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November 13, 2025

Governor Stein to Honor Hurricane Helene Heroes During North Carolina Awards

Governor Josh Stein joined the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources to celebrate the six 2025 North Carolina Award recipients and recognize eight Helene Heroes.

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