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Greenville
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ ECU police investigated a sexual battery and second degree forcible sexual offense at College Hill Suites on March 29 at around 12:00 p.m.—the incident was acquaintance-related—and the investigation remains open as officials await further updates. WNCT
- ➤ ECU police investigated a report of sexual battery and second-degree forcible sexual offense around noon on Saturday at College Hill Suites—acquaintances were involved and the victim reported the incident immediately. WITN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local contractors say tariffs on imported lumber are raising supply costs — costs that will be passed on to homebuyers as production prices for houses increase. ECU economists warn that these tariffs will drive up borrowing and construction expenses amid Greenville’s growing housing market. WNCT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis said in a post on Tuesday that the huge American flag and 130-foot pole at his Greenville business will not come down as they exceed city code with a 3,200-square-foot size. Local officials authorized court action against him—he vowed to fight in court—while a similar lawsuit in Sevierville is already scheduled. WITN
- ➤ The N.C. House of Representatives voted 70-47 to approve a bill that will make the Pitt County Board of Education a partisan body — a move expected to change local school board election practices. The Daily Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ECU Health will host a Pause to Give Life event today at the ECU Health Medical Center Flagpole to honor organ donors during Donate Life Month. At 10:08 a.m.—symbolizing one donor saving eight lives—a 30-second silence will follow the flag raising, and attendees must arrive by 9:50 a.m. WNCT
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PirateFest 2025
11 a.m.-7 p.m. — Town Common — Free entry — Celebrate 18 years of pirate-themed fun with arts, live music, and sword fighting.
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Dave Matthews Tribute Band Performance
6-10 p.m. — Town Common — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music dedicated to the beloved sounds of Dave Matthews Band.
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New Age Phonograph Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Christy's Euro Pub — Cost info not specified — Experience the unique blend of rock and blues by New Age Phonograph in a lively pub setting.
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Jurassic Quest 2025
3 PM - 12 PM — Greenville North Carolina Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience life-sized dinosaurs at an interactive family-friendly exhibit.
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