Julie White

Transportation policy nerd. Retweets aren't endorsements. Opinions are mine.

[NCDOT Integrated Mobility @NCDOT_IMD]

✂️ The ribbon has officially been cut and the new on-demand transit service begins TODAY in Old Fort! 🎉

This expansion reflects the growing demand for smarter, more convenient ways to ride. #Microtransit #McDowellCounty

Read more: https://t.co/XiMNYzOi4x

[The FRA @USDOTFRA]

🇺🇸 🛠️ AMERICA IS BUILDING AGAIN 🛠️🇺🇸

Rail was never meant to fade!

Under the Trump Administration we have announced over $12 billion in Federal funding to make our rail network safer and more resilient than ever before.

[NCDOT Integrated Mobility @NCDOT_IMD]

📢 The McDowell County Express is expanding again.

One year after launching in Marion, the service has provided 5,400+ rides and will expand into Old Fort on May 15. #Microtransit #PublicTransit #McDowellCounty #NC

More details ➡️https://t.co/XiMNYzOi4x

[Division of Aviation @NCAviation]

The Airport Vision and Partnership Tour continues.

Division of Aviation staff visited the Pitt-Greenville Airport, Michael J. Smith Field, and Washington-Warren Airport. This marks 21 successful airport tours, which will continue through the summer to strengthen partnerships.

[Congressman Chuck Edwards @RepChuckEdwards]

The Saluda Grade Trail would bring an estimated $240 million in economic impact to our region, helping strengthen our tourism industry and support long-term recovery following Hurricane Helene.

I heard updates from Conserving Carolina on the project, which would connect downtown Saluda to Henderson County’s Bell Park trailhead.

You can stay up to date on the Trail’s progress here: https://t.co/TmB0goGlKc

[The FRA @USDOTFRA]

🇺🇸🛠️AMERICA IS BUILDING AGAIN 🛠️🇺🇸

FRA Administrator David Fink took a tour of the new Siemens Mobility plant in Lexington North Carolina during its grand launch.

This plant showcases America's investment in building a world-class rail system that will be a critical piece of the American economy.

The plant will:
📈fuel economic growth
💵create high-quality jobs
🚆deliver reliable transit for American families

[NCDOT Ferry Division @NCDOT_Ferry]

It was our pleasure to host a boatload of bicyclists on our Cherry Branch-Minnesott Beach route last Friday during the Cycle NC Coastal Ride! Visitor events like these are just part of the $735 million of economic input our Ferry System provides to Eastern NC every year. Ride on!

[Rep. David Rouzer @RepDavidRouzer]

Great to see @SiemensMobility expanding its American manufacturing footprint in North Carolina—one of the best places to live, work, and grow a business.

[Amtrak New Era of Rail @AmtrakNewEra]

Congratulations to our partners at @SiemensMobility for cutting the ribbon on their new rail manufacturing facility in Lexington, NC, where Amtrak's new Airo trains will be built in addition to the existing Sacramento, CA facility.

[Division of Aviation @NCAviation]

The Airport Vision and Partnership initiative continues to gain momentum with recent visits to @flyfrompti, Ashe County Airport & Smith Reynolds Airport.

These conversations help strengthen collaboration and build a shared vision for the future of North Carolina aviation.

[Governor Josh Stein @NC_Governor]

.@Siemens Mobility’s $220 million investment in a new passenger rail manufacturing facility in Davidson County will support more than 500 good-paying jobs and generate around $1.6 billion in economic impact over the next decade.

The future of passenger rail in America will be built right here in North Carolina!

[NC By Train @NC_By_Train]

Today in Davidson County: Siemens Mobility, Inc. cut the ribbon on its new facility. @NCDOT Secretary Johnson, @NC_Governor, and @USDOTFRA Administrator Fink were there to celebrate. Rail cars built at this facility will be used across the country.

[Governor Josh Stein @NC_Governor]

Whether we are taking Leila and Harper for an evening walk or rediscovering one of NC’s many trails like we did last summer in Old Fort, we find so many beautiful places to explore on foot. Today, I’m joining @DrOzCMS and Governors across the country to lift up National Walking Day. I hope you’ll plan to take part. Taking time for a 20 min walk a day can help us build a safer, stronger, and healthier North Carolina.

@NatlGovsAssoc @American_Heart

[NCDOT Ferry Division @NCDOT_Ferry]

The M/V Sea Level is safely back from dry dock in South Carolina, and look who's there to greet it! That's the son of Capt. Gray Williams, one of the crew members guiding the ferry home through Beaufort Inlet Thursday. The Sea Level will be back in service on Pamlico Sound soon!

[Governor Josh Stein @NC_Governor]

Last summer at the @salondubourget, I got to check out @BETA_aircraft’s new electric aircraft. BETA develops its electric planes’ software right here in Morrisville. I am so proud that @NCDOT was chosen by @FAANews to work with BETA and others to help develop guidelines for this new technology. The future of flight is being developed right here in North Carolina, and I am excited to see this project in the skies.

[Division of Aviation @NCAviation]

The NCDOT Division of Aviation has been selected for the @FAANews Advanced Air Mobility & eVTOL Integration Pilot Program.

Through eLIFT-NC, the state will test electric aircraft for faster healthcare delivery, connecting hospitals & rural communities.

https://t.co/voNbGmSPBd

[NCDOT @NCDOT]

NCDOT and @ncatsuaggies continue their partnership efforts to test shared autonomous vehicles and smart technology.

Real-time traffic data will support research on connected vehicles, cybersecurity and smarter infrastructure.

[USDOT Rapid Response @USDOTRapid]

"NC chosen for FAA-backed drone demonstration project aimed at rural health care"

https://t.co/HHVQK3Cmae

[Western Piedmont COG @WPCOG]

What could rail mean for the future of Western NC? The Railroads and Regional Economic Development Conference will explore how passenger and freight rail can support economic growth, tourism, and regional connectivity. Join the conversation on 3/18/26.
https://t.co/AUVD4XKkCP

[Division of Aviation @NCAviation]

North Carolina is proud to be selected as one of eight statesin the Advanced Air Mobility pilot program. Thanks to @SecDuffy , @USDOT and @FAANews for the partnership as we help test the future of flight. ✈️