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Governor Stein Advocates for Western North Carolina’s Recovery in Washington, D.C.
NORTH CAROLINA, September 17 - Today Governor Josh Stein and local officials from Buncombe, Ashe, Haywood, Madison, and Rutherford counties traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with the Trump administration and members of Congress about North...
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Governor Stein Advocates for Western North Carolina’s Recovery in Washington, D.C.
Today Governor Josh Stein and local officials from Buncombe, Ashe, Haywood, Madison, and Rutherford counties traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with the Trump administration and members of Congress about North Carolina’s request for $13.5...
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Stanley Martin Homes to Acquire the Assets and Operations of Windsor Homes, Expanding Presence in North Carolina
RESTON, Virginia, Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stanley Martin Homes, LLC announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets and operations of Windsor Homes, a successful homebuilder headquartered in Greensboro, North...
DHS Announces Additional $64.2 Million to Support Helene Recovery in North Carolina in Addition to the $3 Billion Funded Since President Trump Took Office
Secretary Noem is delivering on President Trump’s promise to come to the aid of North Carolina WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem announced an additional $64.2 million for North Carolina Hurricane...
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North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors Names Anna Baird Choi as First Female Executive Director
Board’s Primary Legal Counsel for 20+ Years Steps Into Executive Director Leadership Role During 100th Anniversary Year RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The North Carolina Licensing Board for General...
Poems for Praise, Comfort, and Joy – Volume II is a Faithful Collection by Ronald Jirovec
A heartfelt journey of poetry that uplifts, challenges, and draws readers closer to God’s wisdom and hope. NORTH CAROLINA, NC, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kravitz and Sons is honored to be the publisher of Poems for...
Governor Stein Calls for Congressional Action on ACA Tax Credits to Keep Health Care Costs Down for Hundreds of Thousands of North Carolinians
NORTH CAROLINA, September 10 - Today Governor Stein called on Congress to extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA)’s enhanced premium tax credits beyond December 31, 2025, to protect North Carolinians from skyrocketing health care costs. Without...
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DHS Announces Millions in FEMA Grant Disbursements to Bolster North Carolina’s Recovery from Tropical Storm Helene
FEMA announces the disbursement of millions in reimbursements for vital infrastructure and community restoration projects in North Carolina Washington – Today, Secretary Noem announced the disbursement of critical Federal Emergency Management...
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Governor Stein Calls for Congressional Action on ACA Tax Credits to Keep Health Care Costs Down for Hundreds of Thousands of North Carolinians
Today Governor Stein called on Congress to extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA)’s enhanced premium tax credits beyond December 31, 2025, to protect North Carolinians from skyrocketing health care costs. Without congressional action, 157,000 North...
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North Carolina Honors 63 Drinking Water Treatment Plants With AWOP Awards
The Division of Water Resources has honored 63 water treatment plants for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards in 2024. The division’s Public Water Supply Section awarded the facilities the prestigious N.C. Area Wide Optimization...
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Operation Homefront Selects Two Military Families to Receive Mortgage-Free Meritage Homes in Colorado and North Carolina
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Our service members, along with their families, dedicate their lives to protecting the freedoms we enjoy daily. When their time in uniform ends, the transition to civilian life is not always...
Court Enters Consent Order Requiring North Carolina to Fix Inaccurate Voter List
The Justice Department announced today that a federal court has entered a consent order that remedies North Carolina’s failure to maintain an accurate voter list in violation of the Help America Vote Act (HAVA). The successful resolution of the...
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Stacey Davis of North Carolina Appointed VFAF National Ambassador said David Draper Veterans for America First
Stacey Davis joins VFAF as National Ambassador, bringing North Carolina leadership to advance education, veterans’ support, and America First values. WASHINGTON , NC, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- From the press room of...
DEQ announces $10 million Home Repair Weatherization Readiness Program in Western North Carolina
Today, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) State Energy Office (SEO) announced a $10 million Home Repair Weatherization Readiness Program to supplement North Carolina’s existing Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). The...
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Houzeo Brings Seamless Home Touring to North Carolina with the ‘Schedule Showing’ Feature
Houzeo makes home touring seamless—buyers can instantly schedule showings and focus on finding their dream home. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, September 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Houzeo, America’s best home buying app, is bringing new...
North Carolina Emergency Management Urges Residents To "Be Ready" During National Preparedness Month
Raleigh, N.C. National Preparedness Month is September and North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) has launched a month-long campaign to empower residents to take proactive steps to prepare for all-hazards. This September also marks the...
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Leaders from Nine States Receive High Honors from America’s Service Commissions
Awardees Honored from Arizona, Colorado, Louisiana, Maine, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma and Utah. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Eleven leaders from across the nation were recognized...
$221 million USDA Disaster Relief Block Grant for North Carolina announced
FLETCHER – Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler and USDA Deputy Secretary Stephen Vaden signed a $221 million federal block grant agreement today that targets aid to North Carolina farmers who sustained losses and damages from Hurricane Helene...
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WDH Announces Key Leadership Changes
September 17, 2025 The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), under the leadership of Governor Mark Gordon and WDH Director Stefan Johansson, has announced a series of important leadership appointments aimed at strengthening health services across...
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DEQ receives $61 Million in federal funding for Hurricane Helene recovery and resiliency
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has received $61,006,486 in supplemental federal funding from Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to support hazardous waste, recycling and solid waste management recovery in the aftermath...
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