Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Greenville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The North Carolina Community Foundation has distributed $575,000 in grants to support various nonprofit programs in education, health, and human services across 41 counties in eastern North Carolina. Public Radio East
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A North Carolina religious and civil rights leader plans to sue AMC Theaters, alleging wrongful ejection from a Greenville theater. The Daily Reflector
- ➤ Brandon Peadon was arrested in Pitt County for possession of firearms and drugs, facing six charges after a search of his home. WITN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Employment experts in Greenville, NC, discuss the mixed effects of AI in job search platforms, highlighting that while AI can simplify applying, it may lead to applying for unsuitable jobs and increased competition. WITN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A defense spending bill, aiming to save over 500 jobs by delaying the retirement of F-15E Strike Eagles at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base and offering several benefits to military personnel, is set for a Senate vote. Public Radio East
- ➤ U.S. Congressman Greg Murphy proposes legislation to exempt emergency response diesel vehicles from EPA emissions rules to prioritize operational efficiency. Public Radio East
- ➤ The Senate's approval of the defense bill ensures the preservation of 520 jobs at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base by postponing the retirement of 26 F-15E jets, while also increasing military spending and pay for junior enlisted service members. WITN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A national survey reveals a significant decline in teen drinking and drug use, with a record low in substance abuse reported among high school students. WITN
- ➤ Following a fatal school shooting in Wisconsin, mental health professionals highlight the importance of recognizing distress signs in children and advocate for open parent-child discussions. WITN
SHOP NEWS
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