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).

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...