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Governor Cooper Announces North Carolina Reaches Electric Vehicle Registration Goals Two Years Early
In a significant development today, Governor Roy Cooper declared that North Carolina has exceeded its initial electric vehicle registration targets ahead of schedule, underscoring a notable shift for American drivers and emphasizing the urgent need to enhance access to electric charging infrastructure in the state.Back in 2018, Governor Cooper issued Executive Order 80, directing state agencies to assess their operations and establish ambitious objectives to reduce emissions, including boosting the number of zero-emission vehicles registered in North Carolina. The initial...
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Governor Cooper Appoints Grier Martin New Secretary for Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the appointment of Grier Martin as the new Secretary for the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, succeeding Lt. Gen. Walter E. Gaskin. The change in leadership is set to take place on April 1, 2024.In a statement, Governor Cooper expressed gratitude for Secretary Gaskin's service, stating, "Secretary Walter Gaskin has served North Carolina with distinction and we have leaned upon his remarkable military experience to strengthen our support networks and services for veterans and their families. I am grateful for his...
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Polish Manufacturer to Establish First U.S. Attic Stair Assembly Plant in Pasquotank County
LMFakro, a manufacturer of attic ladders, will create 23 new jobs to establish its first U.S. assembly plant for attic ladders in Pasquotank County, Governor Cooper announced today.“North Carolina’s robust transportation infrastructure, strong workforce of manufacturing professionals, and nationally recognized business-friendly environment makes it the perfect place for distribution companies like LMFakro to call home. This is great news for Pasquotank County and all of northeastern North Carolina,” said Governor Cooper.Started in 2023, LMFakro is a subsidiary of the...
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Governor Cooper Announces Superior Court and District Attorney Appointments
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the appointment of Jason Ramey as Superior Court Judge in Judicial District 22 and Katy L. Gregg as District Attorney in Prosecutorial District 22, serving Rockingham and Caswell counties.In a statement, Governor Cooper expressed his gratitude for the appointees' dedication to North Carolina, saying, "Both Jason Ramey and Katy Gregg bring extensive legal experience to their new positions and have served North Carolina well over the years. I am thankful for their willingness to step up and continue serving their communities and our state...
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The Case Against School Vouchers on Steroids: Governor Cooper Outlines Threats Extreme GOP Plan Poses to Public Schools and Students Across North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper has spoken out against the extreme Republican voucher plan in North Carolina, outlining the threats it poses to public schools and students in the state. In a new video release, Governor Cooper expressed his concerns about the plan, stating, “The more parents learn about this irresponsible voucher plan, the more they’re concerned for the risks it poses to their children, our communities and our state.”The Republican legislators' plan involves diverting $4 billion of taxpayer money over the next decade to fund private schools, which raises alarms for...
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Governor Cooper Announces Defense Industry Equipment Firm Will Create 95 Jobs in Macon County Expansion
Governor Roy Cooper announced today that Duotech Services, LLC, an engineering company specializing in the repair and maintenance of legacy defense equipment, will be expanding its operations in Macon County, creating 95 new jobs. In a statement, Governor Cooper emphasized the significance of Duotech's growth, stating, “Duotech’s growth is another reason why North Carolina is the most military-friendly state in the country.”Duotech Services LLC, established in 1982, has been continuously operating in Franklin since 1986. Co-founder Dan Rogers identified a market need for...
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Governor Cooper Tours Hall Fletcher Elementary School, Highlights How Strong Public Schools Make Strong Communities
Governor Roy Cooper visited Hall Fletcher Elementary School as part of “The Year of Public Schools” education tour, where he emphasized the importance of fully funding K-12 education and investing in early childhood education and teacher pay. Cooper expressed his concerns regarding the current state spending on vouchers for private schools, urging for a focus on strengthening public education first.“Our public schools are going above and beyond to prepare North Carolina's students for a competitive future, but they are losing crucial funding and being forced to do more...
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From Old North News
North Carolina Senate Republicans say church capacity rules show bias
North Carolina Senate Republicans alleged there is an unfair bias in Gov. Roy Cooper's executive order restricting the size of worship services.
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Anti-abortion group says governor should close Planned Parenthood centers for lack of PPE, social distancing
The group says that clinics are not practicing appropriate distancing procedures, among other conerns.
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Gov. Cooper signs order delaying utility shutoff, associated late fees
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed an order in March blocking utility companies from shutting off power because customers they fell too far behind on paying their bills.