Press Releases

Edenton, Tarboro Named Official Retirement Communities

IGH, NC — The North Carolina Department of Commerce announced today that Tarboro and Edenton have been designated Certified Retirement Communities.

Governor McCrory Launches Major Workforce Development Initiative

“NCWorks to focus on one goal – connecting North Carolina jobs with North Carolina people.” – Gov. McCrory

Winners Selected in Brand North Carolina Project

Ideas Will Support Development Efforts for New Statewide Brand

Commerce Promotes Exporting for Small Businesses in Western North Carolina

International Trade Division partners with the Appalachian Regional Commission

GKN Driveline to Create 228 Jobs in Catawba County

Automotive parts manufacturer to invest $113 million for expansion

Plastics Manufacturer to Expand in Henderson County

, NC - Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Elkamet Inc.

N.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority Board Approves Second Round of Grants

N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker and Assistant Secretary for Rural Development Dr. Pat Mitchell announced today that the N.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) approved 18 grants totaling more than $8.1 million.

Surface Application Manufacturer to Create 30 Jobs in McDowell County

igh, NC -  Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that XO.STEEL, LLC is locating its North Carolina manufacturing operations in McDowell County.  The company plans to create 30 new jobs and invest $350,000 over the next three years in Old Fort.

Help Us Brand North Carolina

Help us brand North Carolina. The N.C. Department of Commerce invites North Carolinians to share ideas and creative expressions demonstrating what North Carolina means to them as the department develops a new brand for marketing the state.

Shopping Bag Manufacturer Coming to Rutherford County

Governor Pat McCrory and N.C.