The USDA announced income guidelines for 2025-26 free or reduced school meals in NC, ensuring access to nutritious meals for low-income students.
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Credentialed media can join the Stronger Together Conference in Rocky Mount on Sept. 20, 2025, focusing on Black youth wellness and suicide prevention.
Dr. Andrea DeSantis joins the AHEAD Workforce Pell Committee to influence new grant rules, enhancing short-term training for high-demand jobs nationwide.
North Carolina's film grants approved three productions for late 2025, creating 4,900 jobs and boosting local economies with $113 million in spending.
Allison Schafer retires as NCDPI & NCSBE general counsel after 40 years, paving the way for Tiffany Lucas to assume the role on February 1, 2026.
Three otter pups, born Dec. 5 at NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, enhance the Asian small-clawed otter SSP, marking a win for conservation efforts.
Governor Stein announced $270M to repair water systems in 26 NC counties impacted by Hurricane Helene, boosting resilience against future flooding.
The NC K-12 Culinary Institute empowers nutrition pros with culinary skills to enhance school meal appeal, supporting student well-being and academic success.
Kelly Crosbie will discuss opioid impacts in rural North Carolina at a September 2025 Morehead City conference, addressing unique local challenges.
North Carolina's unemployment rate remains steady at 3.7% in September, with nonfarm employment rising by 10,200, led by Leisure & Hospitality Services.