Press Releases

Milestone marks latest progress towards an integrated workforce development system

Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed October 3-7, 2016 as North Carolina Manufacturing Week. The proclamation salutes one of the state’s most powerful economic engines.

IGH — Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 68 of North Carolina’s counties in August, decreased in 14, and remained unchanged in 18.

Company will invest nearly $83.5 million in Catawba and Forsyth counties
Life sciences company will invest $20.4 million
U.K.-based clinical services provider will invest $5.2 million

IGH —The state’s seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate was 4.6 percent, decreasing 0.1 of a percentage point from July’s revised rate.  The national rate remained unchanged at 4.9 percent.

Appalachian Regional Commission Enhances Internet Access for Businesses, Students and Visitors
Appalachian Regional Commission Funds Career Pathways for Automotive and Aerospace
Textile producer will invest $9.8 million at Burlington facility