Press Releases

Governor McCrory Announces Total Quality Logistics to Bring 70 Jobs to High Point

Ohio-based frieght brokerage firm to open third NC location

Governor McCrory Announces Textile Industry Innovator Will Bring 610 Jobs to Rutherford County

Taiwan's Everest Textile will invest nearly $19 Million

Commerce Issues 2017 Economic Development Tier Rankings

The North Carolina Department of Commerce released the county tier designations for 2017 today.  The designations, which are mandated by state law, play a role in several programs that assist in economic development.

North Carolina's October County and Area Employment Figures Released

igh, N.C. — Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 44 of North Carolina’s counties in October, decreased in 22, and remained unchanged in 34.

Snyder's-Lance to Add 100 Jobs in Mecklenburg County

Snack foods leader will invest $38 million in expanding two Charlotte sites

Elkamet Expansion Brings 25 Jobs to Henderson County

German manufacturer will invest $6.5 million at East Flat Rock facility

North Carolina's October Employment Figures Released

Raleigh, N.C. — The state’s seasonally adjusted October unemployment rate was 4.9 percent, increasing 0.2 of a percentage point from September’s revised rate.  The national rate decreased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.9 percent.

One North Carolina Small Business Grants Go to 29 Companies

Raleigh, N.C. - Governor Pat McCrory and Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla, III announced today that $1.7 million from the One North Carolina Small Business Program has been awarded to 29 small companies across 13 North Carolina communities.

North Carolina Tops Forbes List of Best States for Business

Raleigh, N.C. - For the second consecutive year, North Carolina is the nation’s No. 2 best state for business according to Forbes magazine. Forbes' annual “Best States for Business” list measures which states have the best business climates and are poised to succeed going forward.

Commerce Invests More in Apprenticeships through Federal Grant

More North Carolina students will learn about how to train for an industry and get an education, thanks to a major new investment by the state to increase awareness of apprenticeships.