Good Day
Greenville
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saving Graces 4 Felines has Dove available for adoption in Greenville. The laid-back cat, who enjoys bird watching from her foster home, arrived abandoned with her two kittens and will require a $95 fee + a vet reference for her forever home. WITN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Greenville tourism spending reached a new record on May 7 (a boost for local business) as officials reported increased visitor spending; local leaders expect the trend to drive further economic growth. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ECU’s Brody School of Medicine held its first dedicated hooding ceremony today at the Main Campus Student Center in Greenville — 75 graduates marked their transition into medicine by choosing a loved one to hood them. WITN
- ➤ Two Greenville students were named Morehead-Cain Scholars at UNC Chapel Hill — one of 65 recipients selected — marking a notable achievement in local education. The Daily Reflector
- ➤ Pitt County Schools are investigating a data breach on the Canvas (state-supported) learning platform by Instructure that was reported on May 1; officials say the breach, which exposed personal data, has been contained and Canvas remains operational while they determine next steps. WITN
- ➤ Pitt County Schools will spend over $500,000 this summer to replace its aging data center to avoid phone and internet disruptions; state funds may also help update school computers. The Daily Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ECU Health’s TEDI BEAR Children’s Advocacy Center — and the Center for Child and Family Wellness — have joined under one roof to help children who have been abused. The new center now offers both forensic interviews and prevention support for families across 31 counties. Public Radio East
- ➤ Pitt County Animal Services is under a precautionary quarantine after three cases of canine parvovirus were detected earlier this week; non-emergency intakes are paused until Friday, May 15 + emergency cases will be accepted as needed, with many healthy dogs remaining available for foster care and adoption. Public Radio East
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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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Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.
~ Edgar Degas
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