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On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed a lower court decision that had allowed the American Civil Liberties Union to censor North Carolina’s “Choose Life” message, which the state legislature voted to make available on a specialty license plate.
On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed a lower court decision that had allowed the American Civil Liberties Union to censor North Carolina’s “Choose Life” message, which the state legislature voted to make available on a specialty license plate.
 
Community College President R. Scott Ralls and Catawba Valley Community College President Garret Hinshaw touted Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal in yesterday's Charlotte Observer.
Community College President R. Scott Ralls and Catawba Valley Community College President Garret Hinshaw touted Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal in yesterday's Charlotte Observer.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed two bills into law today to support veterans and military families through in-state tuition at University of North Carolina (UNC) system universities and North Carolina Community Colleges and by improving job opportunities for veterans by extending the time period...
Governor Pat McCrory signed two bills into law today to support veterans and military families through in-state tuition at University of North Carolina (UNC) system universities and North Carolina Community Colleges and by improving job opportunities for veterans by extending the time period...
 
On a steamy Tuesday afternoon in Raleigh, the NC House of Representatives voted 112-0 not to concur with the Senate's version of the 2015-2016 Budget (House Bill #97). Now, hard core negotiating begins.
On a steamy Tuesday afternoon in Raleigh, the NC House of Representatives voted 112-0 not to concur with the Senate's version of the 2015-2016 Budget (House Bill #97). Now, hard core negotiating begins.
 
Commissioner Hood Richardson has long found his political center at the heart of debate of just who pays for government and how much they will be accorded that responsibility.
Commissioner Hood Richardson has long found his political center at the heart of debate of just who pays for government and how much they will be accorded that responsibility.
 
The recently passed budget of Beaufort County's government has now formed into a budget ordinance, and we have the simple details for your perusal. I mean, it is 5 pages long rather than the 9 pages that comprise Beaufort County's budget for the 2015/2016 fiscal year.
The recently passed budget of Beaufort County's government has now formed into a budget ordinance, and we have the simple details for your perusal. I mean, it is 5 pages long rather than the 9 pages that comprise Beaufort County's budget for the 2015/2016 fiscal year.
 
Governor Pat McCrory joined 300 MetLife employees, government officials, community stakeholders and business executives today at the MetLife Global Technology and Operations Center ribbon cutting ceremony.
Governor Pat McCrory joined 300 MetLife employees, government officials, community stakeholders and business executives today at the MetLife Global Technology and Operations Center ribbon cutting ceremony.
 
A bill that would allow the state to gather more detailed information on why teachers leave the state and the profession - a topic that has become a political football for both parties - is in conference committee as lawmakers attempt to resolve differences in the House and Senate versions.
A bill that would allow the state to gather more detailed information on why teachers leave the state and the profession - a topic that has become a political football for both parties - is in conference committee as lawmakers attempt to resolve differences in the House and Senate versions.
 
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments to the North Carolina State University Board of Trustees.
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments to the North Carolina State University Board of Trustees.
 
Senate leaders' $21.63 billion General Fund budget proposal includes major policy initiatives related to Medicaid, removing responsibility for Medicaid from the state Department of Health and Human Services while creating a Cabinet-level Health Benefits Authority to administer the $14 billion govern
Senate leaders' $21.63 billion General Fund budget proposal includes major policy initiatives related to Medicaid, removing responsibility for Medicaid from the state Department of Health and Human Services while creating a Cabinet-level Health Benefits Authority to administer the $14 billion govern
 
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement recognizing the 150th anniversary of the "Juneteenth" holiday, which marks the end of slavery in the United States.
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement recognizing the 150th anniversary of the "Juneteenth" holiday, which marks the end of slavery in the United States.
 
Just your local Emergency Management Office wanting to alert you to the National Weather Service Heat Advisory issued today.
Just your local Emergency Management Office wanting to alert you to the National Weather Service Heat Advisory issued today.
 
Governor McCrory announced the creation of the North Carolina Food Manufacturing Task Force today.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has signed the following bills into law.
 
The City of Greensboro has joined a growing number of cities and towns expressing official support for placing Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal on the ballot.
The City of Greensboro has joined a growing number of cities and towns expressing official support for placing Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal on the ballot.
 
Senate leaders on Monday began rolling out their proposed $21.47 billion General Fund budget that has some stark differences from the spending plan put forth by their House counterparts.
Senate leaders on Monday began rolling out their proposed $21.47 billion General Fund budget that has some stark differences from the spending plan put forth by their House counterparts.
 
State senators expressed strikingly differing opinions on whether government should start regulating transportation network companies such as Uber and Lyft.
State senators expressed strikingly differing opinions on whether government should start regulating transportation network companies such as Uber and Lyft.
 
The N.C. Chamber is resurrecting an idea to pay for roads that eventually could confront concerns over the growing gap between increasing highway use and dwindling fuel tax revenues.
The N.C. Chamber is resurrecting an idea to pay for roads that eventually could confront concerns over the growing gap between increasing highway use and dwindling fuel tax revenues.
 
Please click on the link to access the agenda for the June 22, 2015 City Council meeting.
Please click on the link to access the agenda for the June 22, 2015 City Council meeting.
 
Governor Pat McCrory has appointed two District Court judges.
 
The move by the Federal Communications Commission to trump state laws placing restrictions on cities that want to provide broadband service has raised awareness of high-speed Internet service in society, the head of a national telecommunications association said Tuesday.
The move by the Federal Communications Commission to trump state laws placing restrictions on cities that want to provide broadband service has raised awareness of high-speed Internet service in society, the head of a national telecommunications association said Tuesday.
 
On Monday night, June 15, 2015, at 6:00 pm, the Beaufort County Commissioners will meet to decide the economic fate of Beaufort County Taxpayers.
On Monday night, June 15, 2015, at 6:00 pm, the Beaufort County Commissioners will meet to decide the economic fate of Beaufort County Taxpayers.
 
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that North Carolina has begun implementing a testing phase for on-line renewal of driver licenses.
Governor Pat McCrory announced today that North Carolina has begun implementing a testing phase for on-line renewal of driver licenses.
 
Governor Pat McCrory visited Fayetteville State University today to talk about Connect NC projects proposed for the school and the region.
Governor Pat McCrory visited Fayetteville State University today to talk about Connect NC projects proposed for the school and the region.
 
Alcoa Power Generating Inc. scored a victory in federal court May 6 when U.S. District Judge Terrence Boyle ruled that the state of North Carolina failed to prove that a 45-mile segment of the Yadkin River where Alcoa operates four hydroelectric dams was navigable for commerce in 1789.
Alcoa Power Generating Inc. scored a victory in federal court May 6 when U.S. District Judge Terrence Boyle ruled that the state of North Carolina failed to prove that a 45-mile segment of the Yadkin River where Alcoa operates four hydroelectric dams was navigable for commerce in 1789.
 
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement on recent legislation.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed official pardons of innocence for Henry McCollum and Leon Brown today. The governor announced his decision to pardon the brothers yesterday after a thorough and comprehensive review by the Office of Executive Clemency, the governor's legal team and the Clemency Committee.
Governor Pat McCrory signed official pardons of innocence for Henry McCollum and Leon Brown today. The governor announced his decision to pardon the brothers yesterday after a thorough and comprehensive review by the Office of Executive Clemency, the governor's legal team and the Clemency Committee.
 
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement on the passing of former Lumbee Tribal Chairman Jimmy Goins.
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement on the passing of former Lumbee Tribal Chairman Jimmy Goins.
 
Governor McCrory attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the final segment of I-485 today in Charlotte.
Governor McCrory attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the final segment of I-485 today in Charlotte.
 
Momentum for Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal continues to build as counties across the state express official support for the initiative. Currituck, Cabarrus, Dare and Sampson Counties have all passed resolutions expressing support for placing the Connect NC bonds on the ballot in...
Momentum for Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal continues to build as counties across the state express official support for the initiative. Currituck, Cabarrus, Dare and Sampson Counties have all passed resolutions expressing support for placing the Connect NC bonds on the ballot in...
 
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after reviewing pardon applications from Henry McCollum and Leon Brown.
Governor Pat McCrory issued the following statement after reviewing pardon applications from Henry McCollum and Leon Brown.
 
Governor Pat McCrory visited the State Highway Patrol Training Academy today to discuss Connect NC projects proposed for the State Highway Patrol.
Governor Pat McCrory visited the State Highway Patrol Training Academy today to discuss Connect NC projects proposed for the State Highway Patrol.
 
Cities across North Carolina are officially expressing support for placing Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal on the ballot in November. The City of Morganton, the Town of Kernersville and Elizabeth City have all passed resolutions in support of the Connect NC bond package.
Cities across North Carolina are officially expressing support for placing Governor Pat McCrory's Connect NC bond proposal on the ballot in November. The City of Morganton, the Town of Kernersville and Elizabeth City have all passed resolutions in support of the Connect NC bond package.
 
Governor Pat McCrory visited North Carolina A&T State University today to discuss Connect NC bond projects planned for the school and to tour the NC A&T College of Engineering. The Governor, Transportation Secretary Tony Tata, Budget Director Lee Roberts, and Education Advisor Eric Guckian joined...
Governor Pat McCrory visited North Carolina A&T State University today to discuss Connect NC bond projects planned for the school and to tour the NC A&T College of Engineering. The Governor, Transportation Secretary Tony Tata, Budget Director Lee Roberts, and Education Advisor Eric Guckian joined...
 
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