Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Greenville.
Pitt County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit arrested 21-year-old Jonathan W.
Turner of Greenville for trafficking drugs—he is charged with multiple counts including trafficking and possession of drug paraphernalia.
The third Concert on the Common event will have a Fleetwood Mac tribute band called Landslide play hits at 6 p.m. tomorrow at the Greenville Toyota Amphitheater—songs include Rhiannon and Don’t Stop.
During intermission, Greenville Toyota will give a check to the Children’s Miracle Network at this free show—supporting local children in need.
Today, ECU hosts its sixth annual Spring Pharma Conference in Greenville, beginning at 9:45 a.m. with a welcome and keynote presentation featuring Mark Phillips from the N.C.
Biotechnology Center, and it will offer breakout sessions and networking for more than 250 industry professionals from 99 organizations over two days.
Sherri Winslow received ECU’s Centennial Award for Excellence in Leadership in April for her work as a speech-language pathologist and teacher who has helped both patients and students.
She has led student trips overseas and created an aphasia group to support patients and families in recovery.
Former Chancellor Richard Eakin, who led ECU between 1987 and 2001, died Monday, June 2 at age 86.
He helped guide campus growth and major projects that shaped the university—he is remembered for his warm leadership and lasting impact.
Pitt County Schools will change its student information system after the state ended its contract with PowerSchool (the change was planned before a national data breach compromised personal data).
Greenville police chief Richard Tyndall appointed K.Z.
Thomas deputy chief today—she is the first woman to hold this title. Thomas brings over 20 years of service on the force and has served from patrol officer to detective—she also led the department's wellness program.
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.
An Evening with C Thomas Howell
7-10 p.m. — The State Theatre — VIP Meet & Greet available — Enjoy stories and insights from C Thomas Howell, star of The Outsiders, during a captivating Q&A session.
Cousins Maine Lobster at Pitt Street
4:30-8:30 p.m. — Pitt Street Brewing Company — Cost varies — Enjoy fresh lobster and craft beer on a Friday night in Greenville.
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