Governor Josh Stein
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Official account of the 76th Governor of North Carolina.
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Governor Josh Stein Reflecting on 2025
YouTube video by Governor Josh Stein
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Here are a few reflections from my first year serving as Governor of the great state of North Carolina: youtu.be/KX9Je6IIpAU
The Siemens Foundation has selected North Carolina as the first state to launch Careers Electric, expanding access to high-quality electrical training.
February 17, 2026 at 8:55 PM
The Siemens Foundation has selected North Carolina as the first state to launch Careers Electric, expanding access to high-quality electrical training.
This Lunar New Year marks the Year of the Horse – a symbol of determination, growth, and resilience and an opportunity to push beyond our limits to see what’s possible and to keep moving forward, no matter what.
To all those celebrating across North Carolina, Happy Lunar New Year!
To all those celebrating across North Carolina, Happy Lunar New Year!
February 17, 2026 at 5:48 PM
This Lunar New Year marks the Year of the Horse – a symbol of determination, growth, and resilience and an opportunity to push beyond our limits to see what’s possible and to keep moving forward, no matter what.
To all those celebrating across North Carolina, Happy Lunar New Year!
To all those celebrating across North Carolina, Happy Lunar New Year!
Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson found a home at North Carolina A&T, where he launched his prolific career working to change this country for the better. To honor his life, let’s continue his work for justice and equality. May his memory be a blessing.
February 17, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson found a home at North Carolina A&T, where he launched his prolific career working to change this country for the better. To honor his life, let’s continue his work for justice and equality. May his memory be a blessing.
Feeling 22 this afternoon at Corner Kitchen in Asheville. Congratulations on 22 years of business!
It's always great to grab a meal there when we are in Biltmore Village and to see how businesses are recovering after Helene. WNC is open for business!
It's always great to grab a meal there when we are in Biltmore Village and to see how businesses are recovering after Helene. WNC is open for business!
February 17, 2026 at 1:22 AM
Feeling 22 this afternoon at Corner Kitchen in Asheville. Congratulations on 22 years of business!
It's always great to grab a meal there when we are in Biltmore Village and to see how businesses are recovering after Helene. WNC is open for business!
It's always great to grab a meal there when we are in Biltmore Village and to see how businesses are recovering after Helene. WNC is open for business!
The need to produce more power and enhance the electrical grid for data centers should not come at the expense of North Carolinians’ access to safe, reliable, affordable, and sustainable power.
February 16, 2026 at 8:10 PM
The need to produce more power and enhance the electrical grid for data centers should not come at the expense of North Carolinians’ access to safe, reliable, affordable, and sustainable power.
In Woodfin, Hurricane Helene’s rains flooded homes, bridges, the recycling plant, and its largest employer Silver-Line. When the flooding finally receded, the river was left polluted.
February 16, 2026 at 5:56 PM
In Woodfin, Hurricane Helene’s rains flooded homes, bridges, the recycling plant, and its largest employer Silver-Line. When the flooding finally receded, the river was left polluted.
Beech Mountain is the highest town in the eastern US – sitting at 5,506 feet above sea level. After tackling the tubing run, Anna and I enjoyed the stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from the 5506 Skybar at the top.
February 16, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Beech Mountain is the highest town in the eastern US – sitting at 5,506 feet above sea level. After tackling the tubing run, Anna and I enjoyed the stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from the 5506 Skybar at the top.
Western NC’s ski resorts have it all – skiing, tubing, alpine coasters, sledding, and great food and music. Our ski industry supports about 2,000 jobs and generates nearly $250 million to our economy.
February 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Western NC’s ski resorts have it all – skiing, tubing, alpine coasters, sledding, and great food and music. Our ski industry supports about 2,000 jobs and generates nearly $250 million to our economy.
Sugar Mountain is NC’s largest winter resort – a great mountain for beginner and expert skiers alike – and the state’s only double black diamond slope. Have a great time while supporting WNC’s economy. You won’t regret it.
February 14, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Sugar Mountain is NC’s largest winter resort – a great mountain for beginner and expert skiers alike – and the state’s only double black diamond slope. Have a great time while supporting WNC’s economy. You won’t regret it.
I love you SNOW much, Anna. Happy Valentine’s Day!
February 14, 2026 at 2:49 PM
I love you SNOW much, Anna. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Back in the 1970s, I was one of the more than 1 million first-time skiers taught at Appalachian Ski Mountain’s French-Swiss Ski College. It is great to be back. Anna and I look forward to spending the weekend enjoying NC’s winter wonderland.
Yes, WNC is open for business!
Yes, WNC is open for business!
February 13, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Back in the 1970s, I was one of the more than 1 million first-time skiers taught at Appalachian Ski Mountain’s French-Swiss Ski College. It is great to be back. Anna and I look forward to spending the weekend enjoying NC’s winter wonderland.
Yes, WNC is open for business!
Yes, WNC is open for business!
We all want our kids to be safe, and the best way to protect our kids from measles is to make sure they are vaccinated.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
February 13, 2026 at 1:54 PM
We all want our kids to be safe, and the best way to protect our kids from measles is to make sure they are vaccinated.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
There are currently 18 cases of measles in NC, all among people who are not fully vaccinated and overwhelmingly children.
In North Carolina, we know all too well the effects of climate change. The science is crystal clear, and this EPA decision makes us less safe. I promise to do everything in my power to protect people’s health and our state’s air, water, and natural beauty from carbon pollution.
EPA abandons the foundation of greenhouse gas rules
It's the Trump administration's most direct effort yet to rip out climate regulations root and branch.
www.axios.com
February 12, 2026 at 9:03 PM
In North Carolina, we know all too well the effects of climate change. The science is crystal clear, and this EPA decision makes us less safe. I promise to do everything in my power to protect people’s health and our state’s air, water, and natural beauty from carbon pollution.
One of the best ways to support students, businesses, and local economies across the state is to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships. This year, I am committing funds to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships through NC Career Launch.
February 11, 2026 at 3:37 PM
One of the best ways to support students, businesses, and local economies across the state is to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships. This year, I am committing funds to support more high-quality youth apprenticeships through NC Career Launch.
In 2026, we’ve hit the ground running as we keep working to build a safer and stronger North Carolina.
February 10, 2026 at 9:41 PM
In 2026, we’ve hit the ground running as we keep working to build a safer and stronger North Carolina.
We want to keep you updated on the work we are doing to build a safer, stronger North Carolina. Learn more about the work our team is doing in all 100 counties: 100strong.nc.gov
February 10, 2026 at 8:14 PM
We want to keep you updated on the work we are doing to build a safer, stronger North Carolina. Learn more about the work our team is doing in all 100 counties: 100strong.nc.gov
🔋Energy Saver NC is now available in all 100 counties to help families get real money back for upgrading appliances AND lower their utility bills by up to $1,000.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
February 10, 2026 at 7:38 PM
🔋Energy Saver NC is now available in all 100 counties to help families get real money back for upgrading appliances AND lower their utility bills by up to $1,000.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
We can build a sustainable energy future and help families cut costs at the same time.
North Carolina public school students graduated last school year with more than 383,000 Career and Technical Education credentials.
February 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM
North Carolina public school students graduated last school year with more than 383,000 Career and Technical Education credentials.
Making sure people are prepared to thrive after they get out of prison makes it less likely that they repeat the behaviors that put them in prison in the first place.
February 9, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Making sure people are prepared to thrive after they get out of prison makes it less likely that they repeat the behaviors that put them in prison in the first place.
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
Gov. Stein disagrees with his party’s denial of help to swing-voting lawmakers
N.C. Gov. Josh Stein disagrees with a state party move about legislative primaries, though he is getting involved in primaries through his endorsements.
www.newsobserver.com
February 8, 2026 at 6:09 PM
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
Read my op-ed in today's N&O:
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
February 8, 2026 at 3:24 PM
We have seen a series of heartbreaking tragedies in recent months that are a consequence of people suffering from severe mental health crises. Improving behavioral health care and strengthening public safety are not competing goals. We can and must do better.
Great news for WNC! The US Forest Service and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission partnership will invest $290 million over the next 10 years to help restore the Pisgah and Nantahala national forests after Hurricane Helene. This partnership is an important part of the rebuilding effort.
Forest Service, NC Wildlife Commission sign $290M Hurricane Helene recovery deal
The commission will remove storm debris, repair roads and recreation areas, manage invasive species, restore damaged watersheds and improve wildlife habitat.
www.wect.com
February 7, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Great news for WNC! The US Forest Service and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission partnership will invest $290 million over the next 10 years to help restore the Pisgah and Nantahala national forests after Hurricane Helene. This partnership is an important part of the rebuilding effort.
All of North Carolina is sending well wishes to Duke student Eunice Lee, Queens University alum Mystique Ro, and NC native Kayden Beasley as they compete in the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy.
February 6, 2026 at 10:30 PM
All of North Carolina is sending well wishes to Duke student Eunice Lee, Queens University alum Mystique Ro, and NC native Kayden Beasley as they compete in the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy.
I am directing my administration to help people get the care they need, reduce preventable harm, and make our people safer.
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
Governor Josh Stein Signs Behavioral Health and Public Safety Executive Order
YouTube video by Governor Josh Stein
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February 6, 2026 at 10:20 PM
I am directing my administration to help people get the care they need, reduce preventable harm, and make our people safer.
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
This is how we’ll build a safer and stronger North Carolina. youtu.be/cjcTzWKb2NY
North Carolina, today is the last day to register in advance for the March 3 primary election.
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Checking Your Registration | NCSBE
Use the Voter Search, aka the “voter lookup,” to check your registration status, party affiliation, sample ballot, polling place, election districts, and more.
ncsbe.gov
February 6, 2026 at 7:21 PM
North Carolina, today is the last day to register in advance for the March 3 primary election.
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration
Check your voter registration: ncsbe.gov/registering/checking-your-registration