Today, North Carolina students, teachers, and parents are participating in Purple Up! Day across the state. We invite you to join in by wearing purple in honor of the strength and resilience of military children.
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*Photo by the Department of Defense
The North Carolina Military Affairs Commission (NCMAC) is joining forces with Central Piedmont Community College to host a press conference of its newest awareness campaign in Charlotte.
April is designated as the Month of the Military Child. Schools and installations take time during the month to celebrate and recognize the strength and resilience of the youngest military family members.
Our defense sector represents the second-largest economic sector in North Carolina. Military bases, defense contracts, and a robust defense industry provide local jobs and significant economic impact across the state.
The Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Environmental Management Division (EMD) was recognized by the Secretary of the Navy and the Secretary of Defense for their work managing the natural resources of the area and U.S. Marine Corps training.
Did you know there are over 11,000 citizen-soldiers and airmen from every county in North Carolina? National Guard and Air National Guard members serve the state while often maintaining outside employment through the civilian or government sectors.
Hiring military veterans brings invaluable leadership qualities to the workforce.
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) and Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Cadets from across North Carolina attended the annual NC ROTC Roundtable in February.
The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) is hosting a workshop on April 12 highlighting ways small businesses can work with the Department of the Navy (DON).
On this day in 1942, the U.S. Army began training dogs to serve in its new K-9 Corps. Since then, military dogs have served alongside service members across the world.
Today we recognize the efforts made by these special canines and their handlers.