Good morning, Greenville.

Today, the Council on Aging celebrates its 50th anniversary by opening its doors for a festive event that features line dancing—exercise classes—resource booths—and tours to show its services for local older adults.

Executive Director Rich Zeck said the event honors decades of service while addressing challenges in funding and raising public awareness.

Pitt County Animal Services is inviting Greenville residents to sign up for Doggy Day Out — a program where you can take a shelter dog for a field trip and return it later that day for evaluation to boost its chance of adoption.

Participants will pick up their dog between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. and bring it back between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Local florists are gearing up for Mother’s Day weekend as consumers are expected to spend $34.1 billion on gifts nationwide—flowers being the top choice at 74%—while Wildflower Florist manager Caroline Smith advises customers to shop early to secure specialty blooms.

The Pitt County Board of Education approved a budget proposal that seeks nearly $62 million for salary increases and technology improvements in local schools.

The proposal includes over $10 million more than last year’s request—county officials will now review the plan.

Suzie Fernandez, a 6th-grade math teacher at Newport Middle School—named Teacher of the Week—began her first year with Carteret County after more than 20 years teaching in South Korea, Arizona, and eastern North Carolina.

She makes learning fun with hands-on lessons that help students build math confidence.

Today, airports and military bases, including Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, require a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card for entry under the Real ID Act of 2005.

Travelers may use a passport or DoD ID, but those without a Real ID will face extra security checks.

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.

Make-N-Take Stained Glass Workshop

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Emerge Gallery & Art Center — Cost per project — Create your own stained glass piece while learning techniques in a supportive environment.

Differently Abled Fun Fair

11 AM – 3 PM — Greenville North Carolina Convention Center — Free entry — Experience a thrilling day of fun and excitement at the DAFF SPEEDWAY Edition.

Concert on the Common Featuring Landslide, A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

6-8:30 p.m. — Town Common — Free entry — Experience the nostalgic hits of Fleetwood Mac with a tribute band and enjoy food and drinks from local vendors.