Press Releases

N.C. Opportunity Zones to Bring More Investment for Economic Development

The North Carolina Department of Commerce is moving to take advantage of new federal legislation that holds the promise of bringing investment dollars for economic development into areas of the state where such capital is most needed.

Manufacturer of Retail Displays to Create 57 Jobs in Beaufort County

InterMarket Technology will bring corporate headquarters, manufacturing facility to Washington, NC

New Training to Enhance Workforce Services for Businesses

, N.C. — A new statewide partnership will bring accredited professional development to the North Carolina workforce system’s employer-facing staff to help them better serve businesses’ workforce needs.

Daniel Giddens Named Assistant Secretary of the Division of Workforce Solutions

North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Anthony M. Copeland appointed Daniel (Danny) Giddens to serve as the Commerce Department’s Assistant Secretary of the Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS). Since December, Giddens has served as Acting Assistant Secretary of the division. 

North Carolina's December County and Area Employment Figures Released

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Global Growth Celebrated as Governor Cooper Recognizes 5 North Carolina Exporters

The 2017 Governor’s Export Awards honor growth through international markets

North Carolina's December Employment Figures Released

Raleigh, N.C. — The state’s seasonally adjusted December unemployment rate was 4.5 percent, increasing 0.2 of a percentage point from November’s revised rate.  The national rate remained unchanged at 4.1 percent.

Secretary Copeland Announces New Effort to Recruit the Outdoor Industry

David Knight will lead outdoor industry recruitment efforts for North Carolina

North Carolina's November County and Area Employment Figures Released

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North Carolina's November Employment Figures Released

Raleigh, N.C. — The state’s seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate was 4.3 percent, increasing 0.2 of a percentage point from October’s revised rate.  The national rate remained unchanged at 4.1 percent.