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Martin County was formed in 1774 from parts of Halifax and Tyrrell Counties. The county seat of Martin County is Williamston. The county was named for the last royal Governor of North Carolina, Josiah Martin (Governor from 1771-1775). Probably due to the popularity of Governor Alexander Martin (twice Governer 1782-1784 and 1789-1792), this namesake county was not abolished like those of his predecessors, Tryon and Dobbs.

The following townships are in Martin County: Bear Grass, Cross Roads, Goose Nest, Griffins, Hamilton, Jamesville, Poplar Point, Robersonville, Williams, and Williamston.

Overlooking the Roanoke River is the Fort Branch Civil war site, known as “the best preserved earthwork Civil War Site east of the Mississippi.” The first of November is when an annual re-enactment is held. Fort Branch Civil War Site.

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Williamston, NC 27892

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Tea Party Dabbles in Immigration Politics – New America Media

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Jobless rates grow in region – Washington Daily News

Jobless rates grow in region Washington Daily News Martin County's unemployment rate of 10.5 percent in November increased to 10.8 percent in December, an increase of 0.3 percent. … and more »

Roads remain dangerous despite clearing – Greenville Daily Reflector

Roads remain dangerous despite clearing Greenville Daily Reflector … along US 264 and US 13/NC 11 and involved people driving too fast for the road conditions. Martin County only had 11 accidents during the same period. … and more »

Eastern Carolina Road Conditions – WITN

Eastern Carolina Road Conditions WITN Mike Stall of Martin County Emergency Management says primary roads in the county are mostly clear. There are still some slick spots on secondary roads and … and more »

Bear Grass school tells real story in education – Greenville Daily Reflector

Bear Grass school tells real story in education Greenville Daily Reflector The recent news regarding Bear Grass High School in Martin County (“Protest planned to keep Bear Grass High School open,” Jan. 31) is simply a tragedy. …