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Greenville
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Josh Morris, whose best finish was third, competes in today’s Chili Cookoff at 1:30 p.m. amid doubts from competitor Mark (The Chili King) Cone about his recipe's flavor. WITN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ ECU is using sensor technology on local farms to track water levels, soil moisture and crop conditions, with devices active in Hyde County canals and in a Wilson greenhouse. Gibbs will meet with farmers today to explain how the project lessens manual work and helps modernize agriculture. WITN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study from East Carolina University tracked 294 heart patients and found that after implant surgery, their daily movement increased until it plateaued after about two months (suggesting earlier rehab may boost recovery). The researchers plan to explore how geographic factors shape long-term activity. East Carolina University
- ➤ Parkinson’s patients are now meeting for non-contact Rock Steady Boxing at UNC Health Lenoir’s Minges Wellness Center in Kinston to boost strength and mobility. Tuesday sessions offer exercises like footwork and shadowboxing, and local participant Chet Harrison reports noticeable benefits. WITN
- ➤ The Humane Society of Eastern North Carolina in Greenville urged pet owners to book spay and neuter appointments last Tuesday to reduce shelter overcrowding and improve pet health, noting that local clinics provided low-cost options for the procedures. WITN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sylvan Heights Bird Park will host its Flights of Flavor culinary and wine tasting event on March 14 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with themed delicacies + a free-flight bird program led by avian behaviorist Phung Luu; ticket sales close next week. WITN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The J.H. Rose girls basketball team overcame a first-round upset by beating West Brunswick 40-33 today in a playoff game in Greenville. WITN
- ➤ Trinity Christian junior Macey Skinner hit the 1,000-point mark in a playoff game — a milestone achieved over three years of varsity play in Greenville — and she now looks to secure another state championship while navigating college recruiting. WITN
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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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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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