Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of November.
Good morning, Greenville.
The 1966 Oxford Road Bridge in Greenville, closed since November 4th for safety reasons, is under construction until spring, impacting local residents' commute but reducing traffic in neighborhoods.
Eastern Carolina cities including Jacksonville and Greenville held multiple Veterans Day celebrations to honor those who have served, featuring ceremonies with guest speakers and patriotic displays.
Greenville celebrated Veterans Day with a ceremony at Town Common, featuring speeches from local leaders and veterans, to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of military members.
The Greenville Jaycees, alongside the City of Greenville, will hold their annual Christmas Parade at 5 p.m. on December 7.
Golden Corral has provided over 6.5 million free meals to Veterans since 2001, emphasizing camaraderie and respect for their service.
Two East Carolina University professors, Dr. Rebecca Asch and Dr. Cynthia Grace-McCaskey, have been recognized as NSF-EPF Ocean Decade Champions for their contributions to coastal resilience research.
East Carolina University inaugurated North Carolina's first public doctoral-level occupational therapy program, admitting its pioneering cohort in 2024.
The 2024 hurricane season, exceeding NOAA's active predictions, has seen 17 named storms with significant impacts in North Carolina and Florida, including Hurricanes Helene and Milton which collectively resulted in 136 deaths.
East Carolina University's soccer team qualifies for the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over 30 years, facing South Carolina after securing their first conference championship.
Beau's Buddies Annual Turkey Trot for Tots
Experience a community-focused run that supports local families battling cancer through Beau's Buddies Cancer Fund.
Navy Midshipmen vs. East Carolina Pirates Football Game
Experience an exciting college football matchup between Navy and East Carolina at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium.
Festive Holiday Market 2024
Experience the holiday season with a vibrant market featuring festive gifts, delicious treats, and family-friendly activities.
Holiday Market at Town Common
Experience a delightful evening at the Holiday Market featuring local vendors and unique holiday gifts.
The Jingle Bell Express: A Holiday Light Tour at Aquaventure
Experience a family-friendly tour featuring Christmas jingles, dazzling lights, hot chocolate, and cookies aboard a heated bus decorated for the season, while enjoying a 45-minute journey through the best holiday displays in Greenville, NC.
Christmas Light Therapy Night at Advantage Therapy Solutions
Experience an evening of festive celebration with exclusive discounts on services, delicious food, inspiring patient testimonials, and raffle prizes, all supporting the Building Hope Community Life Center.
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