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Washington-Warren Airport Director resigns
Washington-Warren Airport Director, Earl Malpass, has resigned, he confirmed on Tuesday, May 21. Malpass will be leaving at the end of the month to take a similar administrative position at a large airport in Anchorage, Alaska. “It’s time for new leadership, and I had an offer that I can’t refuse,” Malpass said. “For the sake […] The post Washington-Warren Airport Director resigns appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Raleigh developers plan grocery store, downtown revitalization in Bethel
BETHEL — A pair of Raleigh-based business owners are investing in projects they said will provide access to food, health care and housing to a Pitt County town that has been lacking for too long. Jerome Brown and Carolyn Mayo, managing partners for United Providers of Health are in the process of establishing The People’s Grocery at 7393 Main St., next to Bethel Hardware, which they purchased in 2022. The...
Proposed Bertie budget includes tax hike
Bertie County Manager Juan Vaughan II presented his proposed FY 2024-2025 budget to the Bertie County Commissioners on Monday at their monthly work session. The proposed budget includes a 1.5 cent ad valorem tax increase. Vaughan explained the increase was needed in order to increase the county’s fund balance and to alleviate any yearly shortfalls. “I have to start with a historical discussion about fund balance and how far we...
Farm Life Ruritans celebrate 75 years
There’s no reason to ask, “Honey, what’s for dinner tonight” next Tuesday, May 21. Martin County residents will almost certainly be eating at the Farm Life Ruritan Pig Picking 75th Anniversary celebration. The event is being hosted by the club and the food is “on the house,” as they say. Farm Life Ruritan Club President Wyatt Coltrain is enthused about the milestone celebration. ...
Wesson speaks at MCC graduation
Martin County Community College President Dr. Tabatha Miller welcomed graduating students, local officials, MCC Board members, along with family and friends Friday evening as MCC held its 56th commencement ceremony. Dr. Miller’s recognition of many of the local officials in attendance, including Dr. Patricia Wesson, Commencement speaker Ron Wesson’s wife, Congressman Don Davis’ District Director Kimberly Mack, Rep. Shelly Willingham, Martin County Chief Deputy Drew Robinson and Martin School Superintendent Dr. Michelle White and MCC Foundation President Charlotte Griffin drew constant applause. ...
Citizens again call for commissioner resignations
The message to three Martin County Commissioners by frustrated Martin County taxpayer Martha MacDonald was plain. “Simply put, if you can’t play, honestly and nice, it is time for y’all to pick up your toys and to go home because the street lights have come on and they’re beginning to shine brightly,” MacDonald said. She directed her thoughts to Commissioners Ronnie Smith, Emily Biggs and Dempsey Bond during last week’s...
Older American Month events continue
Older American Month events are continuing in the county throughout the month of May. The Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Medicaid Expansion Enrollment event on Sunday, May 19, immediately following services, and the Bertie County Council on Aging has a slate of events scheduled. “We are looking forward to a large turnout for our Medicaid Expansion sign-up event. This is a very important part of staying healthy...
Commissioners listen for public's input
Williamston’s food truck ordinance was the topic of discussion Monday evening at a special meeting of the town’s commissioners. They met to gather input from citizens and business owners on changes needed to the town’s ordinance. “So we’re going to hear from the public any comments pertaining to chapter 95, specifically, or exhibit A chapter 117 specifically. This is not a free for all talk about whatever you want to,”...
McCrary named to chair N.C. Mayor's Association
Parmele Mayor Jerry McCrary was elected Chairman of the North Carolina Mayor’s Association of the North Carolina League of Municipalities last month. That took place at NCLM CityVision 2024 Conference in Charlotte. McCrary has been a longtime advocate for small towns and has worked diligently over the years supporting the efforts of the NCML. McCrary now leads the NCMA board comprised of a diverse group of representatives of cities and...
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