NC State Board of Opticians

The North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety operates several divisions, including law enforcement, public safety, civil air patrol, criminal justice information, emergency management and crime commissions. It also operates National Guard, public affairs, highway patrol, and victim compensation and support services divisions. The department focuses citizen and legislative attention on various issues, such as drinking and driving and underage access to alcohol and tobacco. In addition, the North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety emphasizes the proper use of child safety seats, crime prevention and preparation for natural disasters. It conducts training for local officials to respond to emergencies, such as terrorism, epidemic diseases, nuclear power plant incidents and civil unrest. The North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety is located in Raleigh, N.C.

The North Carolina Arts Council is a state agency dedicated to supporting artists and arts organizations throughout North Carolina. By providing resources, funding, and programs, the council aims to enhance the cultural life of communities, educate youth, and promote a thriving nonprofit creative sector that contributes significantly to the state's economy. Since its inception, the Arts Council has honored artists through initiatives like the North Carolina Heritage Awards and has established a network of over 75 local arts councils to strengthen the arts across all 100 counties. The council also plays a vital role in fostering cultural tourism and traditional arts, ensuring that the rich artistic heritage of North Carolina is celebrated and preserved. Generated from the website

Founded in 1971, the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources is responsible for the preservation and protection of history and culture of North Carolina. The department works for economic and social well being in the states. It operates through various divisions, including archives, history, arts and libraries. The department s archive division preserves and maintains a record of cultural heritage through the preservation and interpretation of documents, artifacts and buildings. Its history division maintains more than 25 state-owned historic properties, including governors birthplaces, battlegrounds, farms and battleships. The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources arts and libraries divisions provide art, educational and cultural programs.