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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mr. Beast has begun filming his new Beast Games project in Pitt County and production is expected to continue over the coming days+ his work is drawing attention in the local community. WITN
- ➤ The Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge is accepting applications for the 2025-26 Grassroots Arts Program Grants and Artist Support Grants; the Grassroots grants are for Pitt County organizations planning projects from July 1 to May 31 — Artist Support applications, open to residents of six counties, must be submitted by October 4 with grant amounts ranging from $500 to $4,000. WNCT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rebecca Cloninger, Kamryn Henderson and Hailey Lewis from the Brody Scholars program finished their second semester at East Carolina University and are using their full-tuition scholarships—which cover tuition, living expenses and a summer enrichment program—to gain patient care and mentoring experience. The program, started in 1983 by the Brody family and the Brody Foundation, supports community service projects and keeps most scholars working in eastern North Carolina. East Carolina University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Greenville City Council approved an operating budget of $185.3 million last night—keeping the property tax rate unchanged at $39.54. City leaders said the plan will invest in public safety, infrastructure, affordable housing and recreation with funds for projects like $500,000 for economic development and $4.25 million for capital improvements—amounts that will support over 50 community events. WNCT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pitt County health officials are urging residents to follow the 3 D’s—drain standing water, dress in light clothing, and defend with EPA-approved insect repellents—as National Mosquito Control Awareness Week will run from June 15–21 to help prevent mosquito-borne illnesses. Officials also remind drivers not to tailgate mosquito control trucks—since treatments may be released during operations—to keep road users safe. WITN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Annie is a 5-year-old calico from Saving Graces 4 Felines who was adopted as a kitten and now needs a new loving home. She is friendly and used to being around other cats, and the shelter requires a $95 cash fee plus a good vet reference while ensuring all its adoptable cats are spayed or neutered, tested for feline leukemia and FIV, vaccinated, and micro-chipped. WITN
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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.
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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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Tribute Concert: Greggie & the Jets Perform Elton John
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Town Common — Free admission — Experience the magic of Elton John's classics with a lively tribute from Greggie & the Jets.
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