Saturday, April 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Alessio Passalacqua from Marabella Old World Pizza won the best cheese slice award at the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas — he was one of 75 competitors and placed tenth overall while his simple dish earned the top spot in the southeast region. WNCT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 25-year-old Jyjuan Crawford accepted a plea deal that dropped ten charges + faces 6-8 years in prison for accessory after the fact in the fatal highway shooting that killed Shaolyn Godley near Staton Road on U.S. 264 in March 2021. WITN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Shad Festival is taking place this weekend—offering local food, live music, and crafts for community members to enjoy. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rachel Candaso, a teacher at Wellcome Middle School, was named North Carolina Teacher of the Year—the first Pitt County teacher to win in the award’s 55-year history—and will spend the upcoming school year representing North Carolina teachers. WITN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Biologists at the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission said invasive Alabama bass are now in the Roanoke and Tar rivers and are harming local fish by breeding aggressively with native species. Anglers who catch these bass are urged to photograph and report them (call 800 662 7137) to help stop the spread. WITN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Greenville received the 2024 Gold-Level Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna Health Care for its strong employee wellness program—supported by engaged staff and committed leadership that also earned a previous Well-Being Award. WNCT
- ➤ The Pitt County Board of Equalization and Review will hold public meetings on April 24 at 4:00 p.m. at the Pitt County Training Center (1717 W 5th Street in Greenville) and on May 8 at 4:00 p.m. at Eugene James Auditorium (County Administration Building, 1717 West 5th Street) to hear taxpayers' appeals on property valuations. Requests for hearings must be submitted by final adjournment on April 24. Pitt County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ECU music therapy and exercise physiology students are leading a four-week virtual program that offers music-assisted guided breathing and gentle yoga for informal family caregivers in eastern North Carolina. The study—under faculty supervision with two sessions held so far—will add sessions on May 13 and 15 to help improve caregiver well-being. East Carolina University
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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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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.
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Mid Atlantic Reptile Expo
10 AM – 5 PM — Greenville North Carolina Convention Center — Free for children 12 and under — Explore the fascinating world of reptiles and discover your new pet companion.
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