Good Day
Greenville
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ECU police expect 18,000 guests for graduation ceremonies Friday and Saturday and warn of heavy traffic as local Dickinson Avenue businesses prepare for increased customer visits. WITN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local author Susann Camus released her new mystery novel inspired by Greenville, drawing on the classic phrase 'Bless your heart' + local lore that longtime readers know well. The book offers a fresh look at community secrets that evoke the town's colorful past. The Daily Reflector
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maya Swaggerty, a senior at Junius H. Rose High School, earned a full-ride Morehead-Cain Scholarship to study public policy and political science at UNC-Chapel Hill. Her leadership in journalism, robotics, and student advocacy earned her this prestigious honor. WITN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local woman faces losing her historic home as the state Senate passed a reappraisal moratorium bill that now heads to the House for review; the move may help protect properties in Greenville if approved. WITN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pitt County Animal Services has paused non-emergency intakes due to three canine parvovirus cases that led to a quarantine. The shelter will only accept emergencies through May 15 and will update the public if services change — a measure to protect volunteers and pet families. WITN
- ➤ ECU Health is celebrating National Nurses Week from May 6 through May 12 by honoring 5,000 nurses for their hard work in patient care. The health system is hosting daily events to show appreciation and invites residents to express thanks with a handwritten note. WITN
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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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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.
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Future Islands Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of Future Islands live.
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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.
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The Dave Matthews Tribute Band
8-11 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a nostalgic trip back to the 90s with heartfelt tributes to the music of the Dave Matthews Band.
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Oliver Anthony Music Live
6:30-11:59 p.m. — The State Theatre — Check back later for tickets — Experience an evening of authentic country and folk music from the rising star Oliver Anthony.
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The Warped Band Tribute Concert
8-11 PM — The State Theatre — $10-$28 — Celebrate the spirit of The Warped Tour with The Warped Band’s ultimate tribute performance.
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Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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