Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Greenville.
Saving Graces 4 Felines is finding homes for Cindy Lou, a playful, nearly all-white cat with a calico tail, and her kittens.
Adoption is $95 and requires a vet reference, with all cats spayed, vaccinated, tested, and micro-chipped (apply online).
About 50 people gathered at Five Points Plaza to pray for teens and police after fights downtown last weekend, with City Councilwoman Portia Willis organizing the event & community leaders urging calm as authorities enforce a teen curfew.
The East Carolina Piano Festival returns each summer at East Carolina University's School of Music, bringing world-class piano concerts and educational sessions for local music lovers.
Organizers plan a series of engaging events that highlight top talent and enrich our community.
Eastern Carolina farmers are coping with a prolonged drought that threatens up to 40% of their corn crop, while experts say at least 1.5 inches of rain per week is needed to sustain crops and boost groundwater levels near Greenville.
ENC officials said yesterday that prolonged dry weather has stressed water supplies around Greenville and urged residents to conserve water + await further updates.
State agencies are set to review emergency measures if the drought worsens.
Pitt County posted several job openings on Thursday, June 25, including roles for deputy sheriff, mechanic, and social workers.
Applicants could learn more online as part of the county’s equal opportunity employment (ADA compliant).
Gov. Josh Stein and Attorney General Jeff Jackson denounced a proposed settlement between the EPA and Chemours on Wednesday, June 24, saying the $90 million PFAS cleanup plan benefits West Virginia while offering little relief for North Carolina as it limits state input.
Gov. Josh Stein stopped by B’s Barbecue in Greenville today with his wife — they enjoyed lunch and met with staff while sharing photos of the visit.
ECU Health welcomed its newest class of doctors during a ceremony at its Greenville campus yesterday as physicians took their oath to serve the community and support local healthcare.
ECU Health welcomed a new class of resident physicians today during its Graduate Medical Education orientation.
Leaders discussed hands-on training at the hospital and rural community clinics across Eastern Carolina.
July 4th Celebration
6-9 p.m. — Town Common — Free admission — Celebrate Independence Day with music, food, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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