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Greenville
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coastal Plain are seeking $25,000 from Pitt County to launch a new unit serving Moyewood in Greenville. Pending funding approval, the club will expand its local services to the community. The Daily Reflector
- ➤ Greenville residents shared mixed views after a national figure's AI-generated social media image sparked debate on TikTok; one local called the post overblown while another stressed everyone’s right to express themselves, and the image was removed soon after. WITN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ For over a month, WITN is off DISH Network after Gray Media and DISH failed to reach an agreement following extensions during severe weather and major events; it remains available on other subscription services and viewers are encouraged to ask DISH to restore the channel. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pitt County Schools approved installing Flock cameras at Wellcome Middle School and Chicod School during Monday's board meeting, letting the sheriff's office track license plates in cases like stolen vehicles. Local drivers gave mixed feedback on the move. WITN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials confirm the statewide burn ban remains in effect as firefighters warn that dry conditions can raise wildfire risks. Residents are urged to follow restrictions until further notice. WITN
- ➤ Colorado State University forecasts a below-average Atlantic hurricane season due to the shift to El Niño, as stronger wind shear may suppress storm formation; experts warn that one storm could still significantly impact local communities. Public Radio East
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ECU Health is hosting Quack Back at Cancer, a one-mile interactive walk with resource stations and skin checks starting at 9:15 a.m. this Saturday around Lake Laupus on its campus (500 Health Sciences Drive). WITN
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ New data shows Greenville’s industrial market is growing with a 4.2% rent increase that now averages $7.25 per sqft and a drop in vacancies to 2.4%. Over the past year, businesses filled 216,000 sqft while nearly 100,000 sqft of new space was added around town. WITN
- ➤ A local developer said affordable housing projects will continue despite waiting for road widening meant to ease traffic congestion. Construction will not pause while improvements are pending. The Daily Reflector
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ECU baseball lost to NC State 10-3 at Lewis Field Tuesday night. The Pirates ended their April home unbeaten streak as NC State built early momentum, and ECU will host Wichita State on Friday, April 17. WITN
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Super Family Game Day 2026
11 AM – 3 PM — Greenville Museum of Art — $5+ — Experience a fun-filled day of games for the whole family at the museum!
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East Carolina Pirates Baseball Game
6-9 p.m. — Clark-LeClair Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling baseball action as the Pirates face off against the Bulls in an exciting game day atmosphere.
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Piratefest 2026
11 a.m. to 7 p.m. — Town Common — Free entry — Celebrate the 19th year of pirate festivities with arts, music, and sword fighting along the Tar River.
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Spring Festival
9 AM – 4 PM — Homeplace Strawberries and More — $10 wristbands for kid activities — Enjoy strawberry picking, local vendors, and family fun with hayrides and homemade ice cream.
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ECU Pirates vs. Rice Owls Baseball Game
6-9 p.m. — Clark-LeClair Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch the ECU Pirates battle the Rice Owls for an exciting night of baseball.
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Baseball Game: East Carolina Pirates vs. Campbell
6-9 p.m. — Clark-LeClair Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience East Carolina University baseball and cheer for the Pirates as they take on Campbell in a thrilling matchup.
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