🌱 Why Beaufort’s waterfront feels luxurious without the luxury price tag

Good day Beaufort! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Why Beaufort’s waterfront feels luxurious without the luxury price tag

Also on today's calendar: Museum’s Most Wanted: Identifying and Dealing with....

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Partly sunny, breezy and nice, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.
• Thursday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 81, low: 63.
• Friday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 82 and low of 71 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Hidden Gem Destinations That Feel Luxurious for Less (cheapism.com) — Beaufort is highlighted as a peaceful, less expensive waterfront escape in North Carolina, with scenic views, friendly locals, and better amenities than many beach towns. The piece suggests booking a small cabin outside peak season to enjoy Beaufort’s charm and savings, while also comparing it with other budget-friendly destinations nationwide.
   

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📸 Around Beaufort

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Beaufort

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★ Featured events ★

Friday June 5

• TIDAL BLUES →
  Cru Wine Bar - Beaufort, 120 Turner St, Beaufort
  8:00 pm

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Other local events

Friday June 5

• High School Graduations
  Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, NC 28516
  6:30 pm

Thursday June 11

• Museum’s Most Wanted: Identifying and Dealing with... →
  North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort, 315 Front St, Beaufort
  12:00 pm

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📣 Beaufort Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday June 3

• Finance & Administration Committee Meeting →
  Morehead City NC Calendar, 1100 Bridges Street, Morehead City
  9:00 am
• Board of Elections | Regular Meeting →
  Carteret County, NC Calendar, 1702 Live Oak Street, Beaufort
  9:00 am

Thursday June 4

• Early Release for students (3 hours early)
  Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City, NC 28557
• Last Day of School for Students
  Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City, NC 28557
• MCPL Youth Advisory Board Meeting →
  Morehead City NC Calendar, Morehead City Library - Marlin Conference Room 202 S 8th St, Morehead City
  5:00 pm

Friday June 5

• KWLA Tournament Event →
  Carteret County, NC Calendar, 3505 Arendell St., Morehead City
• Mandatory Workday (School) - No school for students
  Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City, NC 28557
• High School Graduations
  Morehead Elem at Camp Glenn Morehead City, NC 28557
  6:30 pm

Saturday June 6

• MCPL Summer Reading Program Kickoff →
  Morehead City NC Calendar, Morehead City Library 202 S. Eighth Street, Morehead City
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• When language isn't a barrier, opportunity has room to grow.
  Join this virtual Lunch & Learn to learn about HUB/SBE certifications, business opportunities, and resources available for interpretation and… (Nextdoor )
• Looking for someone to install a central heat and air system for me.
  Someone maybe donating my a new system and looking for an installer. (Nextdoor Beaufort-By-The-Sea)

• PruittHealth Corporation, Inc. posted a job opening for Social Services Director I in Beaufort. Apply here.
• Government Jobs posted a job opening for Reserve Police Officer in Beaufort. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Beaufort here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Morehead City

• Fifth graders discover Civil War-era bullet on Morehead City Elementary playground (wcti12.com)
• 9 Best Self Storage Units in Morehead City, NC (2026) (muddyrivernews.com)
• Big Rock Tournament brings traffic changes, parking reminders and safety tips (wcti12.com)

Atlantic Beach

• Atlantic Beach names Hutchinson acting police chief (wcti12.com)

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Ok Beaufort! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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