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Denise Blount takes on important issues as Roper's mayor

May 27, 2026 at 08:00 pm by N_BLayton

Denise Blount is a community leader and public servant, who serves as mayor of Roper, continuing a long tradition of African American leadership in the town. For more i.... Read More

'We Did Not Quit': Washington County High School celebrates Class of 2026

May 27, 2026 at 08:00 pm by M_Layton

Braeden Chesson had made a promise. "I told my mom something silly, but I meant every word of it," the Washington County High School valedictorian told his graduating class F.... Read More

8th-graders mark milestone at promotion ceremony

May 27, 2026 at 07:55 pm by N_BLayton

Tommy Lee Cherry Sr. Tommy Lee Cherry, Sr., 70, of Plymouth, NC., passed away May 16, 2026, at home. Funeral services will be 2:00PM Sunday May 24, 2026, at Long Ridge Missi.... Read More

County, schools sign off on JROTC relocation to former Senior Center

May 27, 2026 at 07:52 pm by Dale-RB

Washington County Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with Washington County Schools last week that lays the groundwork for relocating the district’s JR.... Read More

'No matter what came our way, we kept going'

May 27, 2026 at 07:45 pm by M_Layton

Random thoughts… WCHS Valedictorian Braeden Chesson and Guest Speaker Shawn Walker Jr. gave great speeches at the commencement this past week. Thanks! Ver.... Read More