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Six sites fail recreational water-quality testing
Six popular recreational sites tested in the Neuse and Tar-Pamlico watersheds failed to meet water-quality standards in March. “We collected samples on Thursday, when much of central and eastern North Carolina was in the middle of a significant rain event, so it’s not surprising that some sites had extremely elevated levels of E. coli. Stormwater […] The post Six sites fail recreational water-quality testing appeared first on Washington Daily News.
NHS FBLA qualifies groups for national conference
Northside High School’s Future Business Leaders of America club had a successful State Leadership Conference in Greensboro last week. Several club members placed in the top 10 in the state for their events. Two groups qualified for Nationals in Orlando this summer. Achievements include: • Tyson George, Malikai Griffin and Max Vansant – Digital Video […] The post NHS FBLA qualifies groups for national conference appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Local students shine in environmental science competition
Fifteen Beaufort County teams consisting of high school and middle school students, recently participated with more than 400 middle and high school students in the NC Coastal Envirothon competition at Weyerhaeuser’s Cool Springs Environmental Center near New Bern. Of those, eight qualified to advance to the State Envirothon competition that will be held on April […] The post Local students shine in environmental science competition appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Public meetings planned for Washington-Greenville greenway feasibility study
From Mid-East RPO: WASHINGTON, NC – Two Open House Meetings are scheduled for the public to learn more and provide comments regarding the Washington-Greenville Greenway Feasibility Study (Study). The first meeting will be held on Monday, April 15th, 2024 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm (floating) in the Mark W. Owens Auditorium at the Pitt County […] The post Public meetings planned for Washington-Greenville greenway feasibility study appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Heavy rain forecast for tonight, Thursday
Our office is currently monitoring a weather system that is expected to bring heavy rain to our area tonight and tomorrow. Forecast details for Beaufort County includes: Rain Rain chances are expected to increase after 2pm today with widespread rain likely by 11pm tonight. Rain will continue through sunset Thursday, with most areas of our […] The post Heavy rain forecast for tonight, Thursday appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Remembering Bobby Hodges: A husband and boss who inspired others to be kind
When asked what Bobby Hodges’ legacy teaches those who either knew him, or will come to know him through memories shared by his family and friends, his family and colleagues said kindness and compassion. Hodges, 68, was a co-owner and president of Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington and Belhaven. “Bobby’s worst fault was […] The post Remembering Bobby Hodges: A husband and boss who inspired others to be kind appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Ripe for Revival Mobile Market comes to Washington
The Ripe for Revival Mobile Market will be at City Market on North Market Street each Wednesday from 2:30 pm-4:30 pm throughout the Spring and Summer growing season. Ripe for Revival, based in Rocky Mount, addresses the lack of fresh farm produce in underserved communities. The mobile market is equipped with produce shelving, refrigeration, freezers, […] The post Ripe for Revival Mobile Market comes to Washington appeared first on Washington Daily News.
N.C. Ferries expand to spring schedules
MANNS HARBOR – With the onset of warmer weather and longer daylight hours, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Ferry System expanded many of its schedules March 26. Five of the system’s regular routes will see expanded schedules, as the ferry system ramps up for its busier spring and summer service. • Currituck-Knotts Island will go from […] The post N.C. Ferries expand to spring schedules appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Beaufort County receives $893K grant for VIPER radios
WASHINGTON, N.C. –– An $893,000 Congressionally Directed Spending grant award secured by Sen. Thom Tillis will allow for improvements to the interoperability of Beaufort County’s public safety communications infrastructure. The award is included in a $460 billion package of spending bills approved by Congress on March 8 and signed by President Joe Biden on March […] The post Beaufort County receives $893K grant for VIPER radios appeared first on Washington Daily News.
BCS taking name suggestions for new elementary school
Beaufort County Schools is asking community members for suggestions on what to name the new Pre-Kindergarten through third grade elementary school planned for Washington. Members can fill out a form by clicking here, by going to the school district’s Facebook page or by going to the school district’s website at https://www.beaufort.k12.nc.us/ In early February, the […] The post BCS taking name suggestions for new elementary school appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Town of Belhaven seeks public input on police protection
The Town of Belhaven is asking residents to fill out a 15-question survey on police protection in town. The survey was published to the town’s Facebook page on Sunday, Mar. 25. Residents are asked how important is it to them to have police protection, 24 hours a day, seven days a week in Belhaven, how […] The post Town of Belhaven seeks public input on police protection appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Washington movie theater to permanently close
Golden Ticket Cinema 7 will permanently close its doors on Tuesday, Mar. 26, the movie theater announced on social media over the weekend. “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of our Washington location,” the social media post reads. “We thank the community for all their love and support over so […] The post Washington movie theater to permanently close appeared first on Washington Daily News.
PROFILE 2024: De’Marquis Howell
Name: De’Marquis Howell Age: 32 Residence: Greenville, NC Hometown: New Bern, NC De’Marquis Howell, a native of New Bern, North Carolina, serves as the Athletic Director and Physical Education Teacher at S.W. Snowden Elementary School in Aurora. A proud graduate of Alabama A&M University with a master’s degree in kinesiology, De’Marquis brings his expertise and […] The post PROFILE 2024: De’Marquis Howell appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Upcoming bridge repairs, road construction drivers should know about
Bath The Ray S. Brooks Bridge leading into Bath will close at 8 a.m. this Tuesday, March 26 for 60 days, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). The bridge is located on Highway 92 and spans Bath Creek. The department’s goal is to have work completed on the bridge and to open […] The post Upcoming bridge repairs, road construction drivers should know about appeared first on Washington Daily News.
PROFILE 2024: Katherine Moravec & Warren Allen
Name: Katherine Moravec and Warren Allen Age: Both 31 Residence: Washington, NC Hometown: Southern Indiana (Katherine); Greenville, North Carolina (Warren) Katherine Moravec, an Emergency Medicine Doctor at ECU Health – Beaufort Hospital in Washington, NC, and her husband, Warren Allen, not only share a life but also jointly own and manage two establishments in the […] The post PROFILE 2024: Katherine Moravec & Warren Allen appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Hotel Louise developer proposes downtown parking solution, car vending machine
You can get a candy bar, a pack of crackers and a soft drink from a vending machine? So why can’t you get your car the same way? That’s what Lady Louise, LLC Manager, Sean Sprouse is asking. He is the developer transforming the historic Hotel Louise into a luxury apartment complex. He hopes to […] The post Hotel Louise developer proposes downtown parking solution, car vending machine appeared first on Washington Daily News.
NWS issues coastal flood advisory, hazardous weather outlook for Saturday
Coastal Flood Advisory Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024 NCZ047-080-081-094-230130- /O.NEW.KMHX.CF.Y.0012.240323T0900Z-240323T2200Z/ Mainland Dare-Beaufort-Mainland Hyde-Pamlico- 921 AM EDT Fri Mar 22 2024 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 6 PM EDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level expected […] The post NWS issues coastal flood advisory, hazardous weather outlook for Saturday appeared first on Washington Daily News.
BCCC partners with Lifequest to offer digital literacy
WASHINGTON, N.C.— Through a partnership with LifeQuest, Inc., Beaufort County Community College has expanded services to offer digital literacy classes at the psycho-social rehabilitative services facility. Ten students have already earned digital literacy badges as part of the program. College and Career Readiness (CCR) instructor Belinda Edwards launched the digital literacy program as part of an […] The post BCCC partners with Lifequest to offer digital literacy appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Insights into Beaufort County’s business landscape
Today’s Beaufort County economic landscape reflects stability with modest growth, providing a supportive environment for existing small businesses while offering opportunities for new ventures, with realistic expectations for expansion and returns on investment. The employment scene in Beaufort County remains steady, with the unemployment rate holding at 3.8% by the end of 2023, mirroring the […] The post Insights into Beaufort County’s business landscape appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Bridge to Bath will close for two months starting March 26
The Ray S. Brooks Bridge leading into Bath will close this Tuesday, March 26 for 60 days, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). The department’s goal is to have work completed on the bridge and to open it by Memorial Day weekend, according to Lauren Haviland, a communications officer for NCDOT. Drivers […] The post Bridge to Bath will close for two months starting March 26 appeared first on Washington Daily News.
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