b'Beaufort County Coroner and Team Receive Elite Accreditation and Equipment UpgradesThe Beaufort County Coroners Office received an accreditation from the In-ternational Association of Coroners and Medical Examiners (IACME). This is presented to coroners offices whose policies and practices meet a rigorous set of industry standards. After a final assessment in late 2022, the Beaufort County Coroners Office became only the 35th agency nationwide to be recognized by the IACME.This accreditation helps ensure practices that are the most up-to-date and standardized, and will assist with the agencys ability to receive federal and state funding. The effort required involvement from all employees to meet the guide-lines of the 288 standards.In addition to the IACME accreditation, the Beaufort County Coroners Of-fice installed two new pieces of equipment that will help expedite investigations. Staff now have access to a LODOX high-speed digital scanner and a Randox Multistat rapid toxicology analyzer. These facility installations and practice accreditations demonstrate the knowl-edge, dedication, and service of the Coroner and his team to the citizens and visitors of Beaufort County. Our thanks and congratulations go out to Coroner David Ott and his employees.BCTV (formerly the County Channel) Debuts New and Engaging Pro-gram Schedule Featuring Original ContentIn 2023 Beaufort County Television (BCTV) underwent an exciting rebrand. Formerly the County Channel, BCTV now showcases exciting original content in addition to broadcasting public meetings for government agencies within the County. Check out our new weekly podcast, connect with local artists, and revisit local sports favorites. Available live and on-demand at beaufortcounty.tv, You-tube, or on local Comcast, Hargray, and Spectrum channels.Notable Beaufort County Employee AchievementsBeaufort County Government employees over 1400 incredible individuals who work together for the benefit of our citizens. Wed like to especially recognize and congratulate:Audra Antonacci-Ogden, Assistant County Administrator - Graduate of National Association of Counties High Performance Leadership program Artrell Horne, Hannah Nichols, & Ana Ramirez - Graduates of Leadership Beaufort Class of 2023Chris DiJulio-Cook, Project & Development Coordinator- Awarded 2023 Boards and Commissions Staff Liaison of the YearShakeeya Polite, Director of Information Technology - Certified Government Chief Information Officer Certification RecipientBobby Anderson, Recipient of Public Works Employee of the Year'