 15th largest export state in the United States, has shown significant engagement in international trade, with notable growth and recovery observed between 2019 and 2024.

Oil and Gas Commission Rules Committee to hold meeting on April 16

The North Carolina Oil and Gas Commission Rules Committee is scheduled to convene on April 16, 2025.

State Water Infrastructure Authority to hold meeting on April 16 and April 17

The State Water Infrastructure Authority has scheduled an in-person meeting in Edenton and a teleconference via Webex on April 16 and April 17.

North Carolina's combined tax revenues down 19% from Q2 to Q3 2024

By Old North News | Apr 11, 2025

North Carolina collected $9.2 billion in combined tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

Q3 2024: North Carolina's combined tax revenues down 19% since Q2 2024

North Carolina collected $9.2 billion in total tax revenues during the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

North Carolina advises early renewal for fishing and dealer licenses

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is set to start the renewal process for commercial fishing, seafood dealer, and for-hire licenses and permits on April 15.

Public hearing announced for proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Marine Fisheries has announced a public hearing on proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County.

Kimberly McCaslin to speak at Wake Forest's 2025 Hylton Lecture