Good morning, Greenville.

East Carolina University officials are setting goals to attract more freshmen and new transfers to boost revenue ahead of the fall semester, which begins in less than a week.

The university plans to focus on enrollment and retention to improve its finances.

Teachers in Greenville can book field trips to Sylvan Heights Bird Park — where students from preschool to college learn about many birds and interact with them — and the park will also host its Annual Fundraiser — a conservation event celebrating the nene — on October 11.

August is National Wellness Month — a time for self-care and healthy routines for mind, body and emotions — and local health experts urge residents to adopt holistic habits to improve overall well-being.

Elizabeth Dail from the Health Department said true health means caring for mental, emotional, and physical needs rather than just focusing on numbers.

City officials unanimously approved the Hudson Meadows plat—a plan for a 448-unit single-family residential development in a satellite section south of Greenville—this week, and the project will move to the next stage soon.

Jimkata Live

7-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Early bird tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Psylo Joe and two sets from Jimkata.

Greenville Horror Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Holiday Inn Greenville by IHG — Kids under 11 are free — Enjoy a family-friendly horror-themed festival with guests, vendors, panels, and a cosplay contest.

Figapalooza 2025 - Greenville's Fig Festival

11 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. — East Carolina Village and Farm Museum — Registration required — Celebrate all things fig with workshops, vendors, and live music at this community gathering.

Sunday in the Park

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Wildwood Park — Food trucks & beer garden available — Enjoy a relaxing evening with live music and great food in a beautiful park setting.

Red Hat Gospel Brunch

10:30 a.m. — Greenville North Carolina Convention Center — Fundraising for scholarships — Experience soulfully spiritual poetry and music at this fabulous community event.

Pitt County Fair

September 16-21 — Pitt County Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Experience thrilling rides, live entertainment, and delicious fair food.

BYU Cougars vs. East Carolina Pirates Football

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bagwell Field at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Exciting college football showdown between BYU and East Carolina.

Sunday in the Park

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Wildwood Park — Food trucks & beer garden — Enjoy a relaxing evening with live bands and good food in the park.