Press Releases

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that New Line Cinemas film Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, starring Dwayne Johnson and Michael Caine will start production later this month in Wilmington.

RALEIGH— The North Carolina Departments of Commerce and Revenue have joined forces to increase support for small businesses across the state.  The initiative is being spearheaded by the Office of the Commissioner for Small Business.  The partnership will assist business owners in an eff

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Gov. Bev Perdue today announced Forbes magazine is ranking North Carolina as the 3^rd Best State for Business in America.  North Carolina improved from last year’s Forbes ranking of fifth.

Secretary Keith Crisco today announced two companies and five North Carolinians have received the Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development for 2010.  The awards honor individuals and businesses for outstanding accomplishments and contributions in helping North Carolina achie

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The North Carolina Energy Office has awarded $8 million in federal Recovery Act funds to 27 public and private agencies to promote the use of alternative fuels, make commercial and industrial buildings more energy efficient and provide for greater energy efficiency in transportation.

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Secretary Keith Crisco today announced that the N.C. Department of Commerce will sponsor a conference focused on North Carolina textile opportunities and developments in military and government-related markets both nationally and around the world.  The conference will be held Oct.