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N.C. Forest Service to begin tree seedling sales July 1
RALEIGH, N.C. – Beginning July 1, the North Carolina Forest Service is accepting tree seedling orders as part of its annual sale. Each year, the NCFS Nursery Program produces millions of quality seedlings for nearly 50 species of conifers, hardwoods and native understory plants, including eastern
Cooper mask enforcement rule confused businesses
by Emma Schambach, Carolina Journal News Service RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper’s executive order requiring face masks made North Carolina businesses responsible for enforcement. But they weren’t given directions about how to comply until the order had taken effect. Cooper on June 24 ordere
Chief Justice Beasley Issues Order Extending Several Existing Emergency Directives
RALEIGH, N.C. – Chief Justice Cheri Beasley has extended several existing emergency directives in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The directives continue to allow increased use of technology and seek to limit foot traffic in courthouses. “The extension of these emergency directives are absolutely
Lt. Governor Forest’s Statement on Filing Suit Against Gov. Roy Cooper’s Executive Orders
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Lt. Governor Dan Forest
Drivers Asked to Join #KeysFreeNC Movement to Curb Impaired Driving
RALEIGH, N.C. -- This week, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program and more than 500 law enforcement agencies will kick off the state’s annual 4th of July anti-drunk driving campaign, dubbed ‘Operation Firecracker’, with increased enforcement patrols. ‘Operation Firecrack
Governor Cooper Signs Nine Bills into Law
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bills into law on June 26, 2020: Senate Bill 811: Connect NC Park Facilities Operating Reserves Senate Bill 812: Agricultural Sciences Center Funds Senate Bill 814: NC Promise Tuition Plan Funds
Lt. Governor Forest files lawsuit against Cooper administration over COVID-19 response
300 RALEIGH, N.C. -- Lt. Governor Dan Forest released the following statement on June 25: "Today, I notified Governor Cooper that, as a member of the Council of State, I will be suing his administration for violating the Emergency Management Act. The Governor has repeatedly igno
State Treasurer Folwell Announces Nearly $2.3 Million in Savings For Supplemental Dental Policy Holders
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Recognizing the COVID-19 economic shutdown reduced access to routine and elective dental care, Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, has announced a premium reduction of about 50% for retirees receiving supplemental dental coverage through Pierce Insurance. Policy holders will enjoy nearl