Good morning, Greenville.

The City of Greenville and ECU Student Government Association are holding a winter coat drive called 'Bundle Up, Greenville!' through November 23rd to help students in Pitt County Schools and families at Greenville Community Shelter stay warm this winter—donations of new or gently used coats, socks, gloves, and scarves are welcomed. Organizers say the drive meets a strong local need as temperatures drop later tonight.

Local organizers are running a winter coat drive to help residents get warm as colder weather arrives—donations can be dropped off at community centers around Greenville.

East Carolina University’s Graduate School is hosting the Graduate and Professional Schools Fair today on the Main Campus Student Center lawn from noon to 3 p.m.—the free event will let students and alumni meet representatives and learn about admission and application details.

Communities across eastern Carolina are honoring veterans today with a ceremony in Greenville at Town Common Memorial (105 E.

1st Street) at 11 a.m. featuring speakers Governor Josh Stein, N.C. Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Jocelyn Mallette, and Mayor P.J. Connelly—other towns hold memorial services and offer free meals to veterans.

ECU Pirates will face the Memphis Tigers on Saturday at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium for Senior Day, as the team tries to break a four-way tie for second in the conference standings—Memphis coming off a loss—and improve its bowl selection chances.

The Pirates now hold a record of 6 to 3 with a three-game winning streak and aim to finish the season strong.

Holiday Market

5-7 p.m. — Yoga Strong Studio — Free entry — Shop for holiday gifts from local artists while enjoying complimentary massages and hot drinks.

Beau's Buddies Turkey Trot for Tots

8 a.m. — Fleet Feet Greenville — $25/$30 for 5K, $15/$20 for Fun Run — Participate in a family-friendly race supporting local families battling cancer this Thanksgiving.

Christmas Town

4-9 p.m. — Ayden Chamber of Commerce — Free entry — Experience the magic of the holidays with shopping, hot chocolate, and a festive parade of lights.

6th Annual Dinner of Hope Fundraising Gala

6-9 p.m. — The Barn at 400 St Andrews — Tickets available — Support prevention and advocacy efforts in the community while enjoying an inspiring evening.

Open Horse Open Sleigh Winter Market and Santa Pictures

10 AM to 1 PM — Rocking Horse Ranch — Free entry — Explore festive vendors and capture holiday memories with Santa at this charming winter market.