Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 3 a.m. Saturday, an explosion caused an eight-story grain tower to collapse in Hertford County; NC Task Force 10, including Greenville + New Bern fire rescue teams, is assisting local authorities in searching for one worker confirmed to be inside. WITN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church hosted a Black History Month event recently where local youth shone and local black leaders shared their experiences in a celebration of community heritage. The Daily Reflector
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four local high school students will participate in the Distinguished Young Women program on Feb. 28 at John Paul II Catholic High School, highlighting their academic achievements. The Daily Reflector
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Greenville woman won a lottery jackpot of $591,795 when her scratch-off ticket came up big, officials confirmed 19 minutes ago. The win brings a dose of excitement to a quiet weekend in the community. WITN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Friday night at Clark-LeClair Stadium, the Pirates were shut out by No. 10 North Carolina as the Tar Heel starter pitched a complete-game shutout — limiting the Pirates to five hits and solo home runs. The series finale starts today at 1 p.m. in Chapel Hill. WITN
- ➤ Local hockey growth continues as youth+adults join leagues and pick-up games, inspired by the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina that shine a national spotlight on hockey, fueling more residents to play at community rinks across Greenville. The Daily Reflector
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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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Live Well Half Marathon and Fun Run
7:30 a.m. — Town Common — Race entry varies — Participate in a marathon, 5K, or a fun run and enjoy a day of fitness and community spirit.
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