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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 6h

I’m grateful to all the people who are working tirelessly to bring this gem of a community back.

Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 6h

In Chimney Rock, Anna and I recently spent time with local business owners, students, and community members to see their progress firsthand and hear about the work underway to rebuild stronger and more resilient.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 22h

As many as 250,000 North Carolinians are at risk of losing their coverage, and rural hospitals and health care providers face even more financial pressure. I continue to urge Congress to reverse these cuts and protect access to care for North Carolinians.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 22h

I joined Medicaid beneficiaries, rural health providers, and local leaders in Fayetteville to hear how the federal Medicaid cuts in H.R. 1 could affect their families, patients, and communities.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 22h

Every North Carolinian deserves access to the health care they need, and we should be lowering costs for families, not making life harder.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Hope. Love. Determination. That’s what I’ve seen from the people of Marshall and throughout western North Carolina, and that spirit will continue to guide the community as we rebuild for the long haul, brick by brick.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

I urge Secretary Kennedy to preserve the standards that help Head Start programs deliver high-quality early education and comprehensive services because investing in our young children is one of the most important things we can do for North Carolina’s future.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

North Carolina Head Start serves 17,600 children and brings more than $290 million in federal funds to local economies all over the state.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is considering changes to things like the staff-to-child ratios that would weaken the safeguards central to the program’s success.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Head Start has earned bipartisan support for generations by helping children prepare for school and connecting families with critical resources and support. Its success comes from pairing local leadership with a strong federal commitment.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

I look forward to working with AG Jackson and the General Assembly to make sure this money supports kids’ safety and well-being.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

North Carolina received the first $45.2 million payment from the historic Meta child safety settlement. The state is guaranteed at least $451 million through 2035, with the potential for even more.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Just 88 days after his old house was torn down, Dennis had the keys to a brand-new home in Leicester. It was great to see Dennis walk through his new home and hear what this moment means to him and his family. I’m grateful for Renew NC’s efforts to help families rebuild after Hurricane Helene.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Friday Night Lights at the Haywood County Clash! What a game between Pisgah and Tuscola. Always good to be in Haywood County.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Nearly 1.5 million North Carolinians struggle with mental health challenges, and too many people in rural areas cannot access the care they need. These investments will connect more families to high-quality care in their communities.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

More than $17 million through North Carolina’s Rural Health Transformation Program is on the way to improve and expand mental health and substance use services in rural communities.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

We should be lowering costs for North Carolina families, not making their lives harder, and Congress needs to act now.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Federal Medicaid cuts will affect more than just people on Medicaid. These cuts will also put rural hospitals at risk and drive up health care costs for families across North Carolina.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Since Day 1 in office, I’ve worked to lower the costs for North Carolinians. The General Assembly needs to join me in this effort.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Thank you to first responders, emergency managers, meteorologists, state search and rescue teams, and all the neighbors who stepped up ready to assist wherever needed. We are safer and stronger together.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

From flood notification sirens to communications systems, Isaias showed the value of continuing to work to make our communities safer from future threats.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Since Helene, our local and state public safety community has invested in building resilience to be better prepared for the next emergency or disaster.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

NCEM is working with local emergency management teams to survey damage alongside the National Weather Service as we start the week. I am relieved to share that there have been no reported injuries from this weekend's storm.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Visit readync.gov/isaias for preparedness tips and information about the storm, make sure your emergency alerts are on, and keep an eye on your local weather as the storm continues to move through the state.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

The remnants of Hurricane Isaias dumped a lot of rain on western North Carolina overnight, but the rest of the state isn’t out of the woods yet.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

For the latest information and preparedness tips, visit ReadyNC.Gov/Isaias

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

If you live in potentially impacted areas, follow the instructions of local officials to protect you & your family.  Keep cell phones, mobile devices, & spare batteries charged. Do not drive through floodwater. If your area experiences heavy rain and flooding, stay off the roads whenever possible.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

North Carolinians, please pay attention to your local news for the latest updates and follow instructions from your local emergency management and public safety officials.  Make sure your notifications are turned on for emergency alerts, and keep your emergency kit handy in case you lose power.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Hurricane Isaias’ impacts will continue through tomorrow, so please remain weather aware. The State Emergency Response Team has positioned resources that remain ready to mobilize as needed.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Visit ReadyNC.gov/Isaias for preparedness tips and updates.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

North Carolina Emergency Management is prepositioning resources across the state so they can respond quickly if communities are impacted. Take care of your loved ones, and check on your neighbors, too.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

As Hurricane Isaias brings the potential for localized flooding and gusty winds this weekend, I encourage everyone to prepare now. Make sure you’re signed up for local emergency alerts, have an emergency kit ready in case you lose power, and never drive through flooded roads.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

If you’re eligible to vote, take a moment to make sure you’re registered at vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/ and make your plan to vote.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

North Carolina, today is the last day to register to vote online or by mail, but remember that you can still register in person during early voting. Early voting runs October 15 – 31, and Election Day is Tuesday, November 3.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

The cost of living is too high for people throughout our state. Grocery bills are going up. Power bills are going up. And thanks to the President’s disastrous war of choice, gas prices are sky-high. When we have an opportunity to bring down costs for families, we need to take it.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Today I signed House Bill 3 to bring down costs for families, but our work cannot end here. I remain committed to continuing to work across the aisle to make everyday living more affordable for every North Carolinian, not just during election season.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Flags will be lowered to half-staff in North Carolina tomorrow in honor of Firefighter Brokes. Let us keep his colleagues and loved ones in our thoughts and prayers. May his memory be a blessing.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Today we mourn the loss of Andrew Brokes, a young Durham firefighter who died keeping people safe. Firefighter Brokes sustained fatal injuries while heroically searching for victims inside a burning building.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Make sure you have emergency alerts turned on, are paying attention to local forecasts, and visit ReadyNC.gov for emergency preparedness information.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

As rain moves across North Carolina Saturday and Saturday night, the greatest flash flooding threat is across portions of western NC and southeastern NC.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

North Carolina, our team is closely tracking Hurricane Isaias and any impacts that may come our way. Rainfall, which could be heavy in some locations, is expected to start in the western part of the state overnight Friday.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

It represents a partnership among the Department of Commerce, the General Assembly, the US Economic Development Administration, and the Golden LEAF Foundation.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Lumberton’s new floodgate, which can close in a matter of minutes when severe weather approaches, will give the community protection that can save lives, shield people’s homes, and preserve their livelihoods.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The twin tragedies of Hurricanes Matthew and Florence made clear the need for stronger flood protection and the importance of strengthening infrastructure for future storms.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I hope the General Assembly's interest in providing needed relief to North Carolinians extends beyond the election. Let’s keep working to make life more affordable for working families.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Tommy is now able to play his guitars back under his own roof.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Last week in Barnardsville, my Cabinet and volunteers helped Tommy and the volunteers with the Western North Carolina Conference, United Methodist Church clear debris and vegetation and put down decking around his home that was damaged by Hurricane Helene.

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Governor Josh Stein @ncgovernor.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This summer, I signed legislation to make it easier to build more homes of different types and sizes, and our state is going to keep working with local communities and partners to expand housing opportunities across North Carolina.

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