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Greenville
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After years of fundraising, the Salvation Army celebrated its groundbreaking for a new chapel in Greenville + local leaders say the facility will be a symbol of aid and hope for residents. The Daily Reflector
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lou Ferrigno, known for his role as the Incredible Hulk, headlined the ECVC banquet today and shared his personal journey with an engaged audience—emphasizing his inspiring career in entertainment. WITN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A career fair is planned to help unemployed individuals in Greenville by connecting job seekers with local employers. Organizers expect the event to provide direct access to job opportunities—details on the timing and location are yet to be released. WITN
- ➤ Last Thursday, the Greenville Convention Center hosted the fifth annual Better Skills, Better Jobs Career Fair to help job seekers amid high unemployment for degree holders ages 22 to 27 — the highest rate in a dozen years excluding the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendees said the in-person event boosted their chances of finding work in a tough job market. WITN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents from North Greenville had their attorneys argue in Pitt County Superior Court this week for revoking the city permit that allowed a Speedway gas station—Judge Foster will issue his ruling soon. The Daily Reflector
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A truckload of special gift boxes arrived at the children’s hospital yesterday, bringing joy to young patients. Hospital staff said the donation boosted spirits—an uplifting sign of community support. WITN
- ➤ On October 2, Greenville police added pink patches to their uniforms to support breast cancer awareness—officials say the move reflects a commitment to public health. WITN
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Chargers swept Greene Central in straight sets with scores of 25-1, 25-9 and 25-6 on Thursday evening and improved to a 17-7 overall record and 8-0 in conference—preparing to face South Central on Monday—after intensive practice focused on serving and communication. WITN
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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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