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Sage Russell

Sage Russell is a documentary photographer and writer born in San Francisco, California. He studied photojournalism at George Washington University, where he led the visuals for the independent newspaper, the GW Hatchet, and began his long-term project, Deathwork, a series on those who confront mortality. His work has been recognized by College Photographer of the Year, the Atlanta Photojournalism Seminar and National Press Photographers Association. Now, as a Reporter/Visual Fellow for Down in the County, Sage seeks to tell the stories of all who call Pamlico home, whether through his writing, audio or photographs.

Veterans and first responders find comfort in equine therapy

Veterans and first responders find comfort in equine therapy

At Valor Horses for Heroes, patients say the services are effective because the providers have actually walked in their boots.

Jul 20, 2026

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6 min read

Health initiative, Arlington Place and the Special Called Budget Meeting discussed at recent County Commissioner meetings

Health initiative, Arlington Place and the Special Called Budget Meeting discussed at recent County Commissioner meetings

Catch up on the past two County Commissioner meetings from June 29 and July 6

Jul 10, 2026

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2 min read

Photos: Fireworks and smiles illuminate faces over America's 250th

Photos: Fireworks and smiles illuminate faces over America's 250th

Images from across the Fourth of July Weekend and America's 250th at the Croaker Festival and Squidderfest.

Jul 6, 2026

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2 min read

Call of the Croaker

Call of the Croaker

A dinner date with an old time fish

Jul 3, 2026

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6 min read

Go behind the sails at Oriental’s Wednesday night boat races

Go behind the sails at Oriental’s Wednesday night boat races

The crew of Il Gatto shows why the Neuse River fills weekly with sailing enthusiasts, old and new

Jun 27, 2026

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5 min read

Meet the new Down in the County Fellow, Sage Russell

Meet the new Down in the County Fellow, Sage Russell

A recent transplant from the California coast to Pamlico County, Sage Russell is excited to tell your stories and get to know the community

Jun 24, 2026

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2 min read

Annual Dragon Burn ignites sculpture while fueling arts and community

Annual Dragon Burn ignites sculpture while fueling arts and community

Rescheduled burning still brings a crowd

Jun 20, 2026

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4 min read

Healthcare hurdles: Accessing medical services can be hard in Pamlico

Healthcare hurdles: Accessing medical services can be hard in Pamlico

But health department aims to help all community members navigate a complex system

Jun 12, 2026

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6 min read

Generations of Pamlico grads say goodbye to a high school that was more than just a building

Generations of Pamlico grads say goodbye to a high school that was more than just a building

Jun 4, 2026

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5 min read

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