Good Day
Greenville
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Greenville are advised to prepare for potential winter storms by stocking essential supplies & assembling emergency kits, while local sources urge careful travel on slippery roads and monitoring of power outages. Public Radio East
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday afternoon near the intersection of MacGregor Downs and Allen Roads, 1,500 gallons of sewage spilled into Schoolhouse Branch when a manhole failed from a grease buildup; officials quickly stopped the spill and treated the downstream waters with chlorine solution. Public Radio East
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pugh’s Tire and Service in Greenville urges drivers to check tires + batteries, antifreeze levels, brakes and lights before another winter storm hits this weekend, following recent icy conditions that made roads hazardous. WITN
- ➤ Access East, a Greenville-based healthcare nonprofit, will cut 31 positions on March 31 because state funding for its Healthy Opportunities Pilot ended last June; all affected employees have been notified. Public Radio East
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eastern North Carolina daughters have received Grammy nominations for consecutive years, drawing local attention for their outstanding work in music. The Daily Reflector
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ East Carolina University’s online graduate programs in nursing, criminal justice, education and business ranked well in the US News Best Online Programs released Jan. 27. The nursing program was No. 1 among public schools while the criminal justice program was the only one to make the national list — indicating improvements across all categories. East Carolina University
- ➤ ECU will host its 30th and final Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 30 at the Eakin Student Recreation Center outdoor pool (doors open at 5 p.m.). Organizers hope to set a record with 1,500 jumpers and will offer indoor games, a live DJ, and trivia after the plunge. East Carolina University
- ➤ Educator Jessica Stanley is celebrated as Teacher of the Week at La Grange Elementary School in Lenoir County. She has taught kindergarten for 18 years and works to build strong academic foundations + lasting friendships among her students. WITN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pitt County Coalition on Substance Use closed its physical office yesterday due to funding challenges but will continue offering prevention, early intervention and harm reduction services statewide. The group has suspended individual supply requests while coordinating large-scale supply needs and training for partners. Public Radio East
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Residents at First Street Place Apartments have been without heat since late December after a maintenance request on Dec. 28 went unfulfilled; one tenant said a roommate had to move out, and full repairs are scheduled for Jan. 30 or Feb. 2 (the building provided two space heaters that raised safety concerns). WITN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum on Wednesday, ECU lost 83-77 to Rice even though Jordan Riley posted a career-high 37 points. ECU will play Florida Atlantic Sunday at 2 p.m. WITN
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The Haymakers Concert
8:30-11:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the lively tunes of The Haymakers in a vibrant theater setting.
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The 35th Annual Used Book Sale by Friends of SML
4-8 p.m. — Greenville Convention Center — Membership required for early access — Browse thousands of used books and media at this community favorite.
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Hank & Pattie Electric Duo: Electric Boogaloo
8 p.m. — Christy's Euro Pub — No cover — Experience an experimental, electric string show in Greenville.
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Valentine's Day Craft Activities
10 AM – 12 PM — Farmville Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate love with crafts like mini bouquet arranging at the library.
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Book Club at SML
11 a.m. — Sheppard Memorial Library — Free entry — Discuss favorite reads while enjoying sweet treats and coffee.
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CoopStrong Four Miler
4-8 p.m. — Greenville Blvd SE, Greenville, NC — Registration fees apply — Participate in a 4 mile run, Ruck, or fun walk to honor Nelson Cooper and support ALS research.
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