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Greenville
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Greenville community kitchen supported local residents by providing meals and essential resources on Aug. 27—officials say the program works with local organizations to assist those facing food insecurity. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ECU Harriot College named Dr. Nathan Richards as its 26th distinguished professor during its annual convocation on Aug. 22. He is honored for his teaching and research in maritime studies—an achievement marking the college's highest faculty recognition. East Carolina University
- ➤ The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources delivered school supplies to Ayden Elementary as part of Governor Josh Stein’s supply drive on Wednesday. Teacher Margaret Stallings said the donation eased financial burdens for teachers who often cover classroom costs — ensuring students had what they needed. WITN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Toyin Babatunde, a nutrition professor at ECU, will travel to Banjul in January on a Fulbright scholarship to lead a six-month public health project developing nutrition education programs in The Gambia—she aims to fight chronic disease and food insecurity. She will teach and research local methods to improve nutrition for women and children under five—drawing on her international clinical and academic experience. East Carolina University
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school football is set for Friday night as the New Bern Bears host the Havelock Rams at 7 p.m. on WITN 7.2 MyTV—promising a spirited game for local fans. WITN
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pitt County Fair
September 16-21 — Pitt County Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Experience thrilling rides, live entertainment, and delicious fair food.
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