Governor Josh Stein announced the appointment of William “Bill” Jones to the District Court for Judicial District 43, serving Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Jackson, Macon, and Swain Counties. Jones is filling the vacancy created after Judge Roy Wijewickrama was appointed to the Superior Court in November 2024.
Washington, D.C. — Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) introduced the Health Sharing Ministry Tax Parity Act, which would allow families to deduct the cost of a health sharing ministry membership from their annual tax bill.
Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt encouraged eligible educators in North Carolina to apply for the 2025 National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) STEM Scholarship Program. Every year, the NLGA awards a scholarship to 12 schools across the country for STEM-related classroom projects.
RALEIGH — The minimum wage in North Carolina is $7.25 an hour — no different than the federal minimum. Other jurisdictions have set higher wage floors, by legislation or referendum. In the District of Columbia, nearly all employers must pay at least $17.50 an hour.
Republican state Supreme Court candidate Jefferson Griffin opposes a request to have that court bypass the state Court of Appeals in addressing Griffin's election dispute.
Republicans in the North Carolina Senate recently introduced a bill that would allow public school students to attend religious instruction during school hours.
Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green shared the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s (NCDPI) legislative priorities and budgetary asks for North Carolina’s public schools at the February State Board of Education (SBE) meeting. During this meeting, the SBE officially adopted the NCDPI’s legislative agenda, marking the first time in several years that the two have shared a joint set of legislative priorities.
With nearly half of the American population suffering from obesity, we must take action to combat this rising health epidemic. Nearly 93 million estimated Americans are affected by obesity and its ripple effects. In the next five years, it’s predicted this number will rise to 120 million
RALEIGH — Chief Justice Paul Newby has designated Judge Matthew T. Houston as a Business Court Judge effective February 17, 2025. Judge Houston has served as a Special Superior Court Judge since January 2024 and fills the sixth Business Court judgeship that is located in Raleigh.
As a farmer and businessman, I commend our state leaders for their commitment to upgrading infrastructure, paving the way for North Carolina to become a thriving economic hub. From border to border, we can witness firsthand how investments are rejuvenating roads, bridges, and utilities, providing a solid foundation for long-term growth.
Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about making government work better and lowering costs for Americans. As a former state lawmaker, I know that real solutions come from strengthening programs that deliver results—especially for seniors. Medicare Advantage is one of those programs.
Counsel for Justice Allison Riggs filed a brief in support of the State Board of Elections’ petition for discretionary review of Griffin’s case to the North Carolina Supreme Court, highlighting the need for a swift resolution for voters and reducing the burden of this case on taxpayer resources.
