Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
Good morning, Greenville.
🏘️ Community
On Saturday, dozens gathered at the intersection of Evans and 10th street for the No Haters protest organized by the 50501 Greenville movement.
Protesters held signs denouncing fascism and racism+ and expressed concerns over local due process and immigration enforcement measures.
🚨 Crime
A grassroots effort met on Thursday — the group discussed ways to work with youth and parents to prevent gun violence in Greenville.
The committee plans to use these ideas to reduce shootings in the future.
🎓 Education
Pitt County Schools saw a boost in enrollment on Thursday as children and teens returned after a two-month summer break—indicating a summer growth spurt—and many families planned to enroll their kids for the new school year.
🏛️ Government
Construction on the GUC community solar project is nearing completion, and non-residential customers can now enroll after only 20 percent of the panels were taken by residential customers—officials expect more enrollments soon.
🎉 Greenville Events
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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.
🏠 Greenville Real Estate
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