Good morning, Greenville.

ECU partnered with the Institute for Defense and Business to deliver a weeklong defense logistics course on campus in Greenville that brought together military and civilian professionals to tackle real-world logistics challenges using AI and tailored lectures, with site visits to partners like Global TransPark in Kinston.

Park rangers at Goose Creek State Park advise campers to use caution with grills and campfires amid drought conditions that have increased fire risks (KBDI in Pitt and Beaufort counties is 400–600).

Visitors are urged to keep fires contained to designated areas and check local burn restrictions.

Eastern North Carolina corn and soybean fields are struggling as farmers report receiving just a quarter-inch of water when more than an inch a week is needed.

Agricultural officials warn that if the summer drought continues, feed mills may have to import grain for livestock, raising regional costs.

Pitt County Environmental Health urged drivers to avoid tailgating mosquito control trucks as they apply larvicides and adulticides in neighborhoods—abrupt stops and airborne treatments may pose risks.

Residents are reminded to keep a safe distance while teams work to reduce mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus.

July 4th Celebration

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