Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Greenville.
High winds from a coastal low force Cherry Branch ferry operators to cut schedules today, and riders are advised to check service notices for updated departure times to continue safe travel.
ECU/Loessin Playhouse presents a revival of the musical Godspell today at McGinnis Theater.
The production uses creative casting and playful staging (including a woman cast as Jesus) to reimagine the classic show and highlight community.
The ECU concert Four Seasons signature series begins today at the ECU campus in Greenville, offering a new lineup of live musical performances for local fans (full schedule coming soon).
Ben Rollins, a math teacher at Ayden-Grifton High School (in his sixth year), earns Teacher of the Week recognition in Pitt County as he advises student clubs that help build confidence outside the classroom.
NC State Professor Robert Bardon says high temperatures, drought, and unpredictable rainfall are causing fall colors to spread unevenly across the state, with hues starting at mountain peaks in late September & moving toward the coast by early November.
City and GUC employees will face a 15% increase in medical, prescription, and vision insurance starting in 2027, while dental rates rise by 2.3%.
City and commission officials reduced the initial 28.4% hike by securing proposals from Cigna and others (saving about $750,000 in fees).
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Tuesday that more than 167,000 pounds of raw meat made before Sept.
22 by local company Star Meat Delivery Inc. are being recalled due to a false inspection label (retailers may apply their own pricing stickers) as no illnesses have been reported.
ECU Health is offering free fall risk screenings in Greenville during Fall Prevention Awareness Week+ residents can assess their risk and receive prevention tips.
A fundraiser in Pink Hill will support ALS patients this weekend — event organizers invite community members to join and help raise funds.
Local housing experts report that buyers can choose from about 630 homes this fall, with sellers offering incentives such as closing cost help + extra negotiation room.
Prospective buyers are urged to check financing details as higher mortgage rates might reduce overall savings.
A new report shows that the fall market favors home buying, with competitive pricing and affordable mortgage options spurring local interest.
Sellers are adjusting their offers as buyers seize the seasonal opportunity in Greenville.
Eastern Carolina basketball fans will soon have new access to Charlotte Hornets games under a Gray Media partnership announced Tuesday.
WITN 7.1 and 7.2 will air approximately eight and 75 games respectively starting in October across local and regional markets.
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