Good morning, Greenville.

James Richardson is in court today at the Pitt County Courthouse to ask for an evidentiary hearing on his 2009 double murder conviction, with supporters and the Southern Coalition for Social Justice alleging a flawed investigation — citing prosecutorial misconduct, questionable eyewitness testimony, and suppressed evidence.

Roman Mora, Jr., a 29-year-old inmate from Fountain held on a $91,000 bond for not appearing in court on drug charges, hanged himself in his Pitt County cell last Friday and died on Monday after being taken to ECU Health Medical Center—state inspectors and the SBI were notified by deputies.

A Raleigh man was charged with assault after he dragged two Greenville Police Department officers with his vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday—warrants said.

Today, Greenville schools begin their new academic year as students and teachers return to classrooms with updated safety protocols and revised schedules.

School officials said the changes are designed to support a smooth start for everyone.

ECU welcomed over 4,100 freshmen from 41 states and 16 countries with move-in activities and three days of events to help students settle before classes began on Aug.

25—families, alumni, and staff celebrated Pirate Nation's warm start to a busy school year.

City leaders unveiled an affordable housing plan in Greenville that will build 50 homes in 10 years through a partnership with Pitt Community College & public and private groups.

The plan started with a simple suggestion to meet local needs for affordable housing.

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.

I Need A Truck Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — The State Theatre — Tickets available starting May 2 — Maddox Batson teams up with Ashley Anne for a night of lively country music.