Good morning, Greenville.

Greenville-based MrBeast reached 500M YouTube subscribers on Friday while ECU Health will start new rural residency tracks—internal medicine in July and surgery, obstetrics-gynecology, and pediatrics next year.

TowneBank promoted employee Austin Richardson to assistant vice president at its Greenville location.

Pitt County Social Services staff marched Monday morning in Greenville to raise awareness for elder abuse, highlighting issues such as scams, financial exploitation and neglect—officials advise families to monitor elderly contacts on social media.

Perdue has finished demolishing the Cofield feed mill after a deadly explosion — officials confirmed that the work is now complete.

ECU will host a free three-day program starting Tuesday for high school juniors and seniors to preview college life and explore teacher careers.

The program includes 109 students staying on campus and concludes with a recognition ceremony at Hendrix Theater at 2:15 p.m. Thursday.

The demolition of Greene Central High School began today as the first walls fell, and officials say the work will continue in phases over the coming weeks.

Officials in northern Pitt County discussed a consolidation plan that may close Belvoir Elementary and Stokes School due to low enrollment.

The proposed changes, which require public input and board approval, could be implemented over the next five years.

Greenville residents will face another round of sultry heat as highs reach the mid to upper 90s and a heat index above 100 this week, with strong thunderstorms and wind gusts up to 60 mph expected Thursday and Friday.

Residents are advised to stay hydrated and take breaks when outdoors.

Fire crews in Hyde County increased containment of the Rose Bay Canal fire to 35 percent as the blaze burns across 662 acres near Lake Mattamuskeet; NC Forest Service and Greenville Fire/Rescue crews use heavy equipment and infrared drones for strategic burns while a smoke advisory remains in effect.

Fire Station 3 holds its ribbon cutting today in Greenville as community officials and firefighters celebrate the new facility’s opening; the event marks a key step to enhance local emergency services.

Pitt County Animal Services will host a $10 drive-thru rabies vaccination clinic on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Center (vaccinations are available to the first 200 pets in line and dogs must be leashed while cats are carried).

July 4th Celebration

6-9 p.m. — Town Common — Free admission — Celebrate Independence Day with music, food, and a spectacular fireworks show.