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We have more good news as it relates to Major Hurricane Joaquin as the track has moved further east and Beaufort County is no longer in the Cone of Uncertainty.
We have more good news as it relates to Major Hurricane Joaquin as the track has moved further east and Beaufort County is no longer in the Cone of Uncertainty.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has ordered state agencies to prepare for possible flooding ahead of a variety of weather systems, including Hurricane Joaquin, and is urging all North Carolinians to do the same.
Governor Pat McCrory has ordered state agencies to prepare for possible flooding ahead of a variety of weather systems, including Hurricane Joaquin, and is urging all North Carolinians to do the same.
 
You know when you hear from me three times in one day on Weather related issue then tighten down your seat belts it is going to be an entertaining ride!
You know when you hear from me three times in one day on Weather related issue then tighten down your seat belts it is going to be an entertaining ride!
 
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for Beaufort County as follows:
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for Beaufort County as follows:
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed the NC Competes Jobs Plan today, a key component of his comprehensive strategy to build and strengthen North Carolina's economy by putting more people back to work.
Governor Pat McCrory signed the NC Competes Jobs Plan today, a key component of his comprehensive strategy to build and strengthen North Carolina's economy by putting more people back to work.
 
Two rural hospitals could be reopened under state legislation that includes the first substantive reform of North Carolina's certificate of need regulation.
Two rural hospitals could be reopened under state legislation that includes the first substantive reform of North Carolina's certificate of need regulation.
 
After several major revisions, Medicaid reform that had delayed budget approvals during recent years passed the General Assembly on Tuesday. Gov. Pat McCrory on Wednesday signed the measure.
After several major revisions, Medicaid reform that had delayed budget approvals during recent years passed the General Assembly on Tuesday. Gov. Pat McCrory on Wednesday signed the measure.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has signed the following bills into law.
 
Additional funding allocated in the state's two-year budget for the North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship Program could more than double the number of students taking advantage of vouchers to attend private schools by the 2016-17 school year.
Additional funding allocated in the state's two-year budget for the North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship Program could more than double the number of students taking advantage of vouchers to attend private schools by the 2016-17 school year.
 
Just trying to keep you “Weather Aware”.
 
Washington City Council Meeting Agenda for September 28, 2015
 
Lawmakers created "a pretty good fix" to a growing concern that school districts were bypassing the intent of a state law granting educational vouchers to disabled students to attend private schools, said House Budget Committee Vice Chairman Rep. Rob Bryan.
Lawmakers created "a pretty good fix" to a growing concern that school districts were bypassing the intent of a state law granting educational vouchers to disabled students to attend private schools, said House Budget Committee Vice Chairman Rep. Rob Bryan.
 
In each county in North Carolina, the sheriff and board of county commissioners share responsibility for the jail.
In each county in North Carolina, the sheriff and board of county commissioners share responsibility for the jail.
 
Governor Pat McCrory hosted active duty, reserve and guard members' and their families at the Governor's Western Residence on Saturday to celebrate Military Family Appreciation Day. The event included lunch, live music performances, professional family photos and various activities for kids.
Governor Pat McCrory hosted active duty, reserve and guard members' and their families at the Governor's Western Residence on Saturday to celebrate Military Family Appreciation Day. The event included lunch, live music performances, professional family photos and various activities for kids.
 
The federal government's lawsuit against North Carolina election laws could have "extraordinary ramifications for the United States," an election law expert told a Tuesday meeting of the Campbell Law School Federalist Society.
The federal government's lawsuit against North Carolina election laws could have "extraordinary ramifications for the United States," an election law expert told a Tuesday meeting of the Campbell Law School Federalist Society.
 
Governor McCrory participated in a groundbreaking ceremony today for High Point University's School of Health Sciences and School of Pharmacy.
Governor McCrory participated in a groundbreaking ceremony today for High Point University's School of Health Sciences and School of Pharmacy.
 
A new round of tax cuts in the $21.735 billion state budget for 2015-16 may prevent the state from lowering the corporate income tax rate to 3 percent in 2017 because tax collections are projected to be $74.7 million lower than a revenue target set two years ago.
A new round of tax cuts in the $21.735 billion state budget for 2015-16 may prevent the state from lowering the corporate income tax rate to 3 percent in 2017 because tax collections are projected to be $74.7 million lower than a revenue target set two years ago.
 
Governor Pat McCrory said learning about art is critical to developing the critical thinking skills that will help students compete in the marketplace as well as enhancing their next visit to a museum or gallery.
Governor Pat McCrory said learning about art is critical to developing the critical thinking skills that will help students compete in the marketplace as well as enhancing their next visit to a museum or gallery.
 
State taxpayers will pay $400 million less over the next two years if lawmakers pass a $21.735 billion state budget deal announced Monday by legislative leaders. The 2016-17 state budget also expands the sales tax base to include more repair and service work to help offset the tax rate reductions.
State taxpayers will pay $400 million less over the next two years if lawmakers pass a $21.735 billion state budget deal announced Monday by legislative leaders. The 2016-17 state budget also expands the sales tax base to include more repair and service work to help offset the tax rate reductions.
 
An environmental group lauding North Carolina for ranking No. 4 nationally in solar energy capacity agrees with foes of renewable energy mandates — the state's purported boom in clean energy mostly results from the government forcing utilities to purchase the higher-cost energy, along with...
An environmental group lauding North Carolina for ranking No. 4 nationally in solar energy capacity agrees with foes of renewable energy mandates — the state's purported boom in clean energy mostly results from the government forcing utilities to purchase the higher-cost energy, along with...
 
Governor and First Lady McCrory are hosting an Adopt a Pet event on Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held on the front lawn of the Executive Mansion which is located at 200 North Blount Street, Raleigh, N.C.
Governor and First Lady McCrory are hosting an Adopt a Pet event on Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held on the front lawn of the Executive Mansion which is located at 200 North Blount Street, Raleigh, N.C.
 
Former Florida Gov. and Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush on Wednesday outlined his economic plan, a proposal he said would lift the economy out of the post-recession "new normal" and "lift up everybody."
Former Florida Gov. and Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush on Wednesday outlined his economic plan, a proposal he said would lift the economy out of the post-recession "new normal" and "lift up everybody."
 
During a ceremony at the State Capitol, Military Affairs Advisor Cornell Wilson presented a proclamation on behalf of Governor Pat McCrory proclaiming September 12, 2015 as Tunnel to Towers Day in North Carolina. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation seeks to support first responders and veterans and...
During a ceremony at the State Capitol, Military Affairs Advisor Cornell Wilson presented a proclamation on behalf of Governor Pat McCrory proclaiming September 12, 2015 as Tunnel to Towers Day in North Carolina. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation seeks to support first responders and veterans and...
 
Beaufort County Commissioners Meet Thursday, September 9, 2015
 
Governor Pat McCrory congratulated Michael Sprayberry on his appointment to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) National Advisory Council (NAC). Sprayberry is the Emergency Management Director for the N.C. Department of Public Safety.
Governor Pat McCrory congratulated Michael Sprayberry on his appointment to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) National Advisory Council (NAC). Sprayberry is the Emergency Management Director for the N.C. Department of Public Safety.
 
Please click on the link to access the agenda for the September 14, 2015 City Council meeting.
Please click on the link to access the agenda for the September 14, 2015 City Council meeting.
 
Reversing eight years of state policy, the McCrory administration is restoring requirements that able-bodied adults without dependent children must work to continue receiving food stamps in North Carolina.
Reversing eight years of state policy, the McCrory administration is restoring requirements that able-bodied adults without dependent children must work to continue receiving food stamps in North Carolina.
 
Gov. Pat McCrory has signed a bill into law establishing state regulation for transportation network companies, such as Uber and Lyft.
Gov. Pat McCrory has signed a bill into law establishing state regulation for transportation network companies, such as Uber and Lyft.
 
Governor Pat McCrory congratulated the state's teachers for helping achieve one of the highest high school graduation rates in North Carolina's history. For the 2014-15 school year, the high school graduation rate was 85.4 percent, a 17 point improvement from the 2005-06 academic year.
Governor Pat McCrory congratulated the state's teachers for helping achieve one of the highest high school graduation rates in North Carolina's history. For the 2014-15 school year, the high school graduation rate was 85.4 percent, a 17 point improvement from the 2005-06 academic year.
 
The Executive Mansion lit up orange Thursday evening during a lighting ceremony to support Hunger Action Month in North Carolina. N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Rick Brajer hosted the event on behalf of Governor Pat McCrory and First Lady Ann McCrory. N.C. Department of...
The Executive Mansion lit up orange Thursday evening during a lighting ceremony to support Hunger Action Month in North Carolina. N.C. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Rick Brajer hosted the event on behalf of Governor Pat McCrory and First Lady Ann McCrory. N.C. Department of...
 
Governor McCrory issued the following statement after learning that a U.S. Marine died during a training exercise at Camp Lejeune.
Governor McCrory issued the following statement after learning that a U.S. Marine died during a training exercise at Camp Lejeune.
 
North Carolina consumers in less populated areas will receive quicker broadband service thanks, in part, to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Connect America Fund (CAF) and participation from four broadband service provider partners.
North Carolina consumers in less populated areas will receive quicker broadband service thanks, in part, to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Connect America Fund (CAF) and participation from four broadband service provider partners.
 
Despite initial concerns by the U.S. Navy that a massive wind farm near Elizabeth City will disrupt a sophisticated radar station located near the Virginia-North Carolina border, the $400 million project will proceed, and the Navy will have no recourse even if radar performance is disrupted.
Despite initial concerns by the U.S. Navy that a massive wind farm near Elizabeth City will disrupt a sophisticated radar station located near the Virginia-North Carolina border, the $400 million project will proceed, and the Navy will have no recourse even if radar performance is disrupted.
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today the Walmart Foundation has donated $1 million to a public-private partnership designed to help newly separated veterans transition into civilian life in North Carolina. The Pew Research Center reports that during the past 10 years, 44 percent of veterans have...
Governor Pat McCrory announced today the Walmart Foundation has donated $1 million to a public-private partnership designed to help newly separated veterans transition into civilian life in North Carolina. The Pew Research Center reports that during the past 10 years, 44 percent of veterans have...
 
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