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Gillespie Precast to establish manufacturing plant in Randolph County, creating 39 jobs

Today, Governor Josh Stein disclosed that Gillespie Precast intends to set up a manufacturing facility in Randolph County.

By Old North News | Apr 17, 2025

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North Carolina reports unchanged unemployment rate for March 2025

The employment statistics for North Carolina in March 2025 have been released.

By Old North News | Apr 17, 2025

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Governor Stein announces grants for rural infrastructure improvements

By Old North News | Apr 17, 2025

Governor Josh Stein has announced the approval of grants by the Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) amounting to $1,890,000.

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Coastal resources commission meeting set for April 30 and May 1 in Manteo

By Old North News | Apr 17, 2025

The North Carolina Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) is scheduled to convene on April 30 and May 1 at the Dare County Government Center located at 954 Marshall C. Collins Drive in Manteo.

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Public hearing scheduled for Hyde County shellfish lease proposal

By Old North News | Apr 17, 2025

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

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Opsun to open first US manufacturing operation in North Carolina

By Old North News | Apr 16, 2025

Canadian manufacturer Opsun Corporation is set to invest $9.3 million to establish its first U.S. production facility in High Point, Guilford County, North Carolina.

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North Carolina allocates $3.9M for flood risk reduction projects in three cities

By Old North News | Apr 15, 2025

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).

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North Carolina Coastal Reserve announces Spring advisory committee meetings

By Old North News | Apr 15, 2025

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

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Employment challenges face older released inmates in North Carolina

By Old North News | Apr 15, 2025

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

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

By Old North News | Apr 14, 2025

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

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

By Old North News | Apr 14, 2025

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.

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

By Old North News | Apr 14, 2025

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.

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

By Old North News | Apr 14, 2025

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.

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

By Old North News | Apr 14, 2025

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

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

By Old North News | Apr 14, 2025

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

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North Carolina advises early renewal for fishing and dealer licenses

By Old North News | Apr 10, 2025

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.

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Public hearing announced for proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County

By Old North News | Apr 10, 2025

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

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NC coastal management schedules second public hearing for Mid-Currituck Bridge permit

By Old North News | Apr 9, 2025

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management will conduct a public hearing on April 16, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Currituck Extension Center in Barco.

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Governor's council holds first meeting on workforce and apprenticeships

By Old North News | Apr 9, 2025

Governor Josh Stein inaugurated the Governor’s Council on Workforce and Apprenticeships in Raleigh.

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Unemployment rates decrease across most of North Carolina's counties in February 2025

By Old North News | Apr 9, 2025

Unemployment rates in North Carolina showed a decline in most counties for February 2025, according to recently released data.