D. Reid Wilson, Secretary at North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

NCDEQ schedules public hearings on Fuquay-Varina water transfer proposal

The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission and the Division of Water Resources within the Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) will hold public hearings on December 4, 9, and 11 to receive feedback on the draft environmental…

Josh Stein, Governor

Governor Stein hosts Friendsgiving meal with servicemembers at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base

Governor Josh Stein and First Lady Anna Stein visited Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in Goldsboro to host a Friendsgiving event for servicemembers.

D. Reid Wilson, Secretary at North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

North Carolina extends public comment period for Wilmington Harbor dredging project

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management (DCM) has extended the public comment period for the review of a federal request to deepen and widen Wilmington Harbor.

D. Reid Wilson, Secretary at North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

NCDEQ extends comment period on Fuquay-Varina interbasin transfer proposal

The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission and the Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources have announced a series of public hearings in December to gather input on the draft environmental impact statement…

Josh Stein, Governor

Governor Stein announces major job growth from multiple companies investing across North Carolina

This week, Governor Josh Stein and the North Carolina Department of Commerce announced that seven new economic development projects will bring more than 3,400 jobs and over $1.8 billion in investments to North Carolina.

Kameron Manley and Ian Hemilright

Who from North Wake County area’s former high school standouts will play in the week starting Monday, Nov. 24?

These ex-North Wake County area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Nov. 24.

D. Reid Wilson Secretary

North Carolina faces widespread drought; officials urge caution during wildfire season

Dry conditions are affecting most of North Carolina, according to a recent advisory from the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council (DMAC).

Josh Stein, Governor

North Carolina expands WNC Thrive initiative for hurricane recovery support

Governor Josh Stein, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), and the Governor’s Recovery Office for Western NC (GROW NC) have announced an expanded investment in the WNC Thrive initiative.

Peter Hans President

Cristy Page named CEO at UNC Health; will also serve as dean at School of Medicine

Dr. Cristy Page has been appointed as the chief executive officer of UNC Health and will also serve as dean of the UNC School of Medicine and vice chancellor for medical affairs at the University of North Carolina at Chapel…

Steve Troxler, Commissioner

North Carolina urges vigilance after equine herpes outbreaks reported in other states

State veterinary officials in North Carolina are urging horse owners to monitor their animals for symptoms of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), a neurological disease linked to Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1).

Arthur HU, Senior Vice President and CIO

Merck launches supercomputer using Lenovo technology to advance research

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany has launched a new high-performance computer (HPC) built on Lenovo ThinkSystem servers and using advanced liquid cooling technology.

Josh Stein, Governor

Governor Stein meets with local law enforcement in Wilmington on public safety initiatives

Governor Josh Stein met with law enforcement officials from New Hanover and Brunswick Counties in Wilmington to discuss ways the state can better support their work in keeping communities safe.

Steve Troxler, Commissioner

Wayne County turkey farm reports first avian flu case since January

A turkey breeding facility in Wayne County, North Carolina, has confirmed a case of High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), according to the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Veterinary Diagnostic Lab in Raleigh.

Steve Troxler, Commissioner

N.C. Potato Association holds grower vote on renewal of funding for research and promotion

Commercial Irish potato growers in North Carolina are being asked to vote on whether to renew a statewide assessment program that funds research and promotional activities for the industry.

Matt Hicks, President and Chief Executive Officer

Red Hat launches Project Hummingbird to offer minimal container images with zero known vulnerabilities

Red Hat has announced the launch of Project Hummingbird, an early access program aimed at providing its subscription customers with a catalog of minimal, hardened container images.

Marvin R. Ellison Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

Lowe’s reports Q3 earnings with higher adjusted EPS after acquisitions

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2025, posting net earnings of $1.6 billion and diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.88.

Josh Stein, Governor

North Carolina leaders discuss progress on statewide medical debt relief program

Governor Josh Stein and Dr. Dev Sangvai, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, held a roundtable in Greenville to discuss medical debt relief efforts in the state.

D. Reid Wilson, Secretary at North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

NCDEQ renews wastewater discharge permit for former Alcoa site with added monitoring

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources (DWR) has renewed the wastewater discharge permit for Badin Business Park, formerly known as Alcoa Badin Works, in Stanly County.

De'Von Thomas and Marion Turner

Which North Wake County area high school graduates are scheduled for action on Saturday, Nov. 22?

These former North Wake County high school stars set for games on Saturday, Nov. 22.

Josh Stein, Governor

Vulcan Elements plans nearly $1 billion magnet factory with 1,000 jobs in Benson

Vulcan Elements Inc. has announced plans to invest $918.1 million in Benson, North Carolina, to expand its magnet production capacity and build what will become the largest magnet factory outside of China.

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