Thursday, January 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 200 participants joined Greenville's annual Restart 5k Fun Run, aimed at community gathering and supporting local pet pantries by donating cat and dog food. WITN
- ➤ Greenville, N.C. aims to sustain its growth and innovation into 2025, highlighted by the anticipated PirateFest event on April 5. WNCT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Greenville man was arrested for the New Year’s Day shooting of Demetrius Hines following an argument, leading to Hines' death. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Paula Wilder, a dedicated Pre-K teacher at Ayden Elementary School in Pitt County, NC, creates a nurturing, family-like classroom environment that promotes playful learning and builds foundational skills for young children. WITN
SHOP NEWS
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Stomp the Tar 5 Mile Trail Race
A trail race offering a 5-mile course at River Park North, with all proceeds benefiting Friends of the River Greenway and Greenways System.
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ECU Symphonic Wind Ensemble & ECU Jazz Ensemble Performance
Experience a live performance featuring the ECU Symphonic Wind Ensemble and ECU Jazz Ensemble, open to the public.
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4th Annual Run, Plunge, or Splash 5K
The Greenville Recreation and Parks Department hosts the 4th annual Run, Plunge, or Splash 5K event to benefit the Special Olympics of Pitt County.
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