Ellen Brabo, Author at Washington Daily News

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Kyle Barnes named Entrepreneur of the Year

The local business community gathered at the Washington Civic Center on Jan. 30 for the Washington Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet, where ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Tuesday, February 11, 2025 12:49 pm

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Chamber of Commerce celebrates 121st annual banquet

The Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce hosted its 121st Annual Membership Banquet on Thursday evening at the Washington Civic Center, bringing together over 200 chamber ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Monday, February 3, 2025 2:01 pm

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AmeriCorps initiative expands food security and wellness in Beaufort County

Amidst the challenges of food insecurity in rural Beaufort County, a growing initiative is sowing seeds of change—both literally and figuratively. With support from Public ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Saturday, February 1, 2025 8:00 am

Hyde County

Lake Mattamuskeet: A winter haven for migratory birds

Every winter, Lake Mattamuskeet transforms into a haven for thousands of migratory birds, drawing visitors from across the region to witness the spectacle. Just over ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 12:11 pm

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Washington businesses encouraged to pursue NC Destination Certification

Small business owners in Washington have an opportunity to boost their visibility and economic potential by becoming NC Certified Destination Businesses. Offered through the North ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Saturday, January 11, 2025 1:00 pm

My Turn

It’s not about the rocks

The mountains of Western North Carolina are breathtaking. Their towering peaks, rolling ridges, and lush forests have long been a place of beauty and refuge. ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Friday, December 6, 2024 11:38 am

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Padgett named Bright Futures Coordinator

The Washington Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce (WBCCC) has announced the appointment of Ashley Padgett as the new Bright Futures Coordinator. Padgett, who retired from ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Saturday, July 13, 2024 3:59 pm

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Competing with Heart: Belhaven native represents area in Miss High School America Pageant

Mia Paniagua, a local student and reigning Miss North Carolina High School America 2024, recently represented her state at the national Miss High School America ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Friday, July 12, 2024 11:39 am

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Paniagua recognized with Governor’s Volunteer Service Award

Mia Paniagua, of Belhaven, was recognized with the North Carolina Governor’s Volunteer Service Award at the Beaufort County Commissioners meeting on June 3. This prestigious ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 5:24 pm

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Candi Tucker named Beaufort County Teacher of the Year

Candi Tucker, a Civics teacher at Washington High School (WHS), has been named the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year for Beaufort County Schools (BCS). The ... Read more

by Ellen Brabo, Friday, May 17, 2024 5:00 pm

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