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Sunrise to Sunset on Friday, October 9

Governor Josh Stein ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be flown at half-staff beginning immediately until sunset Monday, October 5, in honor of former NC First Lady Dottie Martin, who served from 1985 to 1993 alongside her husband, former Governor James G. Martin. Mrs. Martin passed on September 28 at age 89.Statement from Governor Stein

Today, Governor Josh Stein declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month to help draw attention to the millions of victims and survivors of domestic abuse each year. “North Carolinians must feel safe every day wherever they are, including inside their homes,” said Governor Josh Stein. “Domestic violence is a horrific crime that inflicts both physical and psychological harm on victims. We need to support survivors so that everyone is safe and lives free from fear and abuse.”

Governor Josh Stein ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Tuesday, September 22, in honor of U.S. military veteran Sean Michael Lee, who died Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Yesterday, Governor Josh Stein celebrated 

Governor Josh Stein ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to remain at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, September 11, in tribute to Patriot Day, also known as the National Day of Service and Remembrance. Gone but never forgotten, this year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring the victims of the terrorist attack, their families, and the heroic sacrifices of first responders.Statement from Governor Stein

The NC Department of Administration wants to hear from small business owners as the agency reimagines the future of the Small Business Enterprise Program, which helps small businesses compete for state contracts. DOA is soliciting input through community forums, an online feedback portal, and roundtables with subject matter experts as we explore how to best support small businesses across North Carolina.

Governor Josh Stein has ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be flown at half-staff from sunrise on September 6, 2026, through sunset on September 10, 2026, in honor of American journalist and social movement activist Gloria Steinem. Steinem died Wednesday at her home in New York City; she was 92.

Today Governor Josh Stein declared August 26 as Women’s Equality Day to commemorate the ratification of the 19th amendment. The Governor also is recognizing the ongoing work to ensure equitable access to the ballot box and other necessary services for the health and well-being of North Carolina women and families.  

From sunrise August 26 until sunset September 1, 2026