Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
Good morning, Greenville.
East Carolina University’s counseling center is hosting Winds of Awareness all week on the main campus to raise suicide prevention awareness and offer free, confidential help to students.
On Tuesday, ECU counselors set up a pinwheel display featuring 1,100 blue and purple pinwheels to remember lost lives & encourage students to reach out for support.
Today, Greenville seniors from Brookdale Dickinson Avenue donated teddy bears to the ECU Health Foundation for Maynard Children’s Hospital in honor of National Teddy Bear Day — this is their first event and they plan to make it an annual drive.
Greenville City Council voted unanimously for a $13 million, 50-year lease that will turn ECU’s North Recreational Complex into a sports complex — it will host tournaments in the future.
Ten-year-old Brianna Taylor from Greenville excels in both gymnastics and drag racing and advanced to the Youth Athlete of the Year Quarterfinals by Sports Illustrated.
Votes will be accepted until September 18th—if she wins, she will receive $25,000, a feature in Sports Illustrated, and be included in an ad campaign by NFL star Russell Wilson's company 3BRAND.
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.
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.
The Wailers Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — $51-$94 — Enjoy an energetic performance by the legendary Wailers in a lively atmosphere.
Luke's Diner Pop-Up
10 AM – 5 PM — Backstage Coffee & Vintage — Free entry — Experience the charm of Gilmore Girls with themed decor, food, and vintage vendors.
Micky & the Motorcars Live
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Experience an evening of live music from the talented Braun brothers and their band.
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