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Drones, games and bears, oh my! National Black Bear Festival returns June 5-7 to Plymouth

Jun 03, 2026 at 07:30 am by Dale-RB

Iconic Colonial music and cutting-edge drone visuals will bring new energy to Plymouth’s 12th annual National Black Bear Festival this weekend, headlining a fireworks sp.... Read More

Washington County GOP sounds the alarm: Cooper and Davis must go

Jun 03, 2026 at 07:30 am by Arthur-RB

WASHINGTON COUNTY — There may be no more fitting place in eastern North Carolina to hold a patriotic fundraiser than Harris Farm. Check out the June 3, 2026, edition Ro.... Read More

Whatley is ‘willing to fight’ for NC

Jun 03, 2026 at 07:30 am by M_Layton

WASHINGTON COUNTY — Michael Whatley, the Republican nominee for United States Senate, sat down with the Roanoke Beacon on Saturday and delivered a blunt message to Washi.... Read More

Mike Wise: 'Freedom has always been expensive, and somebody else paid ours'

Jun 03, 2026 at 07:30 am by Arthur-RB

The threat of looming showers and humid temperatures were no obstacles to those gathered in front of the Washington County Courthouse mall on May 25, 2026. In defiance of days.... Read More

June's First Friday takes a break due to Bear Fest

Jun 03, 2026 at 07:30 am by Arthur-RB

Shortly after the official unveiling of their Water Street Beautification projects, Plymouth’s Downtown Development Association held their monthly meeting at the Beartow.... Read More