Obituaries
A life of caring, across 108 years: Remembering Mildred Basnight Tharps
Sep 09, 2026 at 07:15 am by N_BLayton
Mildred Marie Basnight Tharps made things for people.
She sewed. She embroi dered and crocheted, of ten giving away what she made. She grew things in her garden, made ceramic.... Read More
News
Man charged with threatening to kill probation officer
Sep 09, 2026 at 07:15 am by Dale-RB
Washington County deputies, Plymouth police and county probation officers approached a Hampton Drive residence with guns drawn last week in view of several neighbors — b.... Read More
Sports
Panthers show heart and grit in tough week, refuse to back down
Sep 09, 2026 at 07:15 am by M_Layton
Some teams are measured by the score. This one should be measured by its heart. Battling injuries, exhaustion, and a lineup missing key starters, the Washington County High Sc.... Read More
Sports
Wildcats roll through early season, weather can’t slow Columbia’s momentum
Sep 09, 2026 at 07:15 am by M_Layton
Two games into the sea son, and Columbia High School’s defense still hasn’t allowed a point. The Wildcats, ranked No. 6 in the NCHSAA A1 RPI ranking, kicked things.... Read More
Obituaries
Area Deaths: September 9, 2026
Sep 09, 2026 at 07:00 am
Iris Jean Simmons Ambrose
Iris Jean Simmons Ambrose, 95, of Creswell, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and friends on Wednesday, Septem ber 3, 2026.... Read More