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Greenville
Friday, September 12th, 2025
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration is now open for the upcoming Greenville LUNGe Forward 5K run, walk and celebration presented by ECU Health — the event invites local residents to join in a community day of fitness. WITN
- ➤ Pitt County first responders climbed 10 flights of stairs at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium—honoring nearly 3,000 people lost on 9/11—by pausing at 8:46 a.m. when the first plane hit the towers. WITN
- ➤ Communities in eastern NC held 9/11 remembrance events on September 11 to honor those lost during the attacks. Local residents attended memorial ceremonies & listened to speakers who explained the day's significance. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 East Carolina University students, many too young to remember 9/11, will mark the day by volunteering in community service — a planned tribute to those impacted. The Daily Reflector
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Josh Stein approved a $15 million grant for filming MrBeast’s new season of Beast Games—set to take place in Pitt and New Hanover counties. The support aims to boost the state’s film industry and help local small businesses benefit from the project. WITN
- ➤ Greenville city council unanimously approved a new shift plan (24/72) for Fire/Rescue crews to give responders extra time off and reduce burnout; the change will go into effect in March while annual salaries remain unchanged (no pay change). WITN
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Saving Graces 4 Felines rescued Hope from an unsafe cat colony and now seeks a caring home for her—she is spayed or neutered, current on vaccinations, tested for feline leukemia and FIV, and micro-chipped before adoption. WITN
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Good Samaritan 5K Run
8 AM — University Book Exchange — Registration fees apply — Participate in the 19th Annual Good Samaritan Cross Training 5K Race for a great cause.
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