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Greenville
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Greenville Youth Council held its second meeting where local high school students discussed social issues like youth mental health and homelessness while planning educational campaigns to boost youth representation in local government. The council did not meet quorum, but members hope to continue their efforts in future meetings. WITN
- ➤ Three Pitt County restaurants have been nominated for USA Today 10Best Carolina style barbecue based on their skilled pig-picking and wood-cooking methods. The award will honor the best Carolina barbecue in the coming weeks—reader votes will decide the winner. The Daily Reflector
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ ECU Economics Professor Nicolas Rupp explained that North American automakers faced a sharp increase in tariffs on imported vehicles in July—over $1.1 billion on assembled vehicles and $276 million on parts from Canada and Mexico—and warned that new car prices are expected to rise 8%, pushing buyers toward the used market. The study shows a drastic drop in tariff exemptions on Canadian and Mexican vehicles compared to previous months. WITN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ECU Career Services will host two job fairs on Sept. 24 at the Greenville Convention Center to let ECU students and alumni meet nearly 100 employers in a morning session from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 200 in an afternoon session from 1 to 4 p.m.—the office will also hold on-campus interviews on Sept. 25 for select employers. East Carolina University
- ➤ A new facility at the Pitt County Technology Enterprise Center in north Greenville now offers job training for pharmaceutical techs—helping prepare future biopharmaceutical workers. The Daily Reflector
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina drivers may face higher auto insurance bills if a proposed 22.6% rate hike adds nearly $200 to the average policy each year. Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey will rule within 45 days and the bureau may appeal the decision to the appeals court—adding more strain on household budgets. WITN
- ➤ The city manager explained that power outages affected parts of Greenville yesterday and that crews worked to restore service. He said residents could expect further updates as officials continued efforts—local teams monitored the situation closely. WITN
- ➤ Pitt County has launched its first strategic planning process by inviting residents to complete an online survey—officials will use the input to set budget and service priorities for the next five years— as the county prepares its long-term plan. The Daily Reflector
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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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Micky & the Motorcars Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — The State Theatre — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the lively tunes from Idaho's Braun brothers in this exciting live performance.
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She Tris Sprint Triathlon
7 AM — Aquaventure — Registration fee varies — Empowering women of all skill levels to participate in a supportive triathlon experience.
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