Press Releases

Gov. Perdue Announces 63 Students Selected for Summer Internship with State Agencies

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that 63 North Carolina college, graduate and law students have been selected for summer internships with state agencies. Now in its 41st year, the N.C.

Technimark to Add 30 Jobs in Randolph County


Gov. Perdue Announces 150 jobs with AptarGroup

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Chief Executive Magazine Ranks North Carolina No. 2 Best State for Business

For the second consecutive year, North Carolina was ranked No. 2 on Chief Executive Magazine’s list of best states for business.

The Roberts Company to Add 29 Jobs in Pitt County

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that The Roberts Company, a provider of design, fabrication and installation services for the chemical, power, mining and pulp and paper industries, will expand with a new facility in Pitt County.

Janesville Acoustics to Add 40 Jobs in McDowell County

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced today that Janesville Acoustics, a leading supplier of acoustical and molded fiber products for the automotive industry, will expand their manufacturing facility in McDowell County.

DuBose Strapping to Add 34 Jobs in Sampson County

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that DuBose Strapping, Inc., a manufacturer of steel and plastic strapping for packaging applications, will expand its production facility in Sampson County. The company plans to create 34 jobs and invest $10.5 million during the next three years in Clinton.

Governor Proclaims May as Workforce Development Professionals Month

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Green Business Fund Awards $4.6 Million for Renewables and Energy Efficiency Projects

Secretary Keith Crisco today announced that 16 North Carolina small businesses and organizations will receive awards from the North Carolina Green Business Fund, totaling $4,580,686.45.  These projects will result in a total of approximately 35 jobs being created or retained.

Gov. Perdue Launches Innovative Small Business Award

Today, Gov. Bev Perdue announced plans to honor communities across the state for the creative, innovative ways they help small businesses bring jobs to North Carolina.