RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced significant milestones in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts this week, while simultaneously launching new public transit services and safety campaigns across the state. Hurricane Helene Recovery Reaches 98% Completion Nearly one year after Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, NCDOT officials report that 98% of closed…… read more »
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NCDOT Reports Major Hurricane Helene Recovery Progress as New Transit and Safety Initiatives Launch
North Carolina Educators Group Demands Action on Overdue State Budget
State employees have received no pay increases as lawmakers remain deadlocked more than two months past deadline RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Association of Educators is pressing state legislators to resolve their ongoing budget dispute and pass a comprehensive state budget that has been stalled for more than two months beyond its July 1…… read more »
North Carolina Launches Statewide Child Passenger Safety Campaign to Combat Improper Car Seat Installation
RALEIGH, N.C. — State officials launched a comprehensive child passenger safety campaign Monday, targeting a critical problem that affects eight out of 10 families: improperly installed or used car seats. The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, in partnership with the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal and Safe Kids NC, kicked off the…… read more »
North Carolina Invites Young Artists to Take Flight in 2026 Aviation Art Contest
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation has launched its annual call for submissions to the 2026 North Carolina Aviation Art Contest, inviting student artists statewide to explore the intersection of creativity and flight. The competition, which has become a celebrated tradition for young artists across North Carolina, challenges participants…… read more »
“Spirits of Wake Forest” Ghost Walk Returns for Haunting 2025 Season
Popular Downtown Ghost Tour Offers Spine-Tingling Entertainment Through October WAKE FOREST, N.C. – The beloved “Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walk is returning for another haunting season, offering residents and visitors a chance to explore the supernatural side of Historic Downtown Wake Forest. The popular walking tour will run from September 25 through October 30,…… read more »
NC By Train Launches Special Game Day Service for Carolina Panthers Home Games
RALEIGH, N.C. — Football fans across North Carolina now have a convenient and eco-friendly way to reach Carolina Panthers home games, thanks to adjusted train schedules announced by NC By Train. The state’s passenger rail service has modified its timetable to accommodate seven Panthers home games during the 2025 season, offering fans an alternative to…… read more »
NC Health Secretary Visits Western Counties for Hurricane Helene Recovery Assessment
Cabinet Leader Joins Governor’s Day of Service One Year After Devastating Storm RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai traveled to western North Carolina this week as part of a coordinated Cabinet effort to assess Hurricane Helene recovery progress and demonstrate continued state commitment to rebuilding efforts one year after…… read more »
Wake County Historical Society to Host Discussion on New NC National Guard Museum
RALEIGH, N.C. — The Wake County Historical Society will present a special educational program on Monday, September 15, examining the ongoing development of North Carolina’s first dedicated National Guard museum. The event, titled “Service, Sacrifice, and Heritage: Creating the NC National Guard Museum,” will feature Staff Sergeant Gary C. Spencer discussing the ambitious project to…… read more »
North Carolina Tackles Critical Caregiving Workforce Shortage with Strategic Initiatives
State Leaders Celebrate Progress, Outline Future Plans to Address Healthcare Worker Crisis RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina officials announced significant progress in addressing the state’s caregiving workforce shortage during a Thursday meeting of the NC Caregiving Workforce Strategic Leadership Council, while acknowledging that critical shortages continue to threaten healthcare delivery across the state. The council,…… read more »
State Superintendent Launches Statewide Strategic Plan Regional Tour
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 »
