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Thursday, December 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Pitt County introduces a holiday fostering program offering residents a chance to temporarily foster pets with all necessities provided, starting December 18.  WITN
  • QC Kinetix and Anita’s Authentic Mexican Street Food are hosting a fundraiser for Joy Soup Kitchen, featuring an appearance by ENC football legend David Garrard, with all proceeds going to the soup kitchen.  WITN
  • The $48.5 million project to enhance Fifth Street and expand greenways in Greenville is progressing ahead of schedule, with completion expected in another year.  The Daily Reflector

ECONOMY NEWS

  • November's inflation report indicates a 2.7% increase over the past year, affecting holiday shopping budgets and presenting challenges for consumers and local businesses.  WITN
  • Wawa expands its presence in Eastern Carolina by opening two new stores in Greenville and Goldsboro, with plans for additional locations by 2025.  WITN
  • U.S. gas prices hit a three-year low at $3.01 per gallon, offering financial relief to drivers during the holiday season.  WITN

EDUCATION NEWS

  • High school students gain practical health care experience at East Carolina University's Future Health Professionals Conference, showcasing careers and underscoring the importance of early engagement in addressing the health care shortage.  East Carolina University
  • WITN's Teacher of the Week segment encourages nominations for outstanding teachers to be recognized with a feature, a $100 gift certificate, and a trophy.  WITN

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Cotton Patch Landing on Blounts Creek showed improved water quality after previous bacterial pollution concerns, with tests now returning clear.  Public Radio East

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • First Responders Christmas Appreciation Dinner

    This semi-formal event features a festive dinner to honor first responders, including appetizers, recognition awards, and a dance party with a DJ.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Holiday Chocolate Bark Workshop at Coastal Fog

    Participate in a hands-on workshop to create your own unique Holiday Chocolate Bark using a variety of festive ingredients, complemented by a glass of wine or coffee and small bites.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Annual Holiday Ball 2024

    The Iota Nu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. hosts an elegant evening featuring fine dining, live entertainment, and festive activities at the Greenville Convention Center.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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