Good Day
Greenville
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews responded to a house fire in Greenville on Feb. 3 that triggered a frozen pipes protocol + officials are monitoring the scene to prevent further damage. WITN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An article published Feb. 3 spotlights Eastern NC artists who shaped funk music in the region, showing how their creative work set local sound trends. The report details their influence on emerging talent in our community. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ECU School of Communication alumni are building law careers by using skills from writing and public speaking classes and practical internships. They credit faculty mentorship and real world experiences with preparing them for roles in legal advocacy. East Carolina University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greenville Airport officials outlined facility issues and are enforcing new REAL ID checks to boost traveler safety. The measure, announced Feb. 3, is now in effect & may affect departures today. WITN
- ➤ After a freezing weekend with rising daytime temps, Greenville Utilities warns that thawed pipes may refreeze and burst, risking leaks and higher bills. Residents should listen for running water, inspect exposed pipes + call a plumber if problems appear. WITN
- ➤ Pitt County Solid Waste opened its transfer station at 3025 Landfill Road yesterday at 11:00 a.m., and all county convenience sites opened at 12:00 p.m. for residents in Greenville. Pitt County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, a Highway Patrol helicopter flew from RDU to Pitt-Greenville Airport to deliver critical platelet supplies to ECU Health Medical Center when snow and icy roads blocked safe ground travel from Wake County. The speedy delivery ensured patients continued receiving vital blood products without delay. WITN
- ➤ After snow kept residents indoors, Greenville locals felt cabin fever (a non-clinical term for restlessness). Experts say staying active and checking on neighbors while using light therapy, counseling, or medications can ease the winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder. WITN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local groups announced a series of events to help residents beat cabin fever as winter continues; events at community centers and parks will begin this weekend. WITN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior Zihanna Lightfoot of North Pitt reached 1,000 points and needs 28 rebounds to join the 1,000-Rebounds Club; the state champion led her Panthers (10-6) as four regular season games remain before playoffs and she nears a college commitment. WITN
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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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