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Category
Title
Description
Budget
Budget and Management Library
Knowledge base of state budget and management info. Governor's recommended budgets, certified budgets, budget memos, and more
Budget
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
Snapshot of the state's financial health.
Budget
DHHS Open Window
Funding and performance of health and human services programs
Budget
OpenBudget
Learn  how North Carolina spends tax dollars and other revenues to provide services to citizens. Budget transparency information on state government budget and spending. State budget, expenditures and payments are searchable and downloadable.
Budget
Open Budget State Grants
State funding programs, including the NC Senior Living Association, North Carolina Medical Society, Golden L.E.A.F. Inc., North Carolina Hospital Foundation, North Carolina Assisted Living Association and more.
Budget
State Budget
View current and past certified state budgets, and read about revenue forecasting
Budget
State Budgeting 101
About budget development and execution, and program budgeting.
Budget
Transportation Finance & Budget
Learn how the N.C. Department of Transportation is funded and how it budgets and distributes funding on a statewide transportation system that includes all modes of transportation, including highways, rail, aviation, ferries, public transit and bicycle and pedestrian transportation.
Business
Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund
Funding to support the farming, forestry, and horticulture communities within the agriculture industry.
Business
Band NC Grant
BAND-NC provides rapid-response innovation mini-grants to N.C. communities to fund local digital inclusion projects that meet specific community needs, including internet access, devices that meet their needs, and the ability to safely use them.
Business
Great Grant
The Growing Rural Economies with Access to Technology (GREAT) Program funds the terrestrial deployment of broadband within unserved areas of economically distressed counties. These state-funded grants are available to private broadband service providers and are designed to connect these areas with broadband as quickly as possible.
Business
Grants for Broadband Providers
NCDIT administers grant programs that further the deployment of broadband infrastructure, digital equity and inclusion planning and digital literacy across North Carolina.
Business
NC Broadband
NCDIT administers programs that further the deployment of broadband infrastructure, digital equity and inclusion planning and digital literacy across North Carolina. Provides technical assistance, local planning RFPs, data reports, opportunities to lease state property for broadband communications, and dig once open trench construction notifications as well as grants and guidance for Broadband Providors in NC.
Business
Charitable Solicitation
Allows a citizen to search our registry for a charitable organization and see how much money  was raised for the charity and what % actually went to the charity for charitable purposes after fund raising.
Business
Investment Advisor Lookup
Helps individuals to check State registrations of Financial Services Professionals before writing them a check.
Business
Authentications
Provides document authentication services such as authenticating documents required for foreign child adoptions, etc.
Business
Aerospace & Defense
Review information about the state's many advantages for aerospace companies.
Business
Agricultural Laws & Regulations
Laws regarding animal welfare, food and drug protection, meat inspection, pesticides, eggs and the plant industry.
Business
Agricultural Licenses and Permits
Access to licenses and permits that are provided by the NC Department of Agriculture and Customer Services (NCDA&CS). Many agricultural occupations and activities must be licensed or permitted, including those who work with animals, pesticides, or drugs, as well as grain buyers and dealers. NCDA&CS also licenses certain food operations, such as frozen desserts.
Business
Agricultural Statistics
Data on crops, livestock and weather for North Carolina. Statistics by county, including acreage of crops, number of farms, number of livestock and cash receipts. Access to the Annual Agricultural Statistics Book.
Business
Agriculture-Related Legal Matters
Overview of laws regarding agricultural waste, labor, organic certification, transportation, pesticides, animals, and more.
Business
Alcohol Beverage Permits
Permits to sell alcoholic beverages. Retail permits that cover sale in restaurants, grocery stores, and convenience stores. Commercial permits cover the manufacture, importation, distribution, bottling or transportation of alcohol.
Business
ApprenticeshipNC
The mission of ApprenticeshipNC is to ensure North Carolina has an innovative, relevant, effective and efficient workforce-development system that develops adaptable, work-ready, skilled talent to meet the current and future needs of workers and businesses to achieve and sustain economic prosperity.
Business
Automotive, Truck & Heavy Machinery
Review information about the state's many advantages for automotive companies.
Business
Banking and Finance
Review information about the state's many advantages for financial services companies.
Business
Become a Vendor with the State
Bid opportunities, FAQs for vendors who want to work with the state
Business
Bid On or Purchase State Surplus Items
Surplus supplies, materials and equipment owned by the State of North Carolina are for sale. Property is available at every university, community college, agency, board & commission and some towns and counties. Visit us online or in Raleigh at our Surplus Warehouse at 6501 Chapel Hill Rd.
Business
Biotech, Pharmaceutical and Life Science Businesses and Workforce
Review information about the state's many advantages for life science companies.
Business
Brownfields
Information for developers on site re-usage, tax incentives and inventory map.
Business
Business & Financial Services
As the third-largest U.S. financial center, companies like AT&T, Bank of America, Microsoft and Wells Fargo enjoy our global connectivity and top-notch talent.
Business
Business and Occupational License Database (NC BOLD)
NC BOLD lists all of the business licenses, professional licenses, and privilege licenses required to do business in the State of North Carolina.
Business
Business Registration
Information for domestic and foreign business entity to register in North Carolina
Business
Charity Registry
Look up charity licenses
Business
Coastal Fishing Licenses
Information about commercial, recreational, and for hire fishing licenses for fishing in coastal waters, as well as information on shellfish lease applications.
Business
Coastal Fishing Regulations, including polluted area proclamations
Rulebook, licenses and permits, polluted areas, proclamations, enforcement, and more.
Business
Commercial Driver Licenses
Learn more about how to apply for a commercial driver license or learner permit in North Carolina, including eligibility, renewal and insurance requirements, or download a copy of the N.C. Commercial Driver License Manual.
Business
Customized Training Program for NC Business and Industry
Training for employees is available from the State of North Carolina through our NC Community Colleges. We design local, customized educational training programs to meet your company's needs.
Business
Cybersecurity Awareness
Easy-to-follow tips and best practices when online to help protect your privacy and stay safe against online scams, ransomware attacks and other cyber-threats and cyber-crimes.
Business
Doing Business With NCDOT
Learn more about contracting with the N.C. Department of Transportation with information about current and recent advertised lets, results and bidding information.
Business
e-Business Tax Center
File and Pay taxes
Business
Economic Development Programs & Services Directory
Search for programs or services to assist your business or local community offered by the N.C. Department of Commerce, North Carolina’s lead agency for community, workforce, and economic development. This easy-to-search directory lists available economic development resources, including labor and economic data reports, financial incentives, community housing, infrastructure and business development grants, and downtown and rural development planning services.
Business
EDPNC Small Business Advisors
Connect with an experienced counselor to answer your questions about doing business in North Carolina, from start-up issues and licensing to financing an expansion. Visit online or call 1-800-228-8443.
Business
Electronic Notaries Public
Finding one, become one
Business
Employment Security
Information for both employers and people engaged with the state’s unemployment benefits system. People claiming benefits can file for unemployment, register for work, or file their required weekly certifications. Employers can file quarterly tax & wage reports, make a tax payment, apply for an employer tax account number, or submit a job opening.
Business
Environmental Permit Handbook and Other Guidance
Overview of regulatory requirements for various permitted activities regarding the air, water, waste, coast, and more
Business
Environmental Regulation Enforcement
How the Department of Environmental Quality  monitors permitted facilities, projects and licensees for compliance
Business
Environmental Rules and Regulations
How the Department of Environmental Quality  monitors permitted facilities, projects and licensees for compliance
Business
e-Procurement
A single point of access for vendors to state government
Business
Expand your Small Business in NC
Experienced counselors answer questions about business expansion. Call 1-800-228-8443.
Business
Exporting
Sell goods in international markets using advice and services provided by the State of North Carolina.
Business
Express Environmental Permitting
Quicker permit decisions and certifications as well as consultation to identify necessary environmental requirements.
Business
File a Complaint with NCDOL
File workplace complaints with the N.C. Department of Labor.
Business
Film Incentives and the Film Industry in NC
The North Carolina Film Office assists film production companies doing business in the state, including support for applicants to the state’s grant program for film.
Business
Furniture
Review information about the state's furniture industry.
Business
Green Energy Business and Workforce
Review information about the state's many advantages for energy-related companies.
Business
Hire the Disabled
Hire the Disabled
Business
Hire Veterans
Whether you are hiring your first veteran or your 100th, NC4ME's military hiring experts are standing by to connect you with the resources you need to find, assess, and hire qualified military talent. Our experts will assess your needs and get you started hiring military candidates.
Business
Historically Underutilized Business Vendors
Search for state-certified vendors
Business
Historically Underutilized Businesses
Promoting the economic opportunities for historically underutilized businesses in State Government contracting and procurement. Training opportunities, get qualified to be a HUB vendor, networking opportunities, and find project opportunities. Minority Business Development Agency: as a resource partner for Minority Owned Businesses
Business
DOA Small Business Enterprise (NCSBE) Certification
To provide access to contract opportunities that allow small businesses to compete against others that are comparably positioned in their industries and markets; as well as participate in department contracts if they meet the eligibility standards.
Business
How to File Annual Reports
For Business Corporations, Limited Liability Companies, and Limited Liability Partnerships
Business
How to Get Licensed as a Charity in NC
What you need to know about applying for a Charitable Solicitation License from the NC Secretary of State.
Business
Incentives for Businesses
North Carolina offers performance-based financial incentives to companies that invest in the state and create jobs.
Business
Information Technology Business and Workforce
Review information about the state's many advantages for IT companies.
Business
Insurance Agents, Adjusters and Bail bondsmen Services
Licensing, continuing education, becoming an agent
Business
Insurance Information for Businesses
Insurance Information for Businesses
Business
Job Development Investment Grants (JDIG)
The Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG) is a discretionary business incentive program designed to help companies locate or expand in the state.
Business
Labor Law Posters
Please use this form to order your free N.C. Department of Labor "Notice to Employees" labor law posters.
Business
Labor Ledger
The Labor Ledger is a free bimonthly electronic newsletter.
Business
Labor Market Analysis
Review reports and statistics about North Carolina's economy and its labor market
Business
Labor Statistics
Fatalities, injuries and illnesses in the workplace
Business
Licensing Database
Search for the different types of licenses that may be required to operate a business in North Carolina. For questions on business licensing, call 1-800-228-8442.
Business
Local Government Purchasing and Contracting
Local Government Purchasing and Contracting
Business
Look-Up Businesses registered in North Carolina
Search Businesses registered in North Carolina
Business
Migrant Housing Grants
Funding resources to house migrant farmworkers.
Business
Mitigation Services
Let us help you mitigate environmental impacts of economic development
Business
NC Green Hotels
Creating and maintaining sustainable lodging facilities
Business
NCWorks
NCWorks is North Carolina’s workforce system. Job seekers can search for jobs, create resumes, and find education and training. Employers can find candidates, post jobs, and search labor market information.
Business
NCWorks for Business
Find employees for your business using NCWorks, North Carolina’s workforce system. Whether you are starting a small business or leading a well-established organization, we have free and low-cost solutions to meet your workforce needs and can connect you to resources for entrepreneurs and economic development.
Business
New Hire Reporting
Federal and state law requires employers to report newly hired and re-hired employees in North Carolina to the North Carolina New Hire Directory.
Business
Notary Public
Find a Notary, e Notary, How to become a Notary
Business
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Complaints
File workplace complaints with the Department of Labor
Business
One North Carolina Fund
The One North Carolina Fund can provide expanding or relocating businesses with cash grants, based on a company’s performance in creating jobs or investing in the state.
Business
OSH Reports
The OSH Division publishes several reports each year, summarizing OSH statistical data and Division performance.
Business
Oversize/Overweight License Application
Learn about and apply for a permit that allows vehicles to legally exceed maximum size and weight on North Carolina roadways.
Business
Permit Application Tracker
The tracker system allows applicants and the public to check the status of pending environmental permit applications or plan approvals. Search by location, permit type, facility name, permit number and by milestone in the review process. Track progress from the date of receipt until a final decision is made.
Business
Plastics & Chemicals
Review information about the state's many advantages for plastics and chemical companies.
Business
Procurement Technical Assistance Center
Helping business obtain government contracts
Business
Regional Contact Directory For Business Services (Prosperity Zone Personnel)
Find local experts in your area for transportation and environmental topics, workforce development, community planning and assistance for existing businesses. The State of North Carolina places subject matter experts from multiple state agencies into eight administrative regions known as Prosperity Zones. See which zone your county belongs to and find phone and email contacts for the people who can address your business issue or concern.
Business
Relocate Your Business in NC
Review information and get in touch with people who can help your company locate in North Carolina
Business
Research, Publications and Data for Businesses
Download reports and other data on North Carolina's business and labor markets
Business
Science and Technology Grants
Information on available funding programs to support tech-oriented small businesses.
Business
Small Business and Technology Development Center (SBTDC)
The SBTDC provides management counseling and educational services to small and mid-sized businesses.
Business
Small Business Center Network
Start a business with the help of your local small business center
Business
Starting a Business in NC
Review information and get in touch with people who can help you start a business in North Carolina.
Business
Starting Your Own Food Business
How to start your own food business
Business
State Construction
Regulations and policies that apply to construction and alteration of all state property
Business
Surplus State Property
Bid online
Business
Tax Info for Businesses
Learn about corporate taxes, sales taxes, withholding and more.
Business
Teacher Professional Development
Residential seminars from the Center for the Advancement of Teaching
Business
Technical Assistance to Businesses for Environmental Conservation
Permit and regulatory compliance assistance, as well as on-site reviews to guide organizations on improving their environmental performance while enhancing economic competitiveness and operating efficiencies.
Business
Textiles
Review information about the state's textiles industry.
Business
Tourism
North Carolina is among the top 10 most visited states in the U.S., and we offer a strong infrastructure and network of professionals to support this industry in our state.
Business
Unemployment and Labor Statistics
Find highly detailed statistics on the state’s labor market, including unemployment rates from all 100 counties, by month and year. Historical information back to 1976 is available for some data points.
Business
Unemployment Benefits
Apply for unemployment benefits or file a claim for benefits with the Division of Employment Security (DES).
Business
Unemployment Insurance
Review the information  employers need to know about the state's unemployment insurance system
Business
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and Federal Tax Lien Filings and Research
Giving notice of a security interest in personal property to interested third parties
Business
Wage Complaints
How to file a complaint with the Department of Labor
Business
Withholding State Taxes for Employees
Get important information and updates on income tax withholding.
Business
Work for NC
Search for jobs with North Carolina State Government. We are the state’s largest employer with approximately 130,000 employees all working toward a common goal of making North Carolina great. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, branches, and universities, each providing an important public service.
Business
Worker's Compensation Info for Employees
Review the information employees need to know about the state's workers compensation system
Business
Worker's Compensation Info for Employers
What employers need to know about insurance, claim processing and reporting worker injuries or work-related diseases.
Business
Workforce Information to Help your Business
Review programs offered by the State of North Carolina to help businesses find trained and available workers
Business
Youth Employment Certificate
Get information on requirements for a work permit.
Business
Youth Work Permit
Apply Online
Business
Precious Metals Delaer Permit
A precious metal dealer permit is only issued by a local law enforcement agency (city police or county sheriff department) where the business will be located using a form approved by the Department of Public Safety.
Business
ABC Permits
Permits for Retail activity (restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, etc.) and Commericial activity involving malt beverage and wine products
Business
Business Site Search and Location Data
Research available sites for businesses across the state as location data for each
Business
Rural Grant Programs (RGP)
Rural Grant Programs (RGP) administers grants authorized by the N.C. General Assembly to support economic development projects that lead to job creation and investment. The Building Reuse, Infrastructure, and Demolition programs support local governments for the transformation of buildings and public infrastructure development.
Business
One North Carolina Small Business Program
Provides Technology Development Funding for Small Businesses. The Incentive Funds Program provides reimbursement to qualified North Carolina businesses for a portion of the costs incurred in preparing and submitting Phase I SBIR or STTR proposals to federal agencies. The Matching Funds Program awards matching funds to North Carolina businesses who have received a federal Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) award.
Business
NCWorks Veterans Portal
Services for Veterans and eligible spouses who are looking for assistance in obtaining employment
Business
Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) Online System
The NCWorks WOTC Online System is used by private sector businesses ("Employers") and companies who may act as the employer‘s agent ("Consultants"). The NCWorks WOTC Online System allows these employers and their consultants to enter tax credit applications (and submit the applications, for legal forms holders), track the status of submitted applications, print letters and certifications, and view any power of attorney (POA) that may exist.
Business
Historically Underutilized Business Vendors Search (IPS System)
Search for Businesses with HUB Certification
Business
Search for Bid opportunities
North Carolina Interactive Purchasing System (IPS) is a free, electronic system for Vendors to view and search for bids opportunities with just a simple click of a button.
Business
List of HUB Bid opportunities
Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Bid Opportunities
Consumer & housing
Avoid Get-Rich-Quick Schemes
Learn how to identify a phony offer.
Consumer & housing
Avoid ID Theft
Protect yourself against identity theft.
Consumer & housing
Check the Licensing Status of Insurance Companies in NC
Check the Licensing Status of Insurance Companies in NC
Consumer & housing
Composting
Composting
Consumer & housing
Consumer Complaints
File a consumer complaint if you’ve had trouble with a business or spot a scam.
Consumer & housing
Consumer Tips and Helpful Information
Protect yourself and your family with our key consumer tips.
Consumer & housing
Consumer Tips for Military Personnel
Learn about scams that target service members and their families.
Consumer & housing
Credit and Debt Advice
Learn how to freeze your credit reports and avoid unfair loans and scams.
Consumer & housing
Cybersecurity Awareness
Easy-to-follow tips and best practices when online to help protect your privacy and stay safe against online scams, ransomware attacks and other cyber-threats and cyber-crimes.
Consumer & housing
Energy Conservation
How citizens and businesses can conserve energy and save on utility costs.
Consumer & housing
Fair Housing
Addressing discrimination in the sale, rental or financing of homes.  Fair housing means all persons have equal opportunity to be considered for rental units, purchase of property, housing loans, and property insurance. The State Fair Housing Act  makes it illegal to discriminate in housing because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental handicaps, or family status (families with children).
Consumer & housing
Financial Advisor Complaints
Report to the Secretary of State
Consumer & housing
Find Cited Securities Violators
Cease and desist orders against financial advisors
Consumer & housing
First Time Home Buyers Help
First Time Home Buyers Help
Consumer & housing
Flood Mapping Information System
Am I at risk for flooding?
Consumer & housing
Foreclosure Prevention Resources
Assistance provided by local housing counselors
Consumer & housing
Free Consumer Insurance Publications
Free Consumer Insurance Publications
Consumer & housing
Free Public Wi-Fi Access Locations
Many communities and vendors around North Carolina offer public Wi-Fi access locations. Find a map and searchable list of public Wi-Fi access sites.
Consumer & housing
Get a Free Security Freeze
Keep crooks from opening new accounts in your name.
Consumer & housing
Hiring a Moving Company
Don’t get scammed while moving.
Consumer & housing
Home Buying and Down Payment Help
For first-time and move-up Home Buyers Help. Assistance offered through participating lenders statewide.
Consumer & housing
Home Repair and Home Products
Buying or renting a home is expensive – learn how to avoid getting scammed.
Consumer & housing
Home Repair Help
For low-income seniors, veterans and people with disabilities. Assistance provided by local governments and nonprofits.
Consumer & housing
Housing Assistance for Veterans
Through partnerships with Federal, State and Local providers, NC4VETS is your one-stop-shop to ensure that all veterans and their families are aware of the many options available to fulfill all of their emergency or home ownership needs.
Consumer & housing
Inspection Reports for Animal Shelters and Kennels
Inspection Reports for Animal Shelters and Kennels
Consumer & housing
Insurance Complaints
How to file a complaint against your insurance company
Consumer & housing
Manufactured and Modular Home/Building Complaints:
How to file
Consumer & housing
Migrant Housing Grants
Funding resources to house migrant farmworkers.
Consumer & housing
Programs and Services for American Indians
Programs and Services for American Indians
Consumer & housing
Radon
Learn about it, test for it, remove it
Consumer & housing
Real Estate Advice
Working with agents, homeowner associations, renting
Consumer & housing
Recycling and Waste Reduction
Recycling and Waste Reduction
Consumer & housing
Rent Assistance Resources
For low-income renters. Assistance provided through state and local agencies.
Consumer & housing
Report Insurance Fraud
Health, auto, homeowners, life, toll free number
Consumer & housing
Termites and Other Household Pests
Termites and Other Household Pests
Consumer & housing
Unclaimed Property Search
Reclaim what's yours. Unclaimed property consists of bank accounts, wages, utility deposits, insurance policy proceeds, stocks, bonds, and contents of safe deposit boxes that typically have been abandoned for one to five years.
Consumer & housing
Utility Complaint Investigation
File a complaint against a utility company through the Public Staff of the State Utilities Commission. Complaints may involve payment arrangements, billing disputes, deposits, service quality, and unauthorized service changes or fees. If your utility is operated by a municipality, address complaints to the NC Attorney General's Office, as The Public Staff has no jurisdiction over municipal systems.
Consumer & housing
Utility Complaints
How to file a complaint about your utility company
Consumer & housing
Utility Information for Consumers
Electricity, gas, phone, transportation, water, wastewater
Consumer & housing
Veterans Service Locator
Veterans can find local services for employment, housing, health care, education and more.
Consumer & housing
Weatherization Assistance Program
Help for low-income North Carolinians to save energy and reduce their utility bills.
Consumer & Housing
Low-Income Energy Assistance
The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a federally-funded program that provides for a one-time vendor payment to help eligible households pay their heating bills.
Consumer & Housing
State Property for Sale
State Property for Sale including Real Estate
Courts & Justice
Address Confidentiality for Domestic Violence Victims
Keep abusers from discovering your new address.
Courts & Justice
Administrative Hearings
Fair and prompt hearings by the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) for persons or entities affected by state agency actions and notified of their right to an appeal at OAH
Courts & Justice
Alcohol Law Enforcement
Special agents target problematic ABC-licensed or illegal establishments that attract violence, drug, and gang activity; and address criminal or administrative violations of the alcoholic beverage control laws.
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Animal Welfare
Protect animals from cruel treatment by reporting animal cruelty.
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Child Support Services
Child Support Services
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Civil Rights
The North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH), Civil Rights Division (CRD) is responsible for investigating charges of employment discrimination and housing discrimination. The Civil Rights Division includes the North Carolina Human Relations Commission, which provides services and programs aimed at improving relationships among all citizens of the state, while seeking to ensure equal opportunities in the areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, recreation, education, justice and governmental services.
Courts & Justice
Court Costs
Find information about court costs, fees, and accepted payment methods.
Courts & Justice
Court Dates
Search for the date, time, and location of a court appearance. Find a citation number, view civil and criminal court calendars by county, and more.
Courts & Justice
Court Forms
Search statewide judicial forms by keyword, General Statute, form number, form title, and more.
Courts & Justice
Court Help Topics
Find information and common answers to frequently asked questions about court and legal issues. Court records Criminal law Disability and special needs Divorce Domestic violence Family and children Fees and payments Find an attorney Going to court Guardianship Housing Jury service Lawsuits and small claims Traffic and vehicles Wills and estates
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Court Locations
Explore North Carolina's counties for court services and information, such as courthouse locations, jury service, contact directory, and more.
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Court Online Services
Find a wide range of online court services to pay fees, efile court documents, look up court dates, and more. Citation services, eFiling Court documents, Court collections and payments, Request an interpreter, Find a mediator, Find a bail bondsman
Courts & Justice
Court Programs
Court programs create pathways for resolving conflict in a less adversarial, more effective way. Find court programs and information available, including access and visitation, child custody and visitation, mediation, arbitration, domestic violence, family court, Guardian ad Litem, language access services, school justice partnerships, human trafficking issues, and more.
Courts & Justice
Courts
Learn about the different courts that make up the North Carolina court system, including the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, superior court, district court, business court, and recovery courts. Also, find more information about court opinions, court rules, and commissions that study and make recommendations to improve issues in the Judicial Branch.
Courts & Justice
Crime Statistics
North Carolina crime statistics are reports submitted to the State Bureau of Investigation from law enforcement agencies across the state.  The SBI provides the collection of data as part of the Uniform Crime Reporting Program, a nationwide effort administered by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Crimes statistics are tallied for violent crime, property crime, age of perpetrator, offenses by type of weapon, offenses by relationship of victim to offender, and by city and county.
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Crime Victim Compensation
Victims Compensation Services reimburses citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime committed in North Carolina. Victims of rape, assault, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and drunk driving, as well as the families of homicide victims can apply for financial help.
Courts & Justice
Crime Victims
Assistance, compensation and notification
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Criminal Offender Data
Find information about current and former offenders in the North Carolina criminal justice system.
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Data/Statistics/Reports on Juvenile Justice
Data by county on offenses, admissions to facilities and community programs, supervision cases, and more.
Courts & Justice
Going to Court
Find information about going to court, including what to expect and prepare, court dates, directions to the courthouse, jury service information, and more.
Courts & Justice
Guardian ad Litem
The North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (GAL) program equips community volunteers to serve abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court. All GAL advocates are trained, supervised, and supported by program staff in each county of the state. The collaborative model of GAL attorney advocates, volunteers, and staff ensures that all North Carolina children who are alleged by the Department of Social Services to have been abused or neglected receive GAL legal advocacy services. Learn more about how you can get involved and be the voice for a child.
Courts & Justice
Judicial Branch Data and Statistics
Browse and analyze Judicial Branch statistics at the statewide and county level on special interest topics, trial court caseloads, civil and criminal reports, data visualization, and more.
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Jury Service
Find out what to expect and what you need to do when you are called to serve as a juror. Also, learn about how to avoid jury duty scams.
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Juvenile Court Services
Juvenile Court Services provides intake and supervision services for undisciplined and delinquent juveniles within a continuum of services that provides care and control.
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Missing Persons
The N.C. Center for Missing Persons serves as the clearinghouse for information regarding missing children and adults and is charged with issuing AMBER Alerts, Silver Alerts and Blue Alerts.
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Offender Search
Inmates, probationers, parolees, both current and past
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Opioids
Learn how North Carolina communities are addressing the Opioid Epidemic. Find helpful resources for fighting the crisis.
Courts & Justice
Prisoner Data
Online query tool for prison, probation, and parole that provides custom statistical reports about the North Carolina offender population.
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Prisons
Locate a state prison, learn about visitation, health and education services, and programming in prisons. Learn about the death penalty in North Carolina.
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Report Human Trafficking
Learn about Human Trafficking and report suspected cases.
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Sex Offender Registry
See if registered sex offenders live nearby.
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Sheriff's Offices
Sheriff's Offices
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State Highway Patrol
The N.C. State Highway Patrol has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways (more than any other state except Texas). Their mission is to make the highways as safe as possible by enforcing the state's traffic laws, guiding traffic during hurricane evacuations and re-routing traffic around hazardous chemical spills. They also stand ready should any act of terrorism occur.
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Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification
North Carolina Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification, NC SAVAN, is a criminal justice information-sharing system that supports automated victim notification. NC SAVAN operates a 24-hour toll-free automated offender information and notification service. Individuals may call the toll-free number, 877-NC SAVAN, 877-627-2826, to learn about an offender's status, to register for offender notification or to learn about victim assistance resources in their area.
Courts & Justice
Utility Complaint Investigation
File a complaint against a utility company through the Public Staff of the State Utilities Commission. Complaints may involve payment arrangements, billing disputes, deposits, service quality, and unauthorized service changes or fees. If your utility is operated by a municipality, address complaints to the NC Attorney General's Office, as The Public Staff has no jurisdiction over municipal systems.
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Vital Records
Obtain birth, death, marriage and divorce certificates, and register name changes. Certificates can be obtained in person, by mail, by phone or online. In person service is available at the county Register of Deeds where the event took place or in the state office in Raleigh.
Courts & Justice
Vital Records Online
Order a birth, death, marriage or divorce certificate
Education
Apply for Financial Aid
Apply for Financial Aid
Education
ApprenticeshipNC
The mission of ApprenticeshipNC is to ensure North Carolina has an innovative, relevant, effective and efficient workforce-development system that develops adaptable, work-ready, skilled talent to meet the current and future needs of workers and businesses to achieve and sustain economic prosperity.
Education
Become a Certified Environmental Educator
For teachers, scout troop leaders, park rangers, environmental groups and more
Education
Become an A+ School
School reform model that views the arts as fundamental
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Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Locate educational and industrial training opportunities
Education
Charter Schools
The NC Board of Education authorizes a growing number of public charter schools statewide. Charter schools provide students and families with another public school choice to consider. This site includes a list of currently active charter schools as well as practical details about charter school operation and student enrollment.
Education
Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve Program
The Reserve is a network of 10 protected sites established for long-term research, education and stewardship. This program protects more than 44,000 acres of estuarine land and water, which provides important habitat for wildlife; offers educational opportunities for students, teachers and the public; and serves as living laboratories for scientists.
Education
Coastal Training Program - Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve
Provide coastal leaders and professionals with science-based training opportunities to promote informed decisions regarding our coastal resources. Local officials, realtors, state agency staff, resource managers, non-profit organizations, and consultants all benefit from access to relevant scientific research and training presented by local experts that improve their understanding of the coastal environment and the impact of local decisions on coastal resources.
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College Grants and Scholarships
College Grants and Scholarships, financial aid
Education
Community College Combined Course Library
The combined course library allows you to search through all of the Curriculum and Continuing Education courses offered by the NC Community College System.
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Community College Student Resources
Course library, curriculum, licensure and certifications, High School Equivalency
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Community Colleges
There are 58 community colleges across the state and more than 100 remote locations. Find your local community college.
Education
Curriculum / Standard Course of Study
Standard course of study, to define the appropriate content standards for each grade level.
Education
Cybersecurity Awareness
Easy-to-follow tips and best practices when online to help protect your privacy and stay safe against online scams, ransomware attacks and other cyber-threats and cyber-crimes.
Education
Data on Public School Accountability
Promoting academic achievement and helping stakeholders gauge this achievement against state and national standards.
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Distance Learning Programs with UNC
Distance Learning Programs with UNC
Education
Early Childhood Learning
Early Childhood Learning
Education
Education Assistance for Veterans
As a veteran, there are education benefits available which you may use for a wide variety of approved education and training programs, including: apprenticeship and on-the-job training, college degree and certificate programs, flight training, and correspondence courses. In addition, there are many different types of scholarships available to Veterans and family members.
Education
Educational Grants
A collection of available funding opportunities and grants for NC school districts and schools.
Education
Educational Resources about NC Agriculture
Educational Resources about NC Agriculture
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Educational State Forests
Seven Educational State Forests (ESFs) designed to teach the public - especially school children - about the forest environment.
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Environmental Education Centers
Explore and learn about NC's environment at these local centers
Education
Environmental Resources for Educators
Lesson plans, activities and other resources to teach about clean air, clean water, geology, and recycling.
Education
Estuarine Education Resources - Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve
Educational programs for K-12 school groups, the general public, and educators to enhance public awareness of the importance of estuarine systems. Components of our education program include public and school field trips, summer camps, outreach presentations, teacher training programs, exhibits, and the production of curricular, informational and technical materials.
Education
Financial Aid for Independent Colleges and Universities
Financial Aid for Independent Colleges and Universities
Education
Financial Aid Tools and Calculators
Financial Aid Tools and Calculators
Education
High School Diploma Equivalency Records
How to request High School Equivalency Diploma records.
Education
High School Equivalency Diploma Program
North Carolina’s High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma program offers instruction to assist learners in preparing to successfully pass a designated high school equivalency assessment. The three nationally-recognized assessments used to obtain a state-issued High School Equivalency credential in North Carolina are GED®, HiSET® and TASC.
Education
Home Schooling
Curriculum, requirements, standardized tests, forms, statistics
Education
Independent Colleges
Private and non-profit colleges in NC
Education
MyCFNC
Save for college, explore career choices, apply to colleges
Education
NC Job Ready
NC Job Ready is Governor Roy Cooper's workforce development initiative to ensure North Carolinians are ready for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
Education
NCpedia
Facts about NC
Education
NCWorks
NCWorks is North Carolina’s workforce system. Job seekers can search for jobs, create resumes, and find education and training. Employers can find candidates, post jobs, and search labor market information.
Education
Newspaper Locator
Search for North Carolina Newspapers. Search by County, Town, or Newspaper Title and Date Range.
Education
Oral Health Resources for Educators
Oral Health Resources for Educators
Education
Outcomes Data for University and Community College Degrees
Research student outcomes after they leave North Carolina educational institutions with the NCTower tool. Data includes employment rates, wages, and ongoing higher education enrollment of graduates from the North Carolina Community College System and from University of North Carolina system schools.
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Paying for College
A financial aid primer
Education
Pre-K Info for Families
Pre-K Info for Families
Education
Private School Oversight
Curriculum, requirements, standardized tests, forms, statistics
Education
Private School Statistics
Private School Statistics
Education
Professional Educator's License
All professional employees of public schools must hold a professional educator's license for the subject or grade level they teach or for the professional education assignment that they hold. Whether you are looking forward to your first educator position or are re-entering education after an absence, your steps to obtaining a professional educator's license are easy and convenient.
Education
Public Involvement in Environmental Stewardship
Learn how you can keep our air and water clean and how to keep waste out of our landfills.
Education
Reports and Statistics from the NC Department of Public Instruction
Reports and Statistics from the NC Department of Public Instruction
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Safe Schools Resources
Safe Schools Resources
Education
Save for College
North Carolina’s National College Savings Program
Education
School Report Cards
Student performance, school size, safety, teacher quality
Education
State Forests
In addition to the Educational State Forests, the N.C. Forest Service has three state forests open to the public that include: DuPont State Recreational Forest, Headwaters State Forest (new in 2018), Bladen Lakes State Forest.
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State Library Materials for the Classroom
This page includes a list of services, programs and online collections to support teachers. Some are provided by the Government & Heritage Library, and others come from other institutions that provide quality programs and resources.
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State Tests in Public Schools
These statewide assessments are administered to students enrolled in public and charter schools in grades 3–12.
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Training in Environmental Topics
Learn about environmental topics, including air quality, coastal and water resources, natural heritage, and waste management
Education
UNC-TV Adult Learning Services
UNC-TV Adult Learning Services
Education
University of North Carolina System
17 campuses
Education
Virtual Learning Community
The Virtual Learning Community is a collaborative effort of all North Carolina’s Community Colleges to increase the quality and availability of online learning and support services. Search for online degree programs and classes offered through N.C community colleges
Education
Wildlife Education
Education centers, distance learning, courses and workshops.
Education
NC Learn at Home
NCLearn @ Home is a gathering place for NC DNCR online content and educational resources in one place for teachers, students, parents, and anyone needing enriching experiences, regardless of their location.
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Virtual Field Trips
Virtual field trips for students, parents, educators to nc museums, aquariums, zoo
Education
Youth Programs & Services
Resource for Internship Programs in Public Service and Youth Councils
Education
Lady Cardinal Mentorship Program
A 5-week summer enrichment opportunity for rising high school junior and senior girls in North Carolina who are interested in exploring careers in science, technology, engineering and/ or mathematics (STEM) within state government
Education
Supporting Undergraduate Native Students (SUNS) Program
Education Assistance for qualified American Indian students enrolled full-time in an accredited North Carolina community college or university
Education
Educator and Teacher Resourcers
Find Employment Information, Teaching Resources, Home Base, Teaching License information, Professional Development, Specialized Instructional Support
Education
Verify NC Educator License Online
Verify NC Educator License Online
Education
TEACH NC
TEACHNC: Find everything you need to become a Teacher
Education
Work for NC Schools
Find jobs with North Carolina schools that are currently hiring teachers, support staff, administrators and many more positions.
Education
Alternative School choices
Explore alternative to Public Schools such as Charter Schools, Home schooling, Private Schools, Laboratory Schools, Virtual Public School, Tarheel Challenge Academies
Education
Driver Education
Drivers ed
Education
NC Careers Portal
Nccareers.org helps students explore occupations based on their skills and interests, plan their career, job search, education & training.
Government & Elections
Public Meetings Calendar
Allows citizens to search for public meetings scheduled by entities complying with the NC Open Meetings Act.
Government & Elections
About the Legislature
Contact Info, Visitor Info, Careers, Help, News, Educational Resources, Structure of the NCGA, Types of Statutes in North Carolina, Session convene information, Sir Walter Cabinet
Government & Elections
Adopt-a-Highway
Get involved with North Carolina's Adopt-A-Highway Program, which helps remove litter from roadsides and educating the public about the importance of proper trash disposal.
Government & Elections
Bill Lookup
Find a bill by number, keyword or other criteria.
Government & Elections
Bills Before the State Legislature--Current and Past
Look up bills by status, by keyword, by year, and more
Government & Elections
Campaign Finance Report Search
Search contributions to and expenditures by candidates and political action committees.
Government & Elections
Campaign Finance Training for Political Entities
Learn about reporting requirements for candidates, political parties, political action committees and others.
Government & Elections
Community Development Block Grants
Several categories of Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) are available, covering economic development and neighborhood revitalization and housing. Grants are awarded to local municipal or county governments. These grants primarily serve persons of low- and moderate- incomes.
Government & Elections
County Boards of Elections
Contact information for your county's board of elections office.
Government & Elections
Economic and Community Development Assistance
The SBTDC provides counseling and educational services to local communities, in support of its primary mission to enhance small and mid-sized businesses.
Government & Elections
Economic Development Programs & Services Directory
Search for programs or services to assist your business or local community offered by the N.C. Department of Commerce, North Carolina’s lead agency for community, workforce, and economic development. This easy-to-search directory lists available economic development resources, including labor and economic data reports, financial incentives, community housing, infrastructure and business development grants, and downtown and rural development planning services.
Government & Elections
Ethics and Lobbying Complaints
Regarding individuals and other entities governed by the State Ethics Act or lobbying laws
Government & Elections
Ethics and Lobbying Regulation in State Government
Regarding individuals and other entities governed by the State Ethics Act or lobbying laws
Government & Elections
Find Your Legislators
In the NC, House, NC Senate and U.S. Congress
Government & Elections
Fraud, Waste and Abuse Reporting
A confidential avenue to report allegations of wrongdoing pertaining to fraud, waste, and abuse of State assets.
Government & Elections
Government Records
Retention schedule, email guidance, workshops, tutorials
Government & Elections
Lobbyist Expenses
Compilation report of lobbyist and principal expenses
Government & Elections
Lobbyist Search
Find lobbyists registered in NC
Government & Elections
NCID
NCID is the standard identity management service that allows state, local, business and citizen users to achieve an elevated degree of security and real-time access control to the state's customer-based applications and information.
Government & Elections
NCWorks
NCWorks is North Carolina’s workforce system. Job seekers can search for jobs, create resumes, and find education and training. Employers can find candidates, post jobs, and search labor market information.
Government & Elections
North Carolina General Statutes
Search the General Statutes
Government & Elections
Polling Place Lookup
Locate your Election Day polling place based on your address or precinct.
Government & Elections
Public Records and Public Meetings Laws Explained
Learn about North Carolina's Sunshine Laws and how to maintain the public trust.
Government & Elections
Register to Vote
Learn about registering to vote, updating or cancelling your registration, voting by military and overseas citizens, voter registration drives, and more.
Government & Elections
Resources for Economic Development in Rural Communities
The Rural Economic Development Division at the N.C. Department of Commerce offers a variety of solutions to help rural communities attract business and economic growth.
Government & Elections
Rural Health Funding Opportunities
Rural Health Funding Opportunities
Government & Elections
State Auditor Hotline
Fight fraud, waste and abuse in state government; (800) 730-TIPS or (800) 730-8477
Government & Elections
State Auditor's Reports
Audits and reviews of state agencies and state money
Government & Elections
Tobacco Trust Fund Grants
Tobacco Trust Fund Grants
Government & Elections
Voter Lookup, Sample Ballot
Provide your voter information to view a sample ballot. Learn which voting districts you are in, including Congressional, State Senate and House, and court districts. View your sample ballot for an upcoming election. Find your voting place, and view your voting history. You must provide voter information to view a sample ballot. There are hundreds of ballot styles across North Carolina for every election, and different voters vote on different contests based on where they live.
Government & Elections
Voter Registration Forms
North Carolina residents may use this application to register to vote or update name, address or party affiliation (Available in Spanish). After completion, mail the signed form to the proper county board of elections office.
Government & Elections
Water Shortage Response Planning
For local governments and communities
Government & Elections
Work for NC
Search for jobs with North Carolina State Government. We are the state’s largest employer with approximately 130,000 employees all working toward a common goal of making North Carolina great. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, branches, and universities, each providing an important public service.
Government & Elections
Flag Alerts
Subscribe to Flag Alerts if you would like to be notified when the Governor orders flags at state facilities flown at half-staff
Government & Elections
NC DOA Scheduling Request
Interested in NC Department of Administration Secretary or a member of the Administration leadership team attending your event?
Government & Elections
Buy a US or NC Flag
Purchase a United States Flag or State of North Carolina Flag online
Government & Elections
Serve on a Board or Commission
Governor is always looking for qualified candidates to represent and serve our diverse state. If you are interested in serving on any of the state's wide range of boards and commissions, please apply.
Government & Elections
Recommend someone to serve on a Board or Commission
Governor is always looking for qualified candidates to represent and serve our diverse state. If you know someone who is interested in serving on any of the state's wide range of boards and commissions, please submit your recommendation.
Government & Elections
Meet the Governor
Send a scheduling request to the Governor. Filling out the request does not guarantee the Governor’s participation.
Government & Elections
Award Request
The Office of the Governor can grant awards to individuals or groups in North Carolina to recognize exemplary service. All North Carolinians, including state employees, are eligible for all awards.
Government & Elections
Letter of Recognition Request
The Office of Governor can provide letters of recognition for special events and occasions held in the state of North Carolina.
Government & Elections
Request a Proclamation
A proclamation is an official document issued by the Governor to commemorate a specific time period (ex. day, week, or month). It brings recognition, awareness, or appreciation to an issue, cause, milestone, or noteworthy event that is relevant and important to North Carolina.
Health
Advance Health Care Directives
Allows citizens to file legal documents called advance health care directives that give written instructions about your health care if, in the future, you are disabled and not able to speak for yourself. This file is secure and available to those a registered person gives access to by providing his/her AHCD ID card.
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Adult Care Facility Inspections, Ratings and Penalties
Adult Care Facility Inspections, Ratings and Penalties
Health
Affordable Health Care Act in NC
Health Care Reform and How It's Implemented in NC
Health
Animal-Borne Diseases
Rabies, anthrax
Health
Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities
Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities
Health
Baby Love
Medicaid for Pregnant Women
Health
Children with Complex Needs
Children ages 5 and under 21, with a developmental and/or intellectual disability and a mental health disorder diagnosis who are Medicaid eligible and at risk of not being able to return to or maintain placement in a community setting.
Health
Chronic Disease
Diabetes, heart disease and stroke, asthma
Health
Communicable Disease
E-coli, rabies, salmonella, mosquito and tick-borne diseases
Health
Complaints about a Licensed Health Care Facility
How to file
Health
Dental Clinics for Low Income
Dental Clinics for Low Income
Health
DHHS Customer Service Hotline
Find health and human services programs and people to help you at 1-800-662-7030.
Health
Early Intervention Programs for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Early Intervention Programs for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Health
Eat Smart Move More
Help for bettering the health of your community
Health
Ebola Information
Ebola Information
Health
Employment Services for People with Disabilities
Employment Services for People with Disabilities
Health
Environmental Contaminants
Environmental Contaminants
Health
Environmental Public Health Data Inventory
Environmental Public Health Data Inventory
Health
e-Pass
Apply online for Food and Nutrition Services, as well as Medical Assistance including Medicaid and NC Health Choice (CHIP). Medicaid and NC Health Choice Beneficiary Portal
Health
Family Caregiver Support
Help when caring for a loved one
Health
Fish Consumption Advisories
Fish Consumption Advisories
Health
Flu
Prevention, symptoms
Health
Food and Nutrition Services
Formerly Food Stamps. Get eligibility requirements, contacts, and complaint contacts.
Health
Health and Human Service Certification, Licensure and Other Approvals
Health and Human Service Certification, Licensure and Other Approvals
Health
Health and Human Services Grants
Funding opportunities for Aging and Adult services; Child Development and Early Education services; Deaf and Hard of Hearing services; Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse services; Rural Health services; Vocational Rehabilitation and more.
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Health Care Personnel Registry
Health Care Personnel Registry
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Health Care Provider Info from DHHS
Health Care Provider Info from DHHS
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Health Care Services for Veterans
Health Care Services for Veterans
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Health Choice for Children
Health care for low income children
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Health Departments
Health Departments
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Health Insurance Smart NC Program
Did your health insurer deny your claim? Smart NC may be able to help.
Health
Immunization
Info for children and adults, requirements for entering child care, school and college
Health
Independent Living Services for People with Disabilities
Independent Living Services for People with Disabilities
Health
Injury and Violence Prevention
Falls, drowning, bikes, ATVs, heat, more
Health
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Books and magazines especially made for people with a visual or physical disability
Health
License to Give Trust Fund Grants
Funding opportunities for Organ & Tissue Donation and Advance Care Planning.
Health
Licensed Health Care Facilities
Lists of health care facilities licensed by the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation. Includes hospitals, hospice, adult care homes, nursing homes, mental health facilities, and more.
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Local Boards of Health
Local Boards of Health
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Local Management Entities for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services
Local Management Entities for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Advocates for Residents of Nursing Homes and Adult Care Homes. The ombudsmen can:
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Medicaid
About Medicaid, who is eligible, how to apply
Health
Medicaid Provider Info for North Carolina
Medicaid Provider Info for North Carolina
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Mental Health Provider Info for North Carolina
Mental Health Provider Info for North Carolina
Health
North Carolina Health Atlas and Trends Interactive Viewer
The North Carolina Health Atlas contains maps of North Carolina that depict county level health and health-related information. The primary purpose of the Atlas is to provide a way to interpret visually a broad range of data and information about the health of North Carolinians.
Health
North Carolina Health Data Query System
A web-based interactive database system that provides customized reports of health data based on variables such as age, race, and/or county.
Health
Opioids
Learn how North Carolina communities are addressing the Opioid Epidemic. Find helpful resources for fighting the crisis.
Health
Report Medicaid Provider Fraud or Abuse
Report fraud committed by Medicaid providers.
Health
Rural Health Funding Opportunities
Rural Health Funding Opportunities
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Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)
Free and unbiased information and counseling on Medicare
Health
Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Health
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
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Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Regional Offices
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Regional Offices
Health
SmokeFreeNC.gov Complaint Form (Reporting Violations)
If you observe or note a possible violation of the law, you can report it to a local health department for further action by completing and submitting the Public Smoking Complaint form.
Health
State Center for Health Statistics
Statewide and local data on birth defects, cancer, minority health and more
Health
State-Operated Facilities
Psychiatric hospitals, alcohol and drug treatment, developmental centers, neuro-medical treatment
Health
Tobacco Trust Fund Grants
Tobacco Trust Fund Grants
Health
Transitions to Community Living Initiative
Provides eligible adults living with serious mental illnesses the opportunity to choose where they live, work and play in North Carolina.
Health
Transparency in Health Care Costs
How hospitals in your area compare on the prices charged for medical procedures
Health
Vector-Borne Diseases
Mosquitoes, ticks and fleas
Health
Veterans Service Locator
Veterans can find local services for employment, housing, health care, education and more.
Health
Vital Records
Obtain birth, death, marriage and divorce certificates, and register name changes. Certificates can be obtained in person, by mail, by phone or online. In person service is available at the county Register of Deeds where the event took place or in the state office in Raleigh.
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Vital Records Online
Order a birth, death, marriage or divorce certificate
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Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment services for people with disabilities
Health
Water Sample Test Results: Inorganic Chemistry
Testing of drinking water for inorganic chemicals.Water samples from both public and private water systems are examined for chemical and/or physical parameters. A private water system (homeowner) can obtain chemical analyses from the State Laboratory only if the sample is submitted through the local health department. These samples are routinely analyzed for alkalinity, arsenic, calcium, chloride, copper, hardness, lead, iron, magnesium, manganese, pH, fluoride, and zinc.
Health
Water Sample Test Results: Microbiology
Results of drinking water tests for microorganisms. Water samples from both public and private water systems are examined. A private water system (homeowner) can obtain chemical analyses from the State Laboratory through the local health department.
Health
Water Sample Test Results: Organic Chemistry
Testing of drinking water organic chemicals. Water samples from both public and private water systems are examined. A private water system (homeowner) can obtain chemical analyses from the State Laboratory through the local health department.
Health
Wells: Testing your Private Well Water
Private well water samples can be submitted to the State Lab through the local health department. The test results are returned to the local health department within three (3) weeks.
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Women's and Children's Health Services
WIC, early hearing detection, genetic counseling, more
Health
Medical Eye Care Program
The Medical Eye Care Program uses every available resource to prevent blindness and restore vision in people who are at risk for losing sight or have lost sight.
Health
Clinic Service for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Provides support to children who have deformities in the growth of the head and facial bones, including cleft lip and cleft palate.
Land & Environment
401 Wetlands and Buffer Permitting Program
The 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch is responsible for implementing the state's waters, wetlands, and riparian buffer regulatory programs and assisting with compliance and enforcement procedures.
Land & Environment
Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund
Funding to support the farming, forestry, and horticulture communities within the agriculture industry.
Land & Environment
Agricultural Laws
Laws regarding animal welfare, food and drug protection, meat inspection, pesticides, eggs and the plant industry.
Land & Environment
Agricultural Licenses and Permits
Access to licenses and permits that are provided by the NC Department of Agriculture and Customer Services (NCDA&CS). Many agricultural occupations and activities must be licensed or permitted, including those who work with animals, pesticides, or drugs, as well as grain buyers and dealers. NCDA&CS also licenses certain food operations, such as frozen desserts.
Land & Environment
Agricultural Statistics
Data on crops, livestock and weather for North Carolina. Statistics by county, including acreage of crops, number of farms, number of livestock and cash receipts. Access to the Annual Agricultural Statistics Book.
Land & Environment
Agriculture and Food
When you want the best, it’s Got to Be NC! North Carolina’s agricultural marketing program promotes the best grown, raised, caught and made products in the state. Find local products and more.
Land & Environment
Air Quality Forecast
Ozone and particle pollution levels
Land & Environment
Air Quality Index
Air Quality Index
Land & Environment
Air Quality Permit Map
View regulated facilities and their permits
Land & Environment
Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Partnership
Identifying, protecting, and restoring the significant resources of the Albemarle-Pamlico estuarine system.
Land & Environment
Become a Certified Environmental Educator
For teachers, scout troop leaders, park rangers, environmental groups and more
Land & Environment
Clean Water Management Trust Fund
We award grants to non-profit and governmental organizations to protect land for natural, historical and cultural benefit, limit encroachment on military installations, restore degraded streams, and develop and improve stormwater treatment technology.
Land & Environment
Coal Ash
Learn how the Department of Environmental Quality is addressing coal ash at facilities across North Carolina, and how we're working to implement the safe excavation and disposal of coal ash. Read the blog.
Land & Environment
Coastal Fishing Licenses
Commercial, recreational and for-hire fishing licenses
Land & Environment
Coastal Hazards
Protect your coastal property from erosion and storms
Land & Environment
Coastal Management Permits
Learn what projects require a CAMA permit, and the regulations you will need to follow.
Land & Environment
Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve Program
The Reserve is a network of 10 protected sites established for long-term research, education and stewardship. This program protects more than 44,000 acres of estuarine land and water, which provides important habitat for wildlife; offers educational opportunities for students, teachers and the public; and serves as living laboratories for scientists.
Land & Environment
Coastal Training Program - Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve
Provide coastal leaders and professionals with science-based training opportunities to promote informed decisions regarding our coastal resources. Local officials, realtors, state agency staff, resource managers, non-profit organizations, and consultants all benefit from access to relevant scientific research and training presented by local experts that improve their understanding of the coastal environment and the impact of local decisions on coastal resources.
Land & Environment
Conservation of Natural Resources
State efforts to preserve natural areas for research, education and recreation, help NC citizens to conserve energy and reduce and recycle waste, and encourage widespread stewardship of North Carolina’s water, air and land.
Land & Environment
Conservation Planning Tool
The North Carolina Conservation Planning Tool provides a valuable means for sharing the priorities of the state’s conservation agencies and organizations with planners in government and the private sectors to inform decisions and guide conservation efforts statewide.
Land & Environment
Cost Share Programs
Soil and Water Conservation District best management practices that improve water resources in NC
Land & Environment
County Cooperative Extension Centers
County Cooperative Extension Centers
Land & Environment
DEQ Grants
Learn about grants associated with coastal and marine sites, water projects and water infrastructure, air quality, and recycling.
Land & Environment
Drinking Water Source Protection
Find ways to protect drinking water sources in your area
Land & Environment
Drinking Water Watch
Check your local water system's compliance with state rules
Land & Environment
Drought Monitor
Drought Monitor
Land & Environment
Educational Resources about NC Agriculture
Educational Resources about NC Agriculture
Land & Environment
Educational State Forests
Seven Educational State Forests (ESFs) designed to teach the public - especially school children - about the forest environment.
Land & Environment
Environmental, Arts & Cultural Funding
Grant opportunities, including the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund, Parks and Recreation Trust Fund, State Trails Recreational Trails Program and more.
Land & Environment
Environmental Education Centers
Explore and learn about NC's environment at these local centers
Land & Environment
Environmental Enhancement Grant (EEG) Program
The NC State Attorney General's Office awards grants annually to projects that will help improve and protect North Carolina's natural resources through the Environmental Enhancement Grant (EEG) program.
Land & Environment
Environmental Farming
Protecting the environment, strengthening communities at the Cherry Research Farm in Goldsboro. Research focuses on alternative, sustainable farming practices.
Land & Environment
Environmental Grants
Land use planning grants, coastal public access grants, drinking water infrastructure loans, energy conservation grants and more.
Land & Environment
Environmental Justice
An overview of the Departments Environmental Justice and Equity programs and resources, including information on the NC Community Mapping System, EJ Reports for certain permit applications, Public Participation and Limited English Proficiency Language Access Plans, and the Secretary’s Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Board. There is also a portal to submit anonymous comments or complaints.
Land & Environment
Environmental Permit Directory
Guide to North Carolina's environmental permits, licenses and certifications
Land & Environment
Environmental Permit Handbook and Other Guidance
Overview of regulatory requirements for various permitted activities regarding the air, water, waste, coast, and more
Land & Environment
Environmental Quality Geographic Data
NC Department of Environmental Quality online maps and data.
Land & Environment
Environmental Regulation Enforcement
How the Department of Environmental Quality  monitors permitted facilities, projects and licensees for compliance
Land & Environment
Environmental Research
Read about the research performed by state employee scientists, engineers and others who are devoted to learning more about our environment by collecting and evaluating hundreds of different types of data; conducting field research; analyzing water, air and soil samples; using GIS mapping techniques; and many other methods of scientific exploration.
Land & Environment
Environmental Resources for Educators
Lesson plans, activities and other resources to teach about clean air, clean water, geology, and recycling.
Land & Environment
Environmental Rules and Regulations
How the Department of Environmental Quality  monitors permitted facilities, projects and licensees for compliance
Land & Environment
Express Environmental Permitting
Quicker permit decisions and certifications as well as consultation to identify necessary environmental requirements.
Land & Environment
Farmer and Agribusiness Resources
Research-based knowledge to help farmers produce high quality crops and livestock in economically and environmentally sustainable ways.
Land & Environment
Farmland Preservation
Assists local governments and nonprofit groups with the conservation of open space.
Land & Environment
Fire Control and Prevention
Protecting state and privately owned forest land from wildfires.
Land & Environment
Fish Kill or Algal Bloom Report Form
Use this new application to report a fish kill or algal bloom to the NC Division of Water Resources staff for further investigation.
Land & Environment
Forest Health
Help keep invasive pests from our forests
Land & Environment
Forest Management
Forest rangers have tools to help you manage forests for maximum growth and environmental benefit.
Land & Environment
Green Growth Toolbox
A guide to help NC counties, towns and cities with tools for growth that conserves wildlife and natural resources.
Land & Environment
Groundwater Resources
Information and regulations on groundwater quality and quantity statewide.
Land & Environment
Have a Wildlife Problem or Concern?
Information about wildlife and their behavior. Ways to prevent conflicts with wildlife and how to deal with wildlife damage. Contacts for Wildlife rehabilitators, Wildlife Damage Control Agents and other partners who may be able to provide on-the-ground assistance.
Land & Environment
How to Stabilize Your Estuarine Shoreline
If you need to stabilize your shoreline, the cause of the problem will determine the steps and the permits you need.
Land & Environment
Jordan Lake Water Quality Rules
Background, requirements, training, local community information
Land & Environment
Land Management
Manage your land to conserve North Carolina wildlife and habitats, whether forest, field or your own backyard.
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Landfill and Other Waste Facilities Directory
Landfill and Other Waste Facilities Directory
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Mitigation Services
Let us help you mitigate environmental impacts of economic development
Land & Environment
Native NC Species
North Carolina is home to a rich diversity of wildlife. Learn about our protected, threatened and endangered wildlife, as well as species that aren’t hunted, trapped or fished.
Land & Environment
Native Trees for Purchase
Order online
Land & Environment
Natural Heritage Conservation
Working with landowners, local, state and federal agencies, non-profit organizations, and corporations to conserve the significant natural areas of the state, through short and long-term agreements, conservation planning and land management assistance.
Land & Environment
Natural Resources Conservation
Information about aquatic nuisance species management, coastal resources, and water conservation.
Land & Environment
NC Accessible Outdoors
In keeping with the intent and spirit of the Americans with Disability Act, great strides have been made toward providing reasonable access and opportunities for sportsmen with disabilities.
Land & Environment
NC Coastal Reserve
Visit 10 sites that preserve unique coastal environments for research, education and recreations
Land & Environment
Open Burning
Limits on outdoor burning
Land & Environment
Parks and Recreation Reservations
Campgrounds, picnic shelters, other facilities
Land & Environment
Permit Application Tracker
The tracker system allows applicants and the public to check the status of pending environmental permit applications or plan approvals. Search by location, permit type, facility name, permit number and by milestone in the review process. Track progress from the date of receipt until a final decision is made.
Land & Environment
Pesticide Container Recycling
The Pesticide Environmental Trust Fund administers the Pesticide Container Recycling Program, which has kept more than 3 million pounds of pesticide containers out of landfills since 1995.
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Pesticide License Renewal-Online
Pesticide License Renewal-Online
Land & Environment
Pesticides
Registration, licensing, disposal, more
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Plant Conservation Program
Protects threatened or endangered native plant species and conservation areas.
Land & Environment
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
Plant Disease and Insect Clinic
Land & Environment
Plant Protection
Protect agriculture and the environment from destructive and invasive insects, diseases and plants
Land & Environment
Pollen Report
Find the most recent pollen report for Raleigh, North Carolina.
Land & Environment
Public Involvement in Environmental Stewardship
Learn how you can keep our air and water clean and how to keep waste out of our landfills.
Land & Environment
Recreational Water Quality Program
Protects public health by monitoring NC’s coastal recreational waters and notifying the public when waters are considered not safe for swimming.
Land & Environment
Recycling
Recycling assistance for local governments, businesses and citizens.
Land & Environment
Shooting Ranges
The N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission's shooting ranges provide a safe, controlled and organized environment for sportsmen and recreational shooters alike. Consult the interactive map for details on public and private shooting ranges throughout the state.
Land & Environment
Smoking Vehicle Complaint Form
Submit this form to file a complaint against a motor vehicle spewing excessive exhaust.
Land & Environment
Soil Testing
Soil samples and other agronomic testing helps farmers and homeowners fine-tune nutrient applications and prevent overuse of fertilizers.
Land & Environment
State Energy Program
Helping grow the state’s green energy economy. The office works with business, industry and non-profits to build a positive business climate to help them be more energy efficient and productive. In addition, the office promotes and helps businesses understand the benefits of various tax credits that make going and growing energy green work for the bottom line.
Land & Environment
State Forests
In addition to the Educational State Forests, the N.C. Forest Service has three state forests open to the public that include: DuPont State Recreational Forest, Headwaters State Forest (new in 2018), Bladen Lakes State Forest.
Land & Environment
State Parks
The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.
Land & Environment
Stormwater
Permits, local government assistance, maps, citizen resources, report violations
Land & Environment
Stormwater Violation Reporting
Discharges Into Storm Drains, Streets, Culverts, Rivers, Creeks
Land & Environment
Termites and Other Household Pests
Termites and Other Household Pests
Land & Environment
Training in Environmental Topics
Learn about environmental topics, including air quality, coastal and water resources, natural heritage, and waste management
Land & Environment
Waste Management
Solid waste, hazardous waste, underground storage tanks
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Water Conservation
Works with landowners to identify ways to develop and protect water resources.
Land & Environment
Water Sample Test Results: Inorganic Chemistry
Testing of drinking water for inorganic chemicals.Water samples from both public and private water systems are examined for chemical and/or physical parameters. A private water system (homeowner) can obtain chemical analyses from the State Laboratory only if the sample is submitted through the local health department. These samples are routinely analyzed for alkalinity, arsenic, calcium, chloride, copper, hardness, lead, iron, magnesium, manganese, pH, fluoride, and zinc.
Land & Environment
Water Sample Test Results: Microbiology
Results of drinking water tests for microorganisms. Water samples from both public and private water systems are examined. A private water system (homeowner) can obtain chemical analyses from the State Laboratory through the local health department.
Land & Environment
Water Sample Test Results: Organic Chemistry
Testing of drinking water organic chemicals. Water samples from both public and private water systems are examined. A private water system (homeowner) can obtain chemical analyses from the State Laboratory through the local health department.
Land & Environment
Water Shortage Response Planning
For local governments and communities
Land & Environment
Weatherization Assistance Program
Help for low-income North Carolinians to save energy and reduce their utility bills.
Land & Environment
Wildlife Action Plan
A comprehensive management tool that helps conserve and enhance the state’s full array of fish and wildlife species and their habitats.
Land & Environment
Wildlife Conservation
Wildlife conservation and habitat management take all of us working together, from hunters and anglers to backyard birders to town officials. Find out how you can get involved.
Land & Environment
Wildlife Conservation Programs for Municipalities and Counties
Local governments, including municipalities and counties, are critical partners for conservation. Expand your involvement.
Land & Environment
Wildlife Regulations Digest
Regulations digest for hunting, trapping, inland fishing, and nongame wildlife.
Land & Environment
Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Program Grants
Information about the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Program (APNEP) grants which may be of interest to agricultural communities, coastal nonprofits, educators, engineers, local governments, planners and other watershed partners.
Land & Environment
Environmental Stewardship Initiative
A free, voluntary program that provides technical assistance and networking opportunities to stimulate the development and implementation of programs that use pollution prevention and innovative approaches to meet and go beyond regulatory requirements.
Land & Environment
Waste Reduction Partners
Waste Reduction Partners helps organizations, at no charge to the organizations, improve environmental and energy management through efficiency techniques that save money.  The WRP team conducts on-site assessments and provides consulting services to businesses and public facilities throughout North Carolina.
Land & Environment
NC Wetlands
Learn all about NC's wetlands, find public wetlands near you, view/download free educational materials, view/use over 4,000 wetland photos, watch educational wetland videos, read summaries and see raw data from past wetland projects, and review wetland permit requirements/procedures.
Recreation
Aquariums
Fort Fisher, Pine Knoll Shores, Roanoke Island, Jennette's Pier
Recreation
Artist Directory
Film, literary, performing and visual artists. A creative industry database for artists, arts organizations and the public.
Recreation
Arts & Culture Funding
Grants for individuals and organizations to foster historical, cultural, recreational, and environmental pursuits.
Recreation
Beach and Waterfront Access
Map to help you find public beach and waterfront access sites, with parking and restroom info
Recreation
Bicycle Routes & Maps
Plan your next bicycle ride using the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Bike Routes app, which features turn-by-turn directions, destination information and elevation profiles.
Recreation
Birding Trail
Linking 300+ birdwatching sites and birders
Recreation
Boat and Jet Ski Registration and Renewal
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission offers various services to vessel owners to promote safety, establish ownership, and ultimately support the public's enjoyment of water sports and recreation. This site provides information about vessel registration and titling requirements, fees and frequently asked questions.
Recreation
Boating
Boaters can explore more than 5,000 miles of North Carolina waters. Find a boat ramp near you. Title and register your vessel. Get information on regulations and safety requirements here.
Recreation
Boating Access Locator
With more than 300,000 registered vessels in North Carolina, boating is one of the state’s most popular activities year-round.  The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission provides more than 200 free Boating Access Areas (BAA) to 100 different bodies of water.
Recreation
Clean Water Management Trust Fund
We award grants to non-profit and governmental organizations to protect land for natural, historical and cultural benefit, limit encroachment on military installations, restore degraded streams, and develop and improve stormwater treatment technology.
Recreation
Coastal Recreational Fishing
Information about recreational fishing in coastal waters.
Recreation
Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve Program
The Reserve is a network of 10 protected sites established for long-term research, education and stewardship. This program protects more than 44,000 acres of estuarine land and water, which provides important habitat for wildlife; offers educational opportunities for students, teachers and the public; and serves as living laboratories for scientists.
Recreation
Cultural Resources Collections
Search and browse artifacts from North Carolina's state museums and historic sites
Recreation
Cultural Trails
Guides for exploring some of North Carolina's best arts experiences, produced by the NC Arts Council
Recreation
Education Lottery
Latest numbers and games. How to claim. Where the money goes. Retail locations.
Recreation
Family History and Genealogy Resources
Research your family history
Recreation
Fishing
Location, species, stocking schedules, laws.
Recreation
Gameland Interactive Map
These maps have been compiled by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission as an aid to hunters, trappers and fishermen who use the two million acres of North Carolina game lands. Tract boundaries as pictured in these maps may not be precise but are approximations of actual locations. Game land users should identify boundaries on the ground before hunting, trapping or fishing. Game lands are posted with signs to aid sportsmen in locating each tract. Be sure to refer to Hunting/Trapping regulations to identify regulations and exceptions specific to game lands.
Recreation
Genealogical Resources from the State Library
Reference materials, census records, family records, county histories and abstracts, genealogical and related databases
Recreation
Golf Courses
Find one near you
Recreation
Grants for Artists and Arts Organizations
The N.C. Arts Council’s grants are one of the many ways we invest in sustaining and advancing the most diverse and widespread networks of arts organizations in the country. In fact, 80-percent of our funds flow directly to arts organizations and artists across North Carolina.
Recreation
Grants for Historic Preservation
Federal pass-through grants for historic preservation projects from the State Historic Preservation Office
Recreation
Green Travel
Find businesses who are committed to environmental standards, including lodging, wineries, breweries, attractions and festivals.
Recreation
Highway Historical Markers Search
Search the Highway Historical Markers
Recreation
Historic Map Search
Historic Map Search
Recreation
Historical Publications
View or purchase
Recreation
Hunt NC Farmland
Hunt NC Farmland
Recreation
Hunting
Start your hunt here with information on seasons, bag limits, licenses, safety requirements, public and private hunting access opportunities and more.
Recreation
Hunting, or Trapping License
Purchase your hunting, or trapping license here.
Recreation
Inland Fishing, Hunting and Trapping Regulations Digest
Hunting, trapping, inland fishing, and nongame wildlife regulations.
Recreation
Interactive Map of the National Register of Historic Places in NC
This application was created by the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office as an aid to planning and research. Site locations and boundaries are drawn from georeferenced scans of National Register and historic property survey maps supplemented with aerial photography, county tax parcel layers, and other sources. Data layers in this map are updated daily from the current HPO geodatabase.
Recreation
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Books and magazines especially made for people with a visual or physical disability
Recreation
Lodging
Find a place to stay during your next trip in North Carolina. Find a place to stay. Hotels, motels, B&Bs, cabins, vacation rentals
Recreation
Museum of Natural Sciences
North Carolina's most-visited museum and the largest natural sciences museum in the South, exploring our natural world through interactive exhibits, educational films, and hands-on learning areas.
Recreation
Museums
North Carolina's state museums
Recreation
NC Accessible Outdoors
In keeping with the intent and spirit of the Americans with Disability Act, great strides have been made toward providing reasonable access and opportunities for sportsmen with disabilities.
Recreation
NC Digital Collections
Online history, government, and genealogical resources of the State Archives and State Library
Recreation
NC Trails
The NC Trails Program works to support and promote trails of all types across North Carolina. Focus is given to developing sustainable trails, efficient trail maintenance, safety on trails, promotion of trails and working towards accessible trail options. North Carolina is home to six State Trails that share legal status as components of the State Parks System. The Mountains to Sea State trail is among the North Carolina State Trails.
Recreation
NC Travel Guide and Civil War Map Guide
Order these free printed travel guides and discover everything North Carolina offers for your next visit. Digital versions are available for immediate download.
Recreation
NCpedia
Facts about NC
Recreation
North Carolina Byways
Experience a bit of North Carolina’s rich history, vast geography and breathtaking scenery on one of the N.C. Department of Transportation’s 61 scenic byways – safe and interesting alternatives to major highways and interstates.
Recreation
Parks and Recreation Reservations
Campgrounds, picnic shelters, other facilities
Recreation
Search the State Archives
Search the State Archives
Recreation
Search the State Historical Artifacts Collections
From NC museums and historical sites
Recreation
Shellfish Harvesting Maps
Which coastal waters are open or closed to shellfish harvesting
Recreation
Shooting Ranges
The N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission's shooting ranges provide a safe, controlled and organized environment for sportsmen and recreational shooters alike. Consult the interactive map for details on public and private shooting ranges throughout the state.
Recreation
State Archives
The State Archives provides guidance on preservation and management of government records and collects, preserves and provides public access to historically significant archival materials relating to North Carolina.
Recreation
State Fair
State Fair
Recreation
State Library of NC
Genealogy, NC history, government documents, and online research, Government & Heritage Library, and public library development. Search the online catalog.
Recreation
State Maps
Order or download the free North Carolina State Transportation Map, a popular travel resource since it was first printed more than a century ago.
Recreation
State Parks
The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.
Recreation
Swimming Advisories for Coastal Waters
Swimming Advisories for Coastal Waters
Recreation
Things to Do at Natural and Cultural Sites across NC
Interested in hearing a lecture by an art or history expert? Want to see artifacts from Blackbeard's flagship being conserved and displayed? Between lectures, tours, hands-on art making, living history programs, concerts, family festivals and opportunities to explore wide open spaces, Natural and Cultural Resources truly has something for everyone. Please join us!
Recreation
Trapping
Regulated trapping is an integral component of wildlife conservation programs, as it controls abundant wildlife, removes nuisance animals, aids in restoring native species, and protects habitat, property and threatened and endangered species.
Recreation
Traveler Information in Real-Time
Traffic, road conditions/closures, weather, events that cause severe and unusual congestion
Recreation
Trips and Travel Ideas from Cultural Resources
Trips for exploring North Carolina's natural & cultural resources by theme, including the Civil War, African American experience and more
Recreation
Visit NC
Plan a trip in North Carolina
Recreation
Visit NC Farms
The Visit NC Farms mobile app is expanding statewide and currently offers over 400 destinations of local farms & fisheries, farmers markets, pick your own operations, local food and drink, farm stays and lodging, tours and trails, and community events.
Recreation
VisitNC Event Calendar
Events make traveling more fun, and our calendar makes planning your getaway around a signature event easy to do. From a hammer throw competition at the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games, a concert like the John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival, the Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament, or seasonal events like July 4th celebrations and Christmas light displays, search the VisitNC calendar for the perfect event for you.
Recreation
WalkBikeNC
Learn more about how the N.C. North Department of Transportation works for bicyclists and pedestrians at WalkBikeNC. While you’re there, check out local resources or map your next bike ride across North Carolina.
Recreation
Wineries in NC
Descriptions, locations and tasting rooms
Recreation
Zoo
NC Zoo
Recreation
Accessibility at NC parks, museums, cultural sites
Where possible, our sites provide amenities such as assistive listening devices, Braille signage, wheelchairs, accessible facilities and other features to assist those who need them.
Recreation
Mapping Assistance
Explore History through Historical Maps, Historic Places Statewide, Local Historic Sites and Museums, Archived GIS data, Highway Historical Markers.
Recreation
Historic Sites
Pan for gold at the site of North America's first Gold Rush, relive a colonial or Civil War battle and more at these historic places that tell the North Carolina story.
Recreation
Sightseeing Tours
Sightseeing tours in North Carolina
Recreation
North Carolina Symphony
From selections from the greatest hits of classical music like Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 to fan favorites from the world's best films to engaging concerts of accessible music specifically chosen with kids in mind, the nation's first state-supported symphony offers something for everyone.
Recreation
North Carolina Cultural Adventure
North Carolina has such a wealth of wonderful arts experiences that it's hard to know where to begin. Five web-based guides, produced by the N.C. Arts Council, highlight noteworthy cultural destinations available in different parts of the state. Guides cover music, literature, craft, performing arts and more.
Recreation
Site Rentals
Looking for a unique place to host a meeting, corporate party, wedding, concert or other special occasion? Here are all of our sites that have rental options available! North Carolina boasts nearly 100 state parks, museums, historic sites, aquariums and other attractions. Click on place's title to learn more, or on the Rental Options link for rental information.
Recreation
Capital Area Visitor Services
Schedule tours of downtown Raleigh museums, the State Capitol and Governor's Mansion for tour groups and school groups
Recreation
Museum Summer Camps
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences offers summer camps for campers ages 5-12.
Recreation
Fort Fisher Aquarium Summer Camps
North Carolina Aquariums offer summer camps for campers ages 5-12. Trained marine educators lead activities and introduce campers to live animals in a safe and fun atmosphere.
Recreation
Pine Knoll Shores Aquarium Summer Camps
North Carolina Aquariums offer summer camps for campers ages 5-12. Trained marine educators lead activities and introduce campers to live animals in a safe and fun atmosphere.
Recreation
Roanoke Island Aquarium Summer Camps
North Carolina Aquariums offer summer camps for campers ages 5-12. Trained marine educators lead activities and introduce campers to live animals in a safe and fun atmosphere.
Recreation
Jennette's Pier Aquarium Summer Camps
North Carolina Aquariums offer summer camps for campers ages 5-12. Trained marine educators lead activities and introduce campers to live animals in a safe and fun atmosphere.
Recreation
Zoo Summer Camps
North Carolina Zoo offers camp programs for elementary, middle and high school students.
Recreation
State Capitol Parking
Interactive Map for Parking in Raleigh Downtown
Safety
Address Confidentiality for Domestic Violence Victims
Keep abusers from discovering your new address.
Safety
Alcohol Law Enforcement
Special agents target problematic ABC-licensed or illegal establishments that attract violence, drug, and gang activity; and address criminal or administrative violations of the alcoholic beverage control laws.
Safety
Amber Alerts
A statewide, voluntary effort among state radio and television broadcasters, NCDOT and the Center for Missing Persons to quickly disseminate information regarding abducted children.
Safety
Animal Welfare
Protect animals from cruel treatment by reporting animal cruelty.
Safety
Child Abuse
Prevent it, report it
Safety
Child Safety on Social Media Sites and the Internet
Learn how parents and children should become aware of the dangers that can be found online or on social media.
Safety
Council for Women Grants
Council for Women Grants
Safety
Crime Statistics
North Carolina crime statistics are reports submitted to the State Bureau of Investigation from law enforcement agencies across the state.  The SBI provides the collection of data as part of the Uniform Crime Reporting Program, a nationwide effort administered by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Crimes statistics are tallied for violent crime, property crime, age of perpetrator, offenses by type of weapon, offenses by relationship of victim to offender, and by city and county.
Safety
Crime Victim Compensation
Victims Compensation Services reimburses citizens who suffer medical expenses and lost wages as a result of being an innocent victim of a crime committed in North Carolina. Victims of rape, assault, child sexual abuse, domestic violence, and drunk driving, as well as the families of homicide victims can apply for financial help.
Safety
Crime Victims
Assistance, compensation and notification
Safety
Cybersecurity Awareness
Easy-to-follow tips and best practices when online to help protect your privacy and stay safe against online scams, ransomware attacks and other cyber-threats and cyber-crimes.
Safety
Death Penalty in NC
History, who's on death row
Safety
Disaster Recovery Grants
State and federal funding for recovery programs that help North Carolina communities rebuild after natural disasters and public health emergencies.
Safety
Disaster Repair
Avoiding scams and frauds in the wake of a storm or other disaster.
Safety
Emergency Management Grants
North Carolina Emergency Management helps local and state partners secure federal funding and develop and implement capabilities to address the state's ability to prevent, protect, respond and recover for all hazards, both man-made and natural.
Safety
Emergency Evacuation Plans
Each type of emergency has different evacuation routes. Follow the orders of your local emergency management officials.
Safety
Family Preparedness for Emergencies
You and your family members may not be in the same place when an emergency happens. It is important to plan ahead and talk about what you will do before, during and after an emergency.
Safety
Fire and Rescue Grants and Relief Fund
Funding opportunities for Volunteer Rescue - Emergency Medical Service (EMS) services.
Safety
Flood Mapping Information System
Am I at risk for flooding?
Safety
Governor's Highway Safety Program Grants
Funding to support the efforts of law enforcement agencies, local governments, community​ organizations, schools and nonprofits to reduce traffic crashes in North Carolina.
Safety
Injury and Violence Prevention
Falls, drowning, bikes, ATVs, heat, more
Safety
Internet Safety
Learn how to be safe online.
Safety
Missing Persons
The N.C. Center for Missing Persons serves as the clearinghouse for information regarding missing children and adults and is charged with issuing AMBER Alerts, Silver Alerts and Blue Alerts.
Safety
NCDOL Training Calendars
View and register for upcoming training opportunities.
Safety
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Workplace education, training and technical assistance for employers and employees.
Safety
Offender Search
Inmates, probationers, parolees, both current and past
Safety
Opioids
Learn how North Carolina communities are addressing the Opioid Epidemic. Find helpful resources for fighting the crisis.
Safety
OSH Publications
Industry guides, books, posters, brochures
Safety
Personal and Public Safety
Tips on general, home, roadway, and school/workplace  safety
Safety
Protect Kids on the Internet
Computers and smart phones can expose children to unwanted online dangers. Learn how to protect your kids on the Internet.
Safety
Public Safety Grants
The Department of Public Safety administers federal criminal justice block grants through the Governor's Crime Commission and homeland security, disaster preparedness and disaster recovery grants through the Division of Emergency Management.
Safety
Report Human Trafficking
Learn about Human Trafficking and report suspected cases.
Safety
Safe Kids
Protect your child from accidental injuries
Safety
Safety Education Training for Public or Private Employers
Safety Education Training for Public or Private Employers
Safety
Security Breaches
Report a Security Breach to the Attorney General’s Office.
Safety
Severe Weather Preparedness
All parts of North Carolina have been hit by tornadoes, floods, hurricanes, lightning strikes, snow and ice storms. These natural disasters have caused power outages, property damage, damage to the land, and breaks in food and water supplies. Learn how to be prepared to weather these disasters.
Safety
Sex Offender Registry
See if registered sex offenders live nearby.
Safety
Silver Alerts
To help protect an increasing population of individuals that suffer from dementia or other cognitive impairment, North Carolina developed the Silver Alert program to quickly locate missing persons who may be endangered. Read the criteria and procedures for Silver Alerts, and find the active alerts when an adult is missing.
Safety
Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification
North Carolina Statewide Automated Victim Assistance and Notification, NC SAVAN, is a criminal justice information-sharing system that supports automated victim notification. NC SAVAN operates a 24-hour toll-free automated offender information and notification service. Individuals may call the toll-free number, 877-NC SAVAN, 877-627-2826, to learn about an offender's status, to register for offender notification or to learn about victim assistance resources in their area.
Safety
Watch for Me NC
“Watch for Me NC” is North Carolina’s statewide safety and awareness campaign geared toward bicycle and pedestrian safety, education and enforcement.
Safety
Women's Advocacy and Support Programs
Batterer intervention, sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking.
Safety
Workplace Safety and Health: Industry guides, books, posters, fact sheets
Workplace Safety and Health: Industry guides, books, posters, fact sheets
Safety
Interstate Compact Offender Tracking
This search tool from the Interstate Commission on Adult Offender Supervision (ICAOS) provides information on probationers or parolees whose supervision has been transferred to another state.
Safety
Law Enforcement Search
Search Adult Correction database by last name or ID for up-to-date information on North Carolina inmates, probationers and parolees. Create offender photo lineups and access offender information for law enforcement investigators.
Safety
Rape Victim Assistance
The Rape Victims Assistance Program pays for the cost of a forensic medical examination. State law instructs medical providers who perform the forensic medical examination to refrain from billing the victim or the victim’s personal insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or any other collateral source for the examination. Instead, the law requires that service providers who conduct the exam bill the RVAP for the cost
Safety
Private Protective Services License
Private Security License
Safety
Alarm System Licensing
License for alarm system installation
Safety
Governor's Crime Commission Grants
The Governor's Crime Commission administers federal block grants for criminal justice, juvenile justice, and victims service programs in North Carolina. The Commission administers about $100 million of grants each year and assures that money is disbursed according to federal and state governmental regulations during the life of the grants.
Safety
Emergency Management Grants
North Carolina Emergency Management helps local and state partners secure federal funding and develop and implement capabilities to address the state's ability to prevent, protect, respond and recover for all hazards, both man-made and natural.
Safety
Crisis Services
Crisis and emergency services in North Carolina for mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities issues.
Social Programs
Broadband Assistance
The Affordable Connectivity Program gives low-income households a discount on internet services so they don’t have to decide between purchasing broadband or other necessities.
Social Programs
Address Confidentiality for Domestic Violence Victims
Keep abusers from discovering your new address.
Social Programs
Adult Care Home Assistance
Help when staying in an assisted living home
Social Programs
Adult Care Home Star Ratings
Adult Care Home Star Ratings
Social Programs
Adult Protective Services
Disabled adults are vulnerable to abuse, neglect, and exploitation. County departments of social services receive and evaluate reports to determine whether disabled adults are in need of protective services and what services are needed
Social Programs
Amber Alerts
A statewide, voluntary effort among state radio and television broadcasters, NCDOT and the Center for Missing Persons to quickly disseminate information regarding abducted children.
Social Programs
Become a Child Care Provider
How do I start a Family Child Care in my Home or How do I become a Child Care Provider
Social Programs
Child Abuse
Prevent it, report it
Social Programs
Child Care
Child Care
Social Programs
Child Care Facility Search
Child Care Facility Search
Social Programs
Child Support Services
Child Support Services
Social Programs
Council for Women Grants
Council for Women Grants
Social Programs
File a Child Care Program Complaint
File a Child Care Program Complaint
Social Programs
Financial Assistance for Child Care
See if you qualify for Financial Assistance for Child chare.
Social Programs
Court Help Topics
Find information and common answers to frequently asked questions about court and legal issues. Court records Criminal law Disability and special needs Divorce Domestic violence Family and children Fees and payments Find an attorney Going to court Guardianship Housing Jury service Lawsuits and small claims Traffic and vehicles Wills and estates
Social Programs
Court Programs
Court programs create pathways for resolving conflict in a less adversarial, more effective way. Find court programs and information available, including access and visitation, child custody and visitation, mediation, arbitration, domestic violence, family court, Guardian ad Litem, language access services, school justice partnerships, human trafficking issues, and more.
Social Programs
Crime Victims
Assistance, compensation and notification
Social Programs
DHHS Customer Service Hotline
Find health and human services programs and people to help you at 1-800-662-7030.
Social Programs
Employment Services for People with Disabilities
Employment Services for People with Disabilities
Social Programs
e-Pass
Apply online for Food and Nutrition Services, as well as Medical Assistance including Medicaid and NC Health Choice (CHIP). Medicaid and NC Health Choice Beneficiary Portal
Social Programs
Family Caregiver Support
Help when caring for a loved one
Social Programs
Food and Nutrition Services
Formerly Food Stamps. Get eligibility requirements, contacts, and complaint contacts.
Social Programs
Guardian ad Litem
The North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (GAL) program equips community volunteers to serve abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court. All GAL advocates are trained, supervised, and supported by program staff in each county of the state. The collaborative model of GAL attorney advocates, volunteers, and staff ensures that all North Carolina children who are alleged by the Department of Social Services to have been abused or neglected receive GAL legal advocacy services. Learn more about how you can get involved and be the voice for a child.
Social Programs
Health and Human Service Certification, Licensure and Other Approvals
Health and Human Service Certification, Licensure and Other Approvals
Social Programs
Housing Assistance for Veterans
Through partnerships with Federal, State and Local providers, NC4VETS is your one-stop-shop to ensure that all veterans and their families are aware of the many options available to fulfill all of their emergency or home ownership needs.
Social Programs
Independent Living Services for People with Disabilities
Independent Living Services for People with Disabilities
Social Programs
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Books and magazines especially made for people with a visual or physical disability
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Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Online Catalog
Search the catalog
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Advocates for Residents of Nursing Homes and Adult Care Homes. The ombudsmen can:
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Medicaid
About Medicaid, who is eligible, how to apply
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Missing Persons
The N.C. Center for Missing Persons serves as the clearinghouse for information regarding missing children and adults and is charged with issuing AMBER Alerts, Silver Alerts and Blue Alerts.
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NC Kids Adoption and Foster Care Network
Meet the available children
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NC SNAP
SNAP delivers food assistance to elderly individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
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Opioids
Learn how North Carolina communities are addressing the Opioid Epidemic. Find helpful resources for fighting the crisis.
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Programs and Services for American Indians
Programs and Services for American Indians
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Protect Kids on the Internet
Computers and smart phones can expose children to unwanted online dangers. Learn how to protect your kids on the Internet.
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Report Human Trafficking
Learn about Human Trafficking and report suspected cases.
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Safe Kids
Protect your child from accidental injuries
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Schools for the Blind and Deaf
Schools for the Blind and Deaf
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Senior Services
Senior Services provides in-home care services and have a list of facilities that provide full-time care and other special services and assistance to help older adults continue to live full and happy lives. Includes adult day care, senior centers, housing assistance, transportation, adult protection
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Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired
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Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
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Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Regional Offices
Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Regional Offices
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Silver Alerts
To help protect an increasing population of individuals that suffer from dementia or other cognitive impairment, North Carolina developed the Silver Alert program to quickly locate missing persons who may be endangered. Read the criteria and procedures for Silver Alerts, and find the active alerts when an adult is missing.
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Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
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Summer Food Program Grants
Feed children in summer programs
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Veteran Services
Local support, benefits, long-term care
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Veterans Service Locator
Veterans can find local services for employment, housing, health care, education and more.
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Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment services for people with disabilities
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Women's Advocacy and Support Programs
Batterer intervention, sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking.
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Women's and Children's Health Services
WIC, early hearing detection, genetic counseling, more
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Aging and Adult Services
Works to promote the independence and enhance the dignity of North Carolina's older adults, seniors, persons with disabilities and their families through a community based system of opportunities, services, benefits and protections.
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Low-income Services
Low-Income Services give you access to health care, child care, housing, financial and nutrition assistance regardless of your financial status. These services can range from temporary to long-standing assistances.
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Work First Family Assistance
Promotes a strengths-based, family-centered practice approach and works to protect the health and safety of all North Carolinians and provide essential human services.
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Heath Check
Medicaid for Children. Provides medically necessary health care services to Medicaid-eligible children.
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Disaster Preparation and Recovery
Resources to assist you before, during and after severe weather and other disasters or emergencies. Hurricane recovery.
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Mental Health and Substance Abuse
The Mental Health and Substance Abuse section offers addiction and substance abuse services, mental health services and information about treatment centers.
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Pregnancy Services
Assists women during and after pregnancy. We provide family planning programs to help reduce the occurrence of unplanned pregnancies and offer education to parents and future parents to teach them how to properly care for their child(ren).
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Veteran Services
Veteran’s services provide support for veterans and their families, including military benefits, veteran’s education, health care, employment services and counseling services.
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Refugee Services
A short-term transitional program that helps refugees and other eligible recipients become economically self-sufficient.
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Child Welfare Services
Information about adoption, child protective services, foster care, licensing, independent living services and more.
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Disability Determination Services
DDS makes medical determinations for Social Security and state Medicaid Disability claims.
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Driving While Impaired
Assistance in finding a DWI Services Provider.
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Hope4NC
Free and confidential emotional support, counseling referrals, and community resources.
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NC START
North Carolina Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Resources and Treatment (NCSTART) is a community crisis prevention and intervention program for individuals age 6 and above with intellectual/developmental disability and co-occurring complex behavioral and/or mental health needs.
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Office of Economic Opportunity
Resources for the poor whose income is below the poverty level and who do not receive welfare benefits.
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Rural Health Programs
Assists underserved communities by improving access, quality and cost-effectiveness of health care.
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Client Assistance Program
Client Assistance Program (CAP) assists individuals with disabilities in understanding and using rehabilitation services.
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Independent Living Services for the Blind
Provides comprehensive, quality services to assist you in adjusting to your vision loss and learning to live independently and safely in your home and community.
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Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind
If you are blind or visually impaired Vocational Rehabilitation services can help you find a job, keep a job or return to work.
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Sign Language Interpreter/Transliterator Directory
Directory of contact information for Sign Language Interpreter/Transliterator.
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Service Animal Registration
Registration of Service Animals for People with Disabilities
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DHHS Grants
Information about DHHS Grant Opportunities
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Application for Adult Care Assisted Living
State and County Special Assistance provides a cash supplement to low income individuals to help pay for room and board in residential facilities
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Department of Revenue Service Centers
Location and contact information for NCDOR regional service centers.
Taxes
e-Business Tax Center
File and Pay taxes
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Income Taxes
File state income taxes electronically
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Reports and Statistics on Taxes in North Carolina
Analysis and data for NC taxes
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State Income Tax Refund
Check the status
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Tax Info for Businesses
Learn about corporate taxes, sales taxes, withholding and more.
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Tax Information for Individuals
Income tax, estate tax, gifts, trust, tax forms, more
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Tax Structure of NC
Learn about the major state tax types.
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Taxpayer's Bill of Rights
Explanation of NC tax laws and taxpayer rights.
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Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and Federal Tax Lien Filings and Research
Giving notice of a security interest in personal property to interested third parties
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Withholding State Taxes for Employees
Get important information and updates on income tax withholding.
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Adopt-a-Highway
Get involved with North Carolina's Adopt-A-Highway Program, which helps remove litter from roadsides and educating the public about the importance of proper trash disposal.
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Auto Emissions Testing
Car and truck inspections
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Bicycle Routes & Maps
Plan your next bicycle ride using the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Bike Routes app, which features turn-by-turn directions, destination information and elevation profiles.
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BikeSafe North Carolina
Learn more about BikeSafe North Carolina, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s training program for motorcyclists looking to improve their riding technique and travel safer on North Carolina roads.
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Bridge Statistics
Information about North Carolina's bridges, pipes and culverts maintained by the N.C. Department of Transportation.
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Car Insurance
Consumer guides to insuring your vehicle
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Certification programs for small and underutilized businesses
Apply for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification. NCDOT is committed to ensuring all North Carolina businesses have the opportunity to participate in our projects. We advocate, administer, implement, and monitor equal employment opportunity programs for recipients of state and federal funds.
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Commercial Driver Licenses
Learn more about how to apply for a commercial driver license or learner permit in North Carolina, including eligibility, renewal and insurance requirements, or download a copy of the N.C. Commercial Driver License Manual.
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Commercial Insurance Lapse
Pay Motor Carrier Insurance Penalty.
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Contact NCDMV
Reach out to NCDMV with this convenient Contact Us form.
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Contact NCDOT
Contact N.C. Department of Transportation for reporting issues, submitting questions, filing claims, media contacts, etc.
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Doing Business with NCDOT
Bringing Business and N.C. Department of Transportation together with online collaboration.
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DOT Project Progress
Get the latest county-by-county information about active construction projects and road closures with the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Project Progress Report.
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DMV Services for Military Personnel
​The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles offers current and retired personnel of the U.S. Armed Forces convenient options for renewing vehicle registrations, driver licenses as well as active-duty military and veteran designations.
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Driver License Online Renewal
Renew your North Carolina driver license online up to six months before it expires anytime and anywhere as long as you have a valid, unexpired, regular Class C driver license (some restrictions apply).
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Driver Licenses
Learn more about driving and driver licenses in North Carolina.
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Driving Record Requests
Order a copy of your North Carolina driving history as it appears in N.C. Division of Motor Vehicle records.
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Duplicate Driver License & ID
Moved, lost or damaged your North Carolina driver license or ID? Order a replacement with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles’ convenient online app.
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Emissions & Safety Inspections
Learn more about safety and emissions inspections required for titling and registering a vehicle in North Carolina.
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Ferry Reservations
Headed to the North Carolina Outer Banks? Don’t forget when planning your trip to reserve a ferry if you’re headed to Cedar Island, Ocracoke or Swan Quarter.
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Ferry Routes, Schedules & Reservations
Learn more about the North Carolina Ferry System’s more-than-20 ferries, their routes, schedules and other information you need when planning your trip to coastal North Carolina.
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Free Roadside Assistance
NCDOT Safety Patrol is a free service that provides roadway assistance in covered areas to stranded motorists, regardless of their insurance provider.
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Getting a Driver License or Learner Permit
Learn more about how to apply for or renew a North Carolina driver license or learner permit, including requirements, restrictions, fees, or download a copy of the North Carolina Driver’s Handbook.
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Graduated Licensing
Teens at least 15 years old who have received a Driving Eligibility Certificate and a Driver's Education Certificate from an approved driver education course can apply at an NCDMV driver license office for a North Carolina graduated license.
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Highway Project Search & Information
Find out about the N.C. Department of Transportation’s current, future and proposed road construction projects and public meetings across North Carolina.
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Instant Titles
The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles offers an expedited titling service – referred to as an instant title – in which titles are processed and issued the same day or next business day.
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License Plates
To get a new North Carolina license plate, a vehicle must be titled and registered with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles and also pass a safety inspection, and if necessary, an emissions inspection.
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Litter Sweep
Litter Sweep is the N.C. Department of Transportation’s biannual statewide roadside litter removal initiative.
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Moving & Address Changes
Within 60 days of moving to North Carolina or moving within the state, an individual must: Change th​eir address with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles, get a new or duplicate license or ID and get a n​ew or duplicate vehicle registration.
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Moving to N.C.
Within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina, new residents who plan to operate a motor vehicle must get a North Carolina driver license and title and register their vehicles with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles.
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Moving Within N.C.
​​​​​​​​​​Within 60 days of moving within North Carolina, a license and ID holder must update their physical address with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles and get a duplicate license or ID as well as a duplicate vehicle registration card.
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MyDMV
View your North Carolina driver license and vehicle information using MyDMV, the one-stop portal to N.C. Division of Motor Vehicle’s most common online services.
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N.C. REAL ID Driver License & IDs
Learn more about the N.C. REAL ID, how to get one and how it will make traveling more convenient under new federal regulations.
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NCDMV Online Services
Renew your driver license, pay your vehicle registration, request a driving record and more with one of the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles’ dozen online applications – anytime and anywhere without ever having to wait in a line.
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North Carolina Airports
​​​​​​There are more than 70 public airports across North Carolina, illustrated on the map below. Red dots indicate passenger​​​​​​ service airports. Blue dots indicate publicly owned general airports.
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Order Duplicate Vehicle Registration Card
Order Duplicate Vehicle Registration Card with NC DMV
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Oversize/Overweight License Application
Learn about and apply for a permit that allows vehicles to legally exceed maximum size and weight on North Carolina roadways.
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Pay Liability Insurance Penalty
Pay penalties and fees for a insurance lapse for your vehicle.
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Pay Vehicle Property Tax
Pay Vehicle Property Tax with NC DMV
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Personalized Vehicle Plates
Personalized and specialized plates can only be ordered online with NC DMV for vehicles that are currently titled and registered in North Carolina.
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Pothole Reporting
Use the N.C. Department of Transportation’s pothole-reporting system to easily alert maintenance crews of potentially costly and risky potholes on state-maintained roads.
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Proving Age & Identity
​​The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles recognizes these documents as proof of age and identity. No photocopies or altered documents will be accepted.
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QuickPass
NC Quick Pass is the easiest and most cost-effective way to pay for toll roads in North Carolina and several other states.
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Replacement & Duplicate Titles
How to correct information on a vehicle title or order a replacement for a lost or stolen title.
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Request Driving Records & Crash Reports
North Carolina drivers can request crash reports, driving records and vehicle records for a fee from the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles.
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Rest Areas
Find Rest Areas in North Carolina
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Safety on the Road
Check out some of the N.C. Department of Transportation’s tips for combatting drowsy driving, staying safe on roads in the winter and avoiding collisions with deer.
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Sample DMV Test Questions
Mutiple choice NCDMV Sample Driver Test Questions
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Sponsor-A-Highway
The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Sponsor-A-Highway Program provides businesses, organizations and individuals the opportunity to sponsor litter removal on North Carolina roadsides while also advertising their company name.
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Tag & Tax Together
North Carolina's Tag & Tax Together program combines the billing of annual vehicle registration fees and vehicle property taxes so that they can be paid together.
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Tips on Visiting a DMV office
A collection of helpful hints to help you navigate the NCDMV more easily.
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Title Documents & Forms
​​The documentation and forms required for titling a vehicle are based on the situation involving the vehicle, as described in the table below.
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Title Requirements
Information regarding NCDMV Title Requirements for your vehicle.
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Title Transfer
​​Find out how to transfer a vehicle title. An individual buying, selling, gifting or donating a vehicle must transfer ownership of it via a title transfer.
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Toll Roads
Pay for Toll Online or by Mail
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Traffic Information in Real-Time
Get the latest road conditions and closures on state-maintained roads across North Carolina.
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Train Routes, Schedules, Stations & Services
Get train schedules, station information and reserve tickets for intercity passenger routes along 16 stops in North Carolina.
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Transportation Planning Grants
Transportation Planning Grants
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Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program
The N.C. Department of Transportation and its partners in business, government, education and research are pushing the boundaries of unmanned aviation technologies to integrate beneficial drone use across North Carolina.
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Vehicle Property Tax Estimator
This calculator is designed to estimate the county vehicle property tax for your vehicle. The calculator should not be used to determine your actual tax bill. Your county vehicle property tax due may be higher or lower, depending on other factors. Contact your county tax department for more information.
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Vehicle Registration
Learn the requirements for titling and registering your vehicle in North Carolina.
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Vehicle Registration Online Renewal
Use the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicle’s online app to renew your North Carolina vehicle registration online up to 60 days before it expires.
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Vehicle Titles
​Before a vehicle can be registered in North Carolina, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles requires a title, which serves as proper proof of ownership.
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WalkBikeNC
Learn more about how the N.C. North Department of Transportation works for bicyclists and pedestrians at WalkBikeNC. While you’re there, check out local resources or map your next bike ride across North Carolina.
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Watch for Me NC
“Watch for Me NC” is North Carolina’s statewide safety and awareness campaign geared toward bicycle and pedestrian safety, education and enforcement.
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