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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at Carriage House Apartments at 2437 Charles Boulevard in Greenville this morning, forcing all five units to be evacuated and displacing two families who are receiving help from the Red Cross—fire officials are still investigating the cause. WITN
- ➤ A husband and wife died when their car hit a box truck on Highway 13 near Frog Level Road around 5:55 a.m.+ officials said speed, lane control and lack of restraint contributed to the crash while the truck driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. WITN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Christopher Duncan, a 35-year-old from Pitt County, was arrested this morning in Wake County by U.S. marshals for the February 16 murder of Matthew D’Antonio in Onslow County and faces a Friday morning court appearance while he is also charged with possessing a Delton AR-15 as a felon. WITN
- ➤ Deputies in Pitt County are searching for eight convicts who violated their probation by hiding their locations—Jimjuan Barfield, Keiston Carney, Terry Childers, James Felder, Daniel Johnson, Quinton Taylor, Norean Thomas, and Crystal Turner. WITN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emerge held its 25th anniversary Schwa Show that has drawn interest from around the country — the event gives a fresh meaning to a common vowel sound as a symbol for local creativity. The Daily Reflector
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ECU has expanded its ROTC recruitment program by using donor funding and national scholarships to attract top cadets; six Air Force and eight Army scholarship winners received support that helps cover tuition and fees — boosting their leadership training. This increase in awards and funding underscores ECU's commitment to preparing successful military officers. East Carolina University
- ➤ Yesterday, during University Day remarks, Chancellor Philip Rogers announced an initiative at ECU to find $25 million in budget cuts and savings over the next three years—targeting $5 million in Fiscal Year 2025-26 with $4.2 million already identified. East Carolina University
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Natural Hair 101 Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — Courtyard by Marriott Greenville — CEU class fee applies — Master the art of haircutting for natural hair with expert guidance and hands-on practice.
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