Good morning, Greenville.

Today PirateFest turns Greenville Town Common and First Street into a pirate land with live music, pirate acts, cannon demonstrations and plenty of food and drinks from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; free parking is available and Downtown Greenville Partnership Executive Director Troy Dreyfus said the festival now features multiple artists performing during the day + the event has updated its music lineup to blend performance with family fun.

Chef Alessio Passalacqua at Nino’s Cucina Italiana in Greenville won first place for Best Cheese Slice in the Southeast Division at an international pizza expo in Las Vegas.

He said his win is a great birthday present as he turns 25 this weekend — he plans to return next time to aim for Best Overall.

JH Rose High School’s Rampant Theatrical Company is presenting 'Mamma Mia,' a jukebox musical about a daughter searching for her father on a Greek island before her wedding—performances will be held Friday, April 11 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 12 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the school with tickets priced at $6 for students and senior citizens and $12 for adults.

ECU celebrated its new R1 status on April 4 at a campus event that featured a panel discussion, student research posters, live jazz, T-shirts, and purple and gold cupcakes.

Leaders said the designation will spur new partnerships with local businesses—positioning ECU as a model for future research universities.

A federal judge blocked planned cuts to billions in COVID-19 prevention funds last Thursday amid warnings from local health officials that other vital programs could face reductions.

Pitt County Health Director Wes Gray said his department—receiving 28% of its funding from federal sources—warned that services like child health, maternal health and WIC may be affected when COVID funding is set to end at the end of May.

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.

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.

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.

Mr. Sipp Live in Concert

6:00-9:30 p.m. — Greenville North Carolina Convention Center — Experience the soulful magic of Mississippi Blues with Mr. Sipp performing live.