Welcome to the lead regional organization for North Carolina's Region R

Since 1970, the Albemarle Commission has been instrumental in the development and/or enhancement of regional infrastructure, industrial recruitment, business development, labor force development, travel and tourism, community reinvestment /rehabilitation, and health and human services. We hope our website will help you learn about the programs and services available to the citizens and businesses of Region R including our Northeastern Workforce Development Board (NWDB), Rural Planning Organization (ARPO), Area Agency on Aging, and Senior Nutrition program.