Press Releases

Press release regarding the elimination of the Office for Historically Underutilized Businesses.

Today, twelve North Carolina high school girls will embark on a four-week hands-on educational experience through the NC Department of Administration’s Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program. The summer enrichment opportunity nurtures student interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematic careers in state government. 

In commemoration of “Old Glory,” Governor Josh Stein has declared June 14, 2026, as Flag Day in North Carolina. This national day of observance recognizes the adoption of the flag of the United States by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. All North Carolinians are encouraged to display the U.S. flag at full staff to honor our country, history, service members, and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. 

From sunrise Saturday, May 23 until sunset Sunday, May 24

In tribute to the sacrifices of our armed services personnel, Governor Josh Stein has ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon on Monday, May 25, in honor of Memorial Day. 

Established in 1969 and coordinated by DOA's Division for Women and Youth, the State of North Carolina Internship Program offers college students an opportunity to connect lessons learned in the classroom to potential career choices throughout the state.

Governor Josh Stein ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Friday, May 15 in honor of National Peace Officers Memorial Day. Each year on May 15, this special day recognizes the many men and women of law enforcement who lost their lives or were injured in the line of duty.Statement from Governor Stein

North Carolina ranks among the top 10 states for missing person cases involving American Indians

Governor Josh Stein ordered all U.S. and North Carolina flags at state facilities to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, May 4, 2026, in honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day. 

Governor Josh Stein proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Month to spread awareness of this devastating crime that impacts the lives of millions of Americans each year.