Good morning, Greenville.

WITN’s newsroom won a regional Edward R.

Murrow award for its Hard News report on ENC hospitals facing multimillion-dollar losses from federal Medicaid cuts. The win advances the team to the national competition, with winners announced in August.

The old Tobacco Warehouse will be rebuilt as part of a 19-acre research and innovation campus featuring startup workspaces, an industrial lab, and AI development.

Local officials and partners say construction will start by the end of the year to drive new economic growth.

An inflation gauge climbed to a three-year high in April, triggering price hikes at local auto shops (oil change costs increased from $30 to $70) and prompting Real Treasure Ministry to pack up for a move to Williamston as rising costs squeeze Greenville businesses and churches.

Ricky Hill leads a nearly 200-member team that keeps ECU running 24/7 with maintenance, renovations, and utility services, and he will retire on June 30, leaving behind decades of dedicated service (he plans to spend more time with family, including his soon-to-be 3-year-old granddaughter).

ECU Health Medical Center and the Brody School of Medicine have expanded their residency program for rural communities, opening an internal medicine track this July and adding rural surgery, OB-GYN and pediatrics tracks in July 2027 at local hospitals and clinics.

A UNC-Chapel Hill study found 43 percent of buildings that flooded over two decades sat outside FEMA hazard zones, putting Greenville and nearby homeowners (in New Bern and Jacksonville) at higher risk without mandated flood insurance.

Local topography shows inland areas are as vulnerable as coastal regions.

Farmers in Greenville are facing severe drought conditions that have lowered water supplies and could hurt crop yields if the dry weather continues.

They are waiting for rain to help ease the strain on local agriculture.

A legal battle over pandemic-era bar closures will return to the courtroom on June 9 to decide which businesses may sue the state for lost revenue.

Local venues including Greenville’s Club 519 are involved, as the state seeks to remove the Bar and Tavern Association from the suit.

Gov. Josh Stein visited Pitt Community College on Thursday to meet construction and industrial technology students and stress that better training will help lower housing costs.

His visit follows his order to expand youth apprenticeship programs for affordable housing in Greenville — a model that could spread statewide.

ECU Health’s Regional Pediatric Asthma Program is expanding school-based FeNO testing in Greene County and nearby rural schools during Asthma Awareness Month to help children manage their symptoms (backed by a $600,000 Duke Endowment grant).

After a stray dog tested positive for parvo, Pitt County Animal Services paused animal intakes for 10 days to complete quarantine and deep cleaning protocols (the shelter remains open for adoptions weekdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

East Carolina University hosts a baseball regional watch party today at Tailgate Plaza at 11:30 a.m. Pirate fans are encouraged to wear purple (a nod to tradition) and enjoy food trucks as they cheer on the team.

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.

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.

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.

Patrick Reid Album Pre-Release Party

7-10 p.m. — Magnolia Arts Center — Free entry — Experience an evening of acoustic performances featuring original tracks and unexpected covers.

Basketball Camp - Greenville, NC

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM — The Oakwood School — Check website for fees — Enhance your sports skills with basketball, tennis, volleyball, and running activities.

Cupcakes & Credit Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Influx Business Hub - East — $25 per person, $40 for duo — Learn about credit scores while enjoying sweet treats and networking with peers.

JUMP - America's Van Halen Experience

8:00 – 9:30 PM — The State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of America's Van Halen tribute band live in Greenville.