Boviet Solar, a global renewable energy company, will create 908 new jobs in Pitt County, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest more than $294 million to locate its first North American solar panel manufacturing facility in the City of Greenville. “It’s great to welcome Boviet Solar to North Carolina,” said Governor Cooper. […] The post Tech leader picks Pitt County for 1st North American production facility; Boviet Solar will invest $294 Million and create 900 jobs appeared first on Washington Daily News.

On April 25, 2024, Deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jaleza Aneice Alexander on multiple drug charges.  This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the sale of fentanyl in the Beaufort County area and more arrests are expected.  As a result of this investigation, Deputies seized over 130 fentanyl pills. Jaleza […] The post Over 130 fentanyl pills seized in BCSO arrest appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The Beaufort County Arts Council held its 15th Annual Juried Photography Show awards and closing reception at the Turnage Theater on April 25. Judges Latrell Broughton and Charles Thrasher awarded top honors across several categories, highlighting the diverse talents of local photographers. The results of the competition, which drew entries from 28 participants, are as […] The post Beaufort County Arts Council awards top photographers appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office K9 Athos will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Athos’ vest is sponsored by John and Molly Shirk of Redmond, WA and will be embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest […] The post BCSO K9 Athos to get donation of body armor appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The North Carolina African American Heritage Commission’s Traveling Green Book Exhibit will be on display at the Turnage Theatre beginning today, April 24, and running through May 27. “The Negro Motorist Green Book,” published between 1936 and 1966, was both a travel guide and a tool of resistance designed to confront the realities of racial […] The post Traveling Green Book Exhibit opens in Washington appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The highly anticipated public EV charging stations in Washington are now open. Each pedestal will have two Level II chargers and will be capable of charging at a rate of about 60 miles of travel per hour. The cost will be about 15 cents per Kilowatt hour or roughly the equivalent of the rate the […] The post Public EV charging stations are open appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Cycle North Carolina is set to bring its annual Coastal Ride event back to Washington this weekend for the first time since 2021, promising a significant boost to the local economy through tourism and community engagement. The non-competitive cycling tour, which kicks off Thursday, April 25, is expected to draw over 1,200 participants from across […] The post Cycle NC to impact weekend traffic and parking appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Powerboat racing and boating industry legend Reggie Fountain was celebrated on Tuesday, April 23 by friends, family and Fountain Boats employees. They gathered to honor Fountain on what is now, officially known as “Reggie Day” in Beaufort County.  “I am honored by this special day and appreciate the decades of coverage we’ve received from The […] The post Fountain’s racing legacy celebrated on “Reggie Day” appeared first on Washington Daily News.

WASHINGTON, N.C. — Sound Rivers has launched a new podcast, “Sound Rivers: Riverkeeping Tales from the Neuse & Tar-Pamlico.” The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music, as well as on the Sound Rivers website, www.soundrivers.org. The first episode highlights Blounts Creek, a tributary of the Pamlico River, and the 13-year battle […] The post New podcast tackles Neuse, Tar-Pamlico issues appeared first on Washington Daily News.

WASHINGTON, N.C. –– In 2026, America will commemorate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. North Carolina is preparing to celebrate this historical marker. America 250 NC is North Carolina’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of our state in the development of the United States. The North Carolina Department of Natural and […] The post Beaufort County’s America 250 NC Committee to hold first meeting appeared first on Washington Daily News.

NAME: Johnathan Hardin  AGE: 39 RESIDENCE: Greenville, North Carolina  Johnathan Hardin is a Washington native, whose inspiration for becoming a firefighter came from watching “Backdraft” dozens of times. He is Division Chief and Fire Marshal at Fire Station 1 in Washington on Market Street.  Where would you take someone visiting Beaufort County for the first […] The post PROFILE 2024: Johnathan Hardin appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The Beaufort County Arts Council and the Brown Library History Center have joined forces in a collaborative effort to promote the arts, history, and culture of Washington. A very exciting prospect for both. “It is really important in a small community like Washington where there are limited resources to partner together to strengthen our efforts,” […] The post Promoting the arts, history, and culture through collaboration appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Caroline Gardner Terra Ceia Christian School Athletic Director and the Youth and Children’s Minister at Harvest Church in Washington. 29 years old. Born and lives in Jamesville. Caroline Gardner was home-schooled through the TEACH program growing up in Jamesville. She attended Beaufort County Community College, then transferred to East Carolina University, where she earned her […] The post PROFILE 2024: Caroline Gardner appeared first on Washington Daily News.

From North Carolina Estuarium The North Carolina Estuarium announces a major new initiative that will rejuvenate the 26-year-old Washington landmark and create one of the most innovative science education museums in the state. Upon receipt of a planning grant from Nutrien, Estuarium staff and consultant Harbor Peoples developed the concept of a “Seafood School” focused […] The post Estuarium announces major new exhibit appeared first on Washington Daily News.

The week of March 10, the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association hosted sheriffs newly elected in November, 2022 for the fourth and final week of the Sheriffs’ Leadership Institute in Chapel Hill. Sheriffs from across the state including Beaufort County Sheriff Scott Hammonds attended. The Sheriffs’ Leadership Institute is held at the Rizzo Center of the […] The post Hammonds graduates from Sheriff’s Leadership Institute appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Washington, NC — Boating industry legend and world champion boat racer Reggie Fountain will be honored for his 45+ years of civic and economic contributions in a special ceremony as the Beaufort County Commissioners officially declare April 23 as “Reggie Day” throughout the county. In addition to the Beaufort County Commissioners, festivities will include recognition […] The post Racing Legend Reggie Fountain to be honored at Reggie Day appeared first on Washington Daily News.

From Pamlico Business Resource Center East Carolina University (ECU) and the Pamlico Business Resource Center are excited to announce a collaborative effort to introduce a transformative opportunity for youth in Washington and neighboring areas to engage in the highly successful annual ECU Summer Innovation Camp that aims to inspire and empower young minds by imparting […] The post ECU Summer Camp comes to Washington appeared first on Washington Daily News.

Update: Deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office have charged two students from Southside High School with Felony Possession of a Firearm on School Property and Felony Possession of a Firearm with Altered Serial Number. Both students were confined in the Pitt Regional Juvenile Center on a Secure Custody Order. The post Update: Two students charged for firearm on campus appeared first on Washington Daily News.

From the Office of Congressman Greg Murphy Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. introduced the Disaster Tax Lookback Parity Act April 15. This legislation would extend the amount of time disaster victims would have to claim a tax refund or credit. “Eastern North Carolinians know all too well the impact a natural disaster can […] The post Murphy introduces bipartisan tax relief legislation for disaster victims  appeared first on Washington Daily News.

An increase in the number of listings by out-of-town realtors in Washington has caught the ire of the Washington-Beaufort County Board of Realtors.  “We are seeing a big influx of agents from all different areas who represent both buyers and sellers in our market,” said Samantha Polk, president of the Washington-Beaufort County Board of Realtors. […] The post Listings by out-of-town realtors on the rise in Washington appeared first on Washington Daily News.