Good morning, Greenville.

City leaders launched Summer Wave on Wednesday at South Greenville Recreation Center, drawing over 400 teens and parents who enjoyed basketball, food, music — and games.

The recreation center will now extend its hours on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday until midnight to offer teens a safe space.

The Greenville Summer Wave enrichment event for teens drew over 400 locals (who participated in creative workshops and hands-on activities).

Organizers plan to host more sessions soon to keep young learners engaged.

A historic quilt celebrating America’s 250th birthday is on display at Crocker Library (Stantonsburg) through the end of the month before it moves to the Wilson County Fair in September.

The exhibit, assembled by 33 quilters, showcases each quilt square’s story from communities nationwide.

Pitt County Schools will offer free meals to all students for the upcoming school year under the Community Eligibility Provision, though Nutrition Director Gretchen Wilson said fewer schools may qualify next year.

The board approved about $200,000 for meals at D.H. Conley and renewed its contract with ESS for substitute staff & cost savings.

Bill Hopper retired as executive director of Pitt-Greenville Airport after more than seven years in the role as he oversaw hangar expansions and revenue-boosting projects; Brandon Craft assumed the position on May 11 as the airport prepares to rebuild its secondary runway.

A temporary curfew for teens downtown will take effect on July 4 to keep the area safe.

Local parents and the mayor have commented on the measure (noting community concerns) as officials prepare for the event.

Greenville now has a stop on the new daily Rockfish Run bus route connecting Raleigh with Norfolk, Virginia.

The service also stops at Edenton, Elizabeth City, and Wilson and is part of a statewide expansion serving Eastern Carolina.

Eastern North Carolina residents should prepare for extreme heat as temperatures are expected to reach 101 by Saturday (the Fourth of July).

Pitt County officials urge residents to stay cool by hydrating frequently and using air-conditioned areas to avoid dangerous conditions.

Sandra Bates, an ECU nursing student and nurse at Duke Health, is earning an MSN and MBA to improve care by addressing system flaws and healthcare disparities.

She plans to use her clinical and business skills to lift what matters in health leadership.

CarolinaEast Medicare updated its Medicare Advantage plan with revised coverage options for local residents.

The change was announced on Jul. 1 (details on the new benefits will be shared soon).

July 4th Celebration

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