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Unless significant changes and clarifications are made addressing our concerns that were clearly communicated by DHHS Secretary Aldona Wos, Governor Pat McCrory will veto the existing bill, HB 695, if it is passed by the House and Senate.
Unless significant changes and clarifications are made addressing our concerns that were clearly communicated by DHHS Secretary Aldona Wos, Governor Pat McCrory will veto the existing bill, HB 695, if it is passed by the House and Senate.
 
Contrary to recent media reports, North Carolina has taken out federal loans to operate its underfunded unemployment insurance system, and it is the state's obligation to see that $2.5 billion debt is repaid, said Dale Folwell, state assistant secretary of employment security.
Contrary to recent media reports, North Carolina has taken out federal loans to operate its underfunded unemployment insurance system, and it is the state's obligation to see that $2.5 billion debt is repaid, said Dale Folwell, state assistant secretary of employment security.
 
Governor Pat McCrory joined Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Secretary Aldona Wos and DHHS CIO Jo​e Cooper today to visit the NCTracks call center and command center.
Governor Pat McCrory joined Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Secretary Aldona Wos and DHHS CIO Jo​e Cooper today to visit the NCTracks call center and command center.
 
Democratic lawmakers and left-leaning activists are advancing a meritless argument that unemployment benefits are an economic stimulus, critics say.
Democratic lawmakers and left-leaning activists are advancing a meritless argument that unemployment benefits are an economic stimulus, critics say.
 
We should be dedicating ourselves to recapturing the state and federal tax dollars that are taken away Beaufort County residents by sourcing grants from outside our community to help fund local needs and by cutting the regulatory burdens placed on local businesses.
We should be dedicating ourselves to recapturing the state and federal tax dollars that are taken away Beaufort County residents by sourcing grants from outside our community to help fund local needs and by cutting the regulatory burdens placed on local businesses.
 
State Sen. Bob Rucho said a sweeping decision by a three-judge Superior Court panel handed him and state Rep. David Lewis "a complete and utter vindication" against accusations of racism and unconstitutional gerrymandering in a lawsuit over redrawn state voting maps.
State Sen. Bob Rucho said a sweeping decision by a three-judge Superior Court panel handed him and state Rep. David Lewis "a complete and utter vindication" against accusations of racism and unconstitutional gerrymandering in a lawsuit over redrawn state voting maps.
 
I have enclosed the 8:00am update for today. This storm is going to keep us guessing as to her track and impact location for at least another twenty-four to forty-eight hours.
I have enclosed the 8:00am update for today. This storm is going to keep us guessing as to her track and impact location for at least another twenty-four to forty-eight hours.
 
Gov. Pat McCrory sounded an optimistic note while discussing tax reform during a Monday press conference marking his first six months in office. McCrory, a Republican, discussed a number of issues during the session with reporters.
Gov. Pat McCrory sounded an optimistic note while discussing tax reform during a Monday press conference marking his first six months in office. McCrory, a Republican, discussed a number of issues during the session with reporters.
 
Like the Energizer Bunny, the Beaufort County Jail story just keeps going, and going.
Like the Energizer Bunny, the Beaufort County Jail story just keeps going, and going.
 
By a vote of 4 to 3, the Beaufort County Commissioners voted by resolution to support the United States Congress in its efforts in comprehensive immigration providing that our borders are secured first.
By a vote of 4 to 3, the Beaufort County Commissioners voted by resolution to support the United States Congress in its efforts in comprehensive immigration providing that our borders are secured first.
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed 23 bills today
 
If you're not sure what a Kabuki dance is you should have been at the July Beaufort County Commissioners meeting.
If you're not sure what a Kabuki dance is you should have been at the July Beaufort County Commissioners meeting.
 
Governor Pat McCrory requested a disaster declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today so storm victims in Stanly County and the adjacent counties of Anson, Cabarrus, Montgomery, Rowan, and Union may apply for financial assistance following severe weather on June 13, 2013.
Governor Pat McCrory requested a disaster declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today so storm victims in Stanly County and the adjacent counties of Anson, Cabarrus, Montgomery, Rowan, and Union may apply for financial assistance following severe weather on June 13, 2013.
 
If the old owners of the Weir plant and the new prospective buyers of that building were not in perfect agreement on the price at which the property should change hands, then it was their task, as private profit seeking parties, to negotiate until the difference could be reconciled.
If the old owners of the Weir plant and the new prospective buyers of that building were not in perfect agreement on the price at which the property should change hands, then it was their task, as private profit seeking parties, to negotiate until the difference could be reconciled.
 
the Washington City Council heard an appeal from the Rev. David Moore for more bailouts of a failed low income housing project he had previously secured a quarter-million dollars taxpayer funded grant that he too has not delivered on.
the Washington City Council heard an appeal from the Rev. David Moore for more bailouts of a failed low income housing project he had previously secured a quarter-million dollars taxpayer funded grant that he too has not delivered on.
 
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following At-Large appointments to the Governor's Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs today.
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following At-Large appointments to the Governor's Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs today.
 
Tax reform moved a step closer to the finish line Tuesday as the Republican-led state Senate gave its tentative approval to its modified plan by a 32-15 margin. While it's not clear whether Republican Gov. Pat McCrory backs the proposal, the GOP leader in the House says his...
Tax reform moved a step closer to the finish line Tuesday as the Republican-led state Senate gave its tentative approval to its modified plan by a 32-15 margin. While it's not clear whether Republican Gov. Pat McCrory backs the proposal, the GOP leader in the House says his...
 
This is the final week 70,000 jobless workers in North Carolina will receive a federal emergency unemployment compensation check. But Dale Folwell, the state official in charge of jobless benefits, says reports claiming that as many as 170,000 unemployed state residents might lose federal...
This is the final week 70,000 jobless workers in North Carolina will receive a federal emergency unemployment compensation check. But Dale Folwell, the state official in charge of jobless benefits, says reports claiming that as many as 170,000 unemployed state residents might lose federal...
 
At last night's Beaufort County Commissioner meeting, July 1, 2013, an early property revaluation was discussed. It still remains as to whether it will become a reality.
At last night's Beaufort County Commissioner meeting, July 1, 2013, an early property revaluation was discussed. It still remains as to whether it will become a reality.
 
Senate tax writers stepped closer Monday to reform proposals adopted by their House counterparts. The Senate Finance Committee's actions lifted hopes that a compromise could be pieced together before the General Assembly adjourns this summer.
Senate tax writers stepped closer Monday to reform proposals adopted by their House counterparts. The Senate Finance Committee's actions lifted hopes that a compromise could be pieced together before the General Assembly adjourns this summer.
 
The immediate news is not so good. A Flood Watch basically indicates conditions are at a point that flooding could begin with the next heavy shower that comes into Beaufort County.
The immediate news is not so good. A Flood Watch basically indicates conditions are at a point that flooding could begin with the next heavy shower that comes into Beaufort County.
 
The Beaufort County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a variety of issues in their General Meeting on Monday, July 1, 2013
The Beaufort County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a variety of issues in their General Meeting on Monday, July 1, 2013
 
As most of you know, funds have been approved to up-fit the public elevator in the courthouse. Realizing that the unavailability of the first and second floors of the courthouse will be a major issue for some of our citizens, I am asking for your cooperation to minimize the inconvenience.
As most of you know, funds have been approved to up-fit the public elevator in the courthouse. Realizing that the unavailability of the first and second floors of the courthouse will be a major issue for some of our citizens, I am asking for your cooperation to minimize the inconvenience.
 
Governor McCrory announced a new member of the administration today, who will serve as the senior advisor for federal and state initiatives.
Governor McCrory announced a new member of the administration today, who will serve as the senior advisor for federal and state initiatives.
 
At this upcoming Beaufort County Commissioners general meeting, Commissioner Stan Deatherage will ask them to be resolved to Support Comprehensive Immigration Reform with Securing the Borders First as its Essential Component.
At this upcoming Beaufort County Commissioners general meeting, Commissioner Stan Deatherage will ask them to be resolved to Support Comprehensive Immigration Reform with Securing the Borders First as its Essential Component.
 
There are two stories here. The first is that of why this board even exists. The second in how it operated to violate Mr. Cooksey's rights.
There are two stories here. The first is that of why this board even exists. The second in how it operated to violate Mr. Cooksey's rights.
 
The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following direct appointments today.
 
Weather at a glance for today and Saturday through Sunday: Hot (80 to 90 degrees); Humid (70% to 90%); Precipitation (Often); Amount (Varying 2 -3 inches).
Weather at a glance for today and Saturday through Sunday: Hot (80 to 90 degrees); Humid (70% to 90%); Precipitation (Often); Amount (Varying 2 -3 inches).
 
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement today after signing a continuing budget resolution late Wednesday afternoon.
Governor Pat McCrory released the following statement today after signing a continuing budget resolution late Wednesday afternoon.
 
The Beaufort County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a variety of issues in their General Meeting on Monday, June 3, 2013
The Beaufort County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a variety of issues in their General Meeting on Monday, June 3, 2013
 
Gov. Pat McCrory's administration is repackaging the way it performs economic development efforts, moving the function from the Department of...
Gov. Pat McCrory's administration is repackaging the way it performs economic development efforts, moving the function from the Department of...
 
Governor Pat McCrory has reappointed Ed Finley as chairman of the North Carolina Utilities Commission.
Governor Pat McCrory has reappointed Ed Finley as chairman of the North Carolina Utilities Commission.
 
Amid pushback from charter schools and concerns about violations of constitutional separation of powers, a Senate bill creating an independent public...
Amid pushback from charter schools and concerns about violations of constitutional separation of powers, a Senate bill creating an independent public...
 
Governor Pat McCrory signed 28 bills today.
 
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