Good morning, Greenville.

Pitt County Animal Services will host its 'Home for the HOWLidays' foster program from Dec.

18 to Dec. 22, offering residents a chance to give shelter animals a comfortable home before possible adoptions begin on Jan. 2. Foster families receive necessary supplies (food, toys, blankets) at no cost.

Pharmerica held its ribbon cutting for a new facility yesterday at 5:35 p.m. in Greenville, drawing local residents and company leaders as it begins serving the community.

Ashley Hutchinson is celebrated as Teacher of the Week at J.H.

Rose High School. She teaches English and journalism, produces the student newspaper Rampant Lines, and advises the National English Honor Society (her collaborative lesson planning enriches students' learning).

East Carolina University chemist Dr. Robert Hughes received a $720,000 NCInnovation research grant for his project developing environmentally friendly marine paint to reduce algae and barnacle buildup - a solution intended to improve vessel efficiency and lower maintenance costs.

He will carry out the project over the next two years.

A recent study from the U.K. shows that rising carbon dioxide levels are making coastal upwelling zones more acidic, which could stress marine life in nearby waters (experts warn that these ecosystems may not keep up with the pace of change).

A local parent who boosted school safety is planning to run as an unaffiliated candidate in the Pitt County Board of Education’s first partisan race, aiming to build on recent security upgrades at area schools.

State health officials say flu activity is surging as holiday travel begins; three new flu deaths were reported last week, bringing the season's total to nine (with six seniors and three ages 50 to 64).

Iconic Holiday Ball 2025

7-11:30 p.m. — Greenville Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the season with a glamorous evening of dining, dancing, and holiday cheer.