Good morning, Greenville.

Enc counties are launching the 'Talk it Up, Lock it Up' initiative to prevent underage drinking by offering educational workshops and community outreach.

The program will help guide parents and youth in making safe choices in schools and neighborhoods.

Katie Alford, a worship pastor at Saint Paul Church, won a contest quietly nominated by her team and performed onstage with Phil Wickham on Saturday.

She received two front-row tickets + a backstage meet-and-greet that made the evening truly memorable.

ECU employee Kim Morris will soon graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree with a minor in psychology at the spring commencement; her daughters, sisters and father will attend to honor a long family legacy at the university.

ECU students celebrated the end of the spring semester with Barefoot on the Mall yesterday at the main campus.

Hosted by the Student Activities Board, the event featured live music, carnival activities, and an involvement fair as a needed break before finals.

ECU Health CEO Dr. Michael Waldrum testified Tuesday in Washington, D.C. before lawmakers about rural health care challenges in eastern counties — he said high costs and burdensome paperwork make access difficult for local residents.

Ayden-Grifton Baseball repeated as Conference Champions with a 3-2 win over Farmville Central Tuesday night.

The Chargers improved to 21-2 and remained undefeated in conference play while preparing to host a rematch at home in their final regular season game.

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.

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.

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.

Obey Your Master: Metallica Tribute

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $12.50 to $27.40 — Experience an electrifying tribute to Metallica by an exceptional tribute band.

Future Islands Concert

8:00–9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of Future Islands live.

Shelter From The Storm with Last Fair Deal

8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — $15 to $18.55 — Experience a night of live music with Shelter From The Storm and Last Fair Deal.