State Superintendent Green Announces Statewide Strategic Plan Tour RALEIGH, N.C. – State Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green will embark on a comprehensive statewide tour this fall to present his strategic plan for North Carolina’s education system, the Department of Public Instruction announced today. The strategic plan regional tour, developed in collaboration with the State Board of…… read more »
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State Superintendent Launches Statewide Strategic Plan Regional Tour
North Carolina Celebrates 988 Day as ASL Crisis Services Mark Two-Year Milestone
State Recognizes National 988 Day While Highlighting Accessibility Improvements for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is celebrating national 988 Day while commemorating the second anniversary of American Sign Language (ASL) services becoming available through the national 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The…… read more »
North Carolina DOT Launches Fall Litter Sweep Campaign to Clean State Roadsides
RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Department of Transportation is mobilizing volunteers across the state for its annual Fall Litter Sweep, a two-week campaign running from September 13-27 aimed at removing debris from roadsides statewide. The initiative invites individuals, community groups, and businesses to participate in cleaning efforts that organizers say make a measurable impact…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Public Archive of Nearly 5 Million Juul Internal Documents
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina has launched a comprehensive public archive containing nearly 5 million internal Juul Labs documents, providing unprecedented insight into the marketing strategies and business practices that contributed to widespread youth vaping addiction. The Juul Labs Document Repository, developed through a partnership between the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services,…… read more »
North Carolina Moves to Honor 23 Overlooked Fallen State Troopers with Bridge Dedications
RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Department of Transportation is nearing completion of a comprehensive effort to ensure that 23 state troopers killed in the line of duty receive the bridge naming honors they were never awarded, with all dedications expected to be completed by the end of 2025. The initiative, launched in partnership with…… read more »
$1.1 Billion Powerball Drawing Set for Tonight as Labor Day Holiday Continues
RALEIGH – North Carolinians are holding their breath as tonight’s Powerball drawing approaches, with a staggering $1.1 billion jackpot on the line that could transform someone’s Labor Day weekend into an unforgettable celebration. The massive prize represents the fifth-largest jackpot in Powerball history. Winners who claim the top prize can choose between the full $1.1…… read more »
NCDOT Launches Labor Day Safety Campaign as Hurricane Recovery Continues
RALEIGH, NC – The North Carolina Department of Transportation this week launched its annual Labor Day safety initiative while completing recovery efforts from Hurricane Erin and announcing new transportation infrastructure developments across the state. Enhanced DUI Enforcement for Labor Day Weekend NCDOT has activated its “Booze It & Lose It” campaign, running through September 7,…… read more »
North Carolina Completes First Home Repair Under Hurricane Helene Recovery Program
RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina has achieved a significant milestone in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, completing repairs to the first home approved for assistance through the Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program (SFHP). The completion marks North Carolina as the first state affected by Hurricane Helene to begin its home renovation and reconstruction program. Historic Recovery…… read more »
Surry County Elections Chair Resigns Following State Auditor’s Demand
RALEIGH, NC — James Yokeley resigned as Chair of the Surry County Board of Elections on Thursday morning, just hours after State Auditor Dave Boliek publicly demanded his immediate resignation following Yokeley’s recent arrest and ongoing investigation. Yokeley submitted his resignation at approximately 11:44 AM, bringing a swift conclusion to a controversy that Boliek had…… read more »
NCDHHS to Host Employment Resource Fair for North Carolinians with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Project Spark Event Aims to Connect Individuals with Job Opportunities and Support Services RALEIGH — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will host “Ignite Your Future: A Project Spark Event” on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, designed to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) access employment opportunities and transition to competitive…… read more »
