Mountain View
Washington Daily News
New creperie and cocktail bar opens in Washington
Brandy was a fine girl, in a harbor town, who – unbeknownst to her- is the inspiration behind Washington’s newest creperie. Amanda Phelps likes the popular song by one-hit wonder Looking Glass. She feels a personal connection as she is a woman living in a harbor town and married to a U.S. Navy sailor. Naming […] The post New creperie and cocktail bar opens in Washington appeared first on Washington Daily News.
City of Washington facing $500,000 in repairs to Main Street bridge
It has been three months since a vehicle recovery effort was made at Jack’s Creek in Washington. The recovery efforts may have exposed an on going issue with a bridge on East Main Street that will cost the City of Washington $500,000. City of Washington Public Works Director, Hope Woolard, explained that when the bridge […] The post City of Washington facing $500,000 in repairs to Main Street bridge appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Pirates to arrive on Bath’s shores this weekend
Pirates of all ages will roam the streets of Bath this weekend at Bath Fest. The 16th annual festival celebrates The Town of Bath’s mark in North Carolina as the state’s first port, established in 1705. The festival will take place in downtown Bath from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Experience history come alive as […] The post Pirates to arrive on Bath’s shores this weekend appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Severe weather update for Wednesday-Thursday
From Chris Newkirk, Beaufort County Emergency Services: Our office continues to monitor the forecast for the potential of severe weather this afternoon and tomorrow. Developing scattered storms will have the potential to intensify quickly, producing gusty winds (50 – 70mph), hail and isolated tornados. While these storms are possible both days, our greatest chance of […] The post Severe weather update for Wednesday-Thursday appeared first on Washington Daily News.
ENC Nurses Honor Guard gives comfort to grieving families
National Nurses Week (May 6-May 12) aims to express gratitude toward millions of registered and licensed practical nurses for the vital role they play in the care of their patients. Members of one Eastern North Carolina organization have the distinguished privilege of paying tribute to a nurse at the end of their life. The Eastern […] The post ENC Nurses Honor Guard gives comfort to grieving families appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Severe weather potential today-Thursday
From Chris Newkirk, Beaufort County Emergency Services: Our office is currently monitoring an increasing risk of severe afternoon thunderstorms over the next three (3) days. Our greatest chance of experiencing these stronger storms is currently forecasted to occur between 2pm and 8pm Thursday as a cold front moves through our area. Please see below and […] The post Severe weather potential today-Thursday appeared first on Washington Daily News.
The fight to preserve a true historic structure, Beaufort County High School
Located in Pantego, North Carolina, Beaufort County High School (BCHS) was built in 1926. The all-Black school housed grades 1 through 12 before finally closing its doors for good in 1968. After 98 years, the all-brick eight-room structure is showing signs of its age. Though looking forlorn and tattered there is a true sense that […] The post The fight to preserve a true historic structure, Beaufort County High School appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Honor students recognized, Louis Adams wins Academic Excellence Award
WASHINGTON, N.C.— Beaufort County Community College recognized its top-performing students on April 30. Recognitions focused on the 137 honor students across academic programs who held a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher and the winner of the Academic Excellence Award, which went to Louis Adams. The college had 37 more students graduating with honors […] The post Honor students recognized, Louis Adams wins Academic Excellence Award appeared first on Washington Daily News.
PROFILE 2024: Logan Van Staalduinen
Logan Van Staalduinen Age 25 Pungo Christian Academy Athletic Director Bath native, now lives in Washington Logan Van Staalduinen graduated from North Carolina State University in three years after playing multiple sports at Pungo Christian Academy in Belhaven. The Bath native left Raleigh with a degree in Human Resource Management and thanks to fortuitus timing, […] The post PROFILE 2024: Logan Van Staalduinen appeared first on Washington Daily News.
PROFILE 2024: Corbin Minor
NAME: Corbin Minor AGE: 27 RESIDENCE: Born and raised in Bath. Currently lives in Bath and Wilmington Corbin Minor grew up in Bath, which is where he quickly fell in love with the water. Through middle school and high school, if he wasn’t in the classroom, you could find him on the water four to […] The post PROFILE 2024: Corbin Minor appeared first on Washington Daily News.
The Planting Has Begun: Community Garden comes to life
The first seeds have been sewn at the Josephine Royster Community Garden at 105 West 7th Street. The garden is named after Royster who had been a member of the Washington Housing Authority Board for 40 years. Local volunteers got to work prepping the soil and planting the first crop of herbs and vegetables. “Thanks […] The post The Planting Has Begun: Community Garden comes to life appeared first on Washington Daily News.
UPDATE: Lister out as principal of Washington High School, still BCS employee
UPDATE: As to why Isaac Lister was transferred to the Alternative Learning Program, Beaufort County Schools stated Friday that it was “in the best interest” of the school district. The district did not provide further information, citing personnel reasons. Public information records show that Lister will still be paid the same salary he received as […] The post UPDATE: Lister out as principal of Washington High School, still BCS employee appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Local entrepreneurs collectively win $25,000 in startup & expansion funds
WASHINGTON, N.C.— Fifteen local entrepreneurs competed in a pitch contest to win their share of $25,000 in cash awards through the Seed & Sow Contest developed and hosted by Beaufort County Community College’s Small Business Center (SBC). Of the 15, ten walked away with $2500 in hand to put into their business. The final pitch […] The post Local entrepreneurs collectively win $25,000 in startup & expansion funds appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Belhaven General Alumni Association to hold homecoming
The Belhaven General Alumni Association will host its sixty-second homecoming celebration on May 10 – 12, 2024. The theme for this year is Still Moving at 62. Festivities will officially begin with the arrival of alumni on Friday morning and the highlight of the day will be the annual banquet at 7:00 P.M. at the […] The post Belhaven General Alumni Association to hold homecoming appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Mid-East Commission installs officers
The Mid-East Commission is pleased to announce the installation of the following officers to its Executive Board: Charlotte Griffin, Chair (Bear Grass, Martin County); Gloria Bryant, First Vice Chair (Askewville, Bertie County); Dina Harrell, Second Vice Chair (Harrellsville, Hertford County); Kathy Parker, Secretary (Fountain, Pitt County) and Alice Langley, Treasurer (Beaufort County). The Honorable Tonya […] The post Mid-East Commission installs officers appeared first on Washington Daily News.
New boutique lodging, The West Main, opens in downtown Washington
The West Main, a newly renovated boutique lodging, officially opened its doors this week in Washington, offering a unique blend of historical charm and modern amenities. Spearheaded by local entrepreneurs Warren Allen and Katherine Moravec, this venture features six exquisitely designed units, each thoughtfully crafted to preserve the building’s historic essence while providing contemporary comforts. […] The post New boutique lodging, The West Main, opens in downtown Washington appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Wabi Sabi exhibit opens at The Turnage on Friday
Wabi Sabi is more than a fun phrase to say. It’s an artistic style that finds beauty in things that are impermanent, imperfect and incomplete. On Friday, May 3, Beth Huss and Yvonne Curtis will host a Wabi Sabi art exhibit at the Turnage, starting at 5:30 p.m. They will display paintings, drawings in addition […] The post Wabi Sabi exhibit opens at The Turnage on Friday appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Investigation leads to fentanyl and cocaine arrest
On May 01, 2024, Deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office arrested 26-year-old Arthur Ray Pippins Jr., of Winterville, on multiple drug charges. This concluded a three-month long investigation into Pippins selling fentanyl in Beaufort County. As a result of this investigation, Deputies seized 268 fentanyl pills, 33 grams of cocaine and $9,156 in cash. […] The post Investigation leads to fentanyl and cocaine arrest appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Lister out as principal of Washington High School, still BCS employee
Isaac Lister is no longer the principal at Washington High School, Beaufort County Schools confirmed on Wednesday. He remains an employee of Beaufort County Schools, and is currently working as an Instructional Support Leader at the Alternative Learning program located at Southside High School. Rick Anderson has been named as the interim principal through June […] The post Lister out as principal of Washington High School, still BCS employee appeared first on Washington Daily News.
City releases annual Water Quality Report
The City of Washington Water Resources Division has released the 2023 Water Quality Report. Residents may view the report on the City’s website by clicking HERE. In addition, each utility bill will include a memo with a direct website address to retrieve the report. For a paper copy, please call 252-975-9310 or 252-975-9371. If you […] The post City releases annual Water Quality Report appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Washington Daily News
1K+
Posts
6M+
Views
TheWashingtonDailyNews.com is the digital news site for its affiliated print publication, The Washington Daily News. TheWashingtonDailyNews.com newsroom is located in Washington, North Carolina, and covers community news and sports in Washington, Beaufort County, North Carolina, and the surrounding area.
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.