School of Government Recognized for Service by Statewide Association

On Saturday, August 12, 2017, the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC) honored the UNC School of Government with their Distinguished Service Award.

Leadership Education Is Critical For Surry County Official

Since becoming a Surry County commissioner, Larry Phillips has moved through the Local Elected Leaders Academy (LELA) and completed Advanced Leadership Corps (ALC).

Governor’s Highway Safety Program Funding Available, Register for Information Session

On December 10, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program will hold an information session for grant applicants seeking funding for programs aimed at preventing traffic deaths and injuries on North Carolina Roadways. Click here to read the ...

EDA Accepting Applications for Economic Resilience Projects

The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) received a special appropriation from Congress to assist communities impacted by Hurricanes Florence and Michael. Under this funding opportunity, EDA will support both construction and non-construction pr...

PARTF Announces New Grant Cycle for Local Governments

The NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) began a new grant cycle to assist local governments with public park and recreation projects. Eligible projects include acquiring land as well as building or renovating facilities for a public park. Local gov...

NCACC President Kevin Austin Convenes Pathways Initiative Task Force Meeting

The Pathways Initiative, NC Counties Guiding Our Next Generation to Brighter Futures. The initiative is a year-long effort focused on engaging youth to help guide them on a path to career success.

The Task Force meeting was the first in a series o...