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Community rallies after couple dies in crash

Apr 08, 2026 at 05:00 pm by M_Layton

Harry and Whitney Spruill, a Plymouth couple, were killed Wednesday morning when their vehicle crossed the centerline on N.C. 32 and struck an oncoming tractor-trailer,.... Read More

Honoring History’s Greatest Sacrifice

Apr 08, 2026 at 05:00 pm by Arthur-RB

A slew of Washington County's faithful took up the burden of the holy cross on Good Friday, carrying the physical and symbolic burden of Christ's eternal sacrifice for humanit.... Read More

Where are they now? Renee Craft

Apr 08, 2026 at 04:45 pm by Arthur-RB

Plymouth's own Renee Craft serves as Washington County's Farm Bureau's dedicated Senior Associate Agent, where she provides all manner of expert guidance with confidence and a.... Read More

CARNIVAL: Fun meets Academics

Apr 08, 2026 at 07:00 am by Arthur-RB

Washington County High School’s campus transformed itself into a veritable jamboree as the facility hosted its CTE and Community Schools Skills Carnival Tuesday, A.... Read More

New fire engine

Apr 08, 2026 at 07:00 am by Dale-RB

Plymouth’s new fire apparatus arrived in town last week and was on display briefly at the Roanoke River Lighthouse Thursday, April 2. The unit is a used 2017 Pierc.... Read More