Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Bishop William Barber II is filing a federal lawsuit against AMC Theaters after being removed for using a medically necessary chair, deemed a fire hazard by the theater.
The Greenville Police Department introduced the C.A.R.E.
Fund, aiming to honor and support officers and their families through community-driven projects and activities.
Sylvan Heights Bird Park announces events including the inaugural World Waterfowl Day and an Oyster Roast to honor co-founder Mike Lubbock and support conservation efforts.
🚧 Accidents
A crash involving two cars at the intersection of Greenville Boulevard and East Arlington Boulevard in Greenville, N.C., is causing traffic delays.
🚨 Crime
In 2023, porch pirates stole $12 billion in packages, prompting ENC law enforcement to emphasize the importance of taking safety precautions, such as using doorbell cameras and secure package hubs.
Jesse Atkinson, a registered sex offender, was arrested for being on the property of Maynard Children’s Hospital, facing two counts of sex offender unlawfully on premises.
Duncan Atstupenas was arrested for assaulting a nurse and causing disturbances at ECU Health Medical Center.
🎓 Education
Rachel Candaso, a teacher from Pitt County, has been named the 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund Northeast Region Teacher of the Year, making her one of the top nine teachers in North Carolina.
🏛️ Government
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lumbee Fairness Act, advancing the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina closer to full federal recognition and benefits.
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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.
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