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Woman cited after car crashes into BBQ restaurant in Greenville

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The Greenville Police Department responded to a car crashing into B’s Barbeque Thursday evening. According to authorities, Donna Swinson, 39, was attempting to turn from 5th St. onto B’s Barbeque Rd., and as the vehicle was turning, Swinson overcorrected, which led to the car crashing into the building. Officials said Swinson […]

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WARRANTS: Farmville man arrested after fleeing officer, exceeding 100 mph

FARMVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - A Farmville man is facing several charges after warrants say he fled from an officer and was going more than 100 mph. According to court documents, 22-year-old Kendrick Joyner was arrested on Saturday for fleeing and eluding an officer on Thursday, as well as for drug charges from May of 2025.

Farmville, NC · 3h

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Kitchen fire sparks in Pitt County home

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - Pitt County fire officials say no one was injured after a fire sparked in a home this morning. The initial call came in around 3:30 a.m. to 3285 Black Jack Simpson Road. WITN arrived around 4:45, and smoke could still be seen over the home.

Pitt County, NC · 2d

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Car crashes into business on Evans Street in Greenville

What caused the car to crash into the business on Evans Street?. A car crashed into a business on Evans Street around noon Thursday, but no injuries were reported, the Greenville Police Department said. The driver was trying to park at 3120 Evans St. when her foot slipped off the...

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Car crashes into Greenville apartment complex

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — A car crashed into the Summer Green Apartment Homes in Greenville. Residents told WNCT they heard a loud boom around 7 PM tonight, and they discovered a car that crashed into the apartment complex building. Police, firefighters, and EMS arrived and secured the area following the collision. Greenville Police told WNCT […]

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Georgia Deans honored as first "Member of the Month"

Martin County’s landmark restaurant, Georgia Deans has fed families, neighbors, visitors and friends for almost nine years. They also accommodate a regular string of linksmen at the Roanoke Country Club. Throughout those years, Georgia Deans’ owner — Stephanie Manning and the restaurant’s entire staff have left a mark on Martin County and the people they serve. Last week, Manning and the entire Georgia Dean’s staff were honored by the Martin County Chamber of Commerce as the first recipient of the Member of the Month award. The award has been on the chamber drawing board and with the help of new Martin County Chamber Director Lidia Rodriguez the program was launched. Martin County Chamber of Commerce Chair Paul Roberson and other chamber members attended the presentation at the restaurant last week. “We started the Member of the Month program to thank local businesses and the people behind them who give back to Martin County. We chose to recognize Stephanie Manning and the entire Georgia Dean’s staff because of the generosity, hard work and warm hospitality they bring to our community,” said Rodriguez. The story behind Georgia Deans is a good one. “Most folks don’t know my husband hit a $150,000 scratch

Martin County, NC · 22h

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Pitt County Health Inspections: Nov. 4-10

Pitt County Environmental Health inspected 21 area restaurants between Nov. 4-10. Scores ranged from 90 to 99. Visit this item on reflector.com to read the full listing of reports. Q SUSHI Address: 3750 S. Memorial Drive, Greenville Inspection date: Nov. 4 Final score and grade: 96.5, A Violations: Time as a public health control, procedures and records (1.5 demerits): An appetizer was found without a time stamp, and another had a time range spanning multiple hours. Several sushi rolls shared a single time stamp rather than individual ones. Cooked eel was missing from the written time-as-public-health-control procedures. In-use utensils properly stored (1 demerit): A utensil handle was found in direct contact with sauce at the bottom of a prep cooler. GOLDEN TICKET CINEMAS Address: 750 S.W. Greenville Blvd., Greenville Inspection date: Nov. 5 Final score and grade: 98, A Violations: Toxic substances properly identified, stored and used (1 demerit): A spray bottle of sanitizer was found stored next to popcorn oil and single-use bags used to portion frozen foods. KASTURI INDIAN CUISINE Address: 2205-B W. Arlington Blvd., Greenville Inspection date: Nov. 5 Final score and grade: 90, A Violations: Food separated and protected (3 demerits): Several food items were found

Pitt County, NC · 21h

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10-year-old accused of making bomb threat against Greenville Catholic school

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Greenville police say a 10-year-old made a bomb threat against a Catholic school last night. Around 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, officers searched St. Peter Catholic School and found no evidence of a bomb on campus. A police spokesperson said the 10-year-old is not a student at the...

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Flags to be lowered Sunday in memory of N.C. deputy killed in crash

North Carolina officials and law enforcement agencies are mourning a deputy who was killed in a crash Thursday while chasing a suspect. Greene County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Devin James was helping Farmville police officers in a pursuit about 8:20 p.m. on N.C. 258 when he lost control of his vehicle. The suspect had crossed into Greene County from Pitt County, where Farmville is.

Greene County, NC · 6h

The Standard

Greene County deputy killed in chase, suspect seriously injured

A car chase in Pitt and Greene counties resulted in the death of a deputy after they lost control of their vehicle, officials reported in a Friday. Two Greene County Sheriff's Office deputies responded about 8:20 p.m. on Thursday to assist the Farmville Police Department assist with a vehicle pursuit that crossed into Greene County, a sheriff's office news release said. The suspect came into Greene County on U.S. 258 North. One deputy was able to catch up with the suspect vehicle near U.S. 258 and N.C. 123. The second deputy on on U.S. 258 north of the U.S. 13 intersection attempted to catch up with the suspect but lost control of their vehicle and suffered fatal injuries, the sheriff's office said. The suspect later lost control of their vehicle on Dixon Farm Road and crashed. The suspect was transported to the hospital with serious injuries, the release said. Farmville police are investigating charges regarding the chase, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating both vehicle crashes, the release said. The sheriff's office said it will identify the deputy until all family has been notified. The suspect also was not identifed.

Greene County, NC · 1d

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Crashes involving law enforcement reported in Greene County, Farmville

GREENE COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - We are working to gather information on two accidents involving law enforcement tonight, both reportedly involving chases. Information at this time is limited, but one of the accidents happened in Greene County, where Dixon Farm Road between Highway 58 South and William Hooker Drive is closed.

Greene County, NC · 2d

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Detectives pursue leads as Greenville investigates Conley Street shooting

What leads are detectives pursuing in the Conley Street investigation?. Greenville police are investigating a shooting that left a 20-year-old man hospitalized early Friday morning. According to the Greenville Police Department, officers responded around 12:40 a.m. to a report of a victim with a gunshot wound in the area of...

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Tight race for NC congressional seat still too close to call

Editor's Note: After the votes were counted, Democrat Raymond Smith won the North Carolina 3rd District election, while incumbent Republican Dr. Greg Murphy has conceded. The recent midterm elections saw sweeping victories for democrats, but one race directly affecting students of East Carolina University is still too close to call.

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Owner of Native Fine Diner discusses restaurant receiving Michelin Guide recognition

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Chef Luke Owen is the owner of Native Fine Diner in downtown Greenville, which recently has been recommended by the Michelin Guide American South. Owen opened Native Fine Diner in 2023, placing his special touch on the food along with the culture of eastern North Carolina. “Our food really draws from […]

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash causes slowdown on Arlington Blvd

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - A fender bender is causing traffic disruptions on E. Arlington Boulevard in Greenville. The crash happened just after 4:30 p.m. at the intersection of Arlington and Commerce Street. Police and paramedics responded a few minutes later and four people were transported from the scene by ambulance.

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Farmville Fire Department mourns Richard Tripp, 59-year veteran who has died

Farmville, NC — Richard Tripp, a longtime firefighter who served his community for 59 years, has passed away, according to the Farmville Fire Department. Tripp joined the department on Nov. 1, 1966, and retired in 2025. During his career, he served as a firefighter, engineer and lieutenant from 1971 to 1985.

Farmville, NC · 1d

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Fayetteville woman cited in Highway Patrol accident

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to a three -vehicle collision that involved a marked Highway Patrol car. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, Kaylei Lovell, 20, of Fayetteville, was turning onto Greenville Blvd. when she failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic. As a result, her car collided […]

Fayetteville, NC · 2d

The Daily Reflector

Outreach efforts offer food, meal service

Several organizations in the area offer regular food distributions and meal service: The JOY Soup Kitchen, 700 Albemarle Ave., Greenville, serves meals from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Evening meals are served from 5-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday. For more information, call 561-7519 or visit joycommunitycenter.org.The Community Outreach Soup Kitchen, 3492 S. Walnut St., Farmville, serves meals from noon until 1 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. For more information, call 917-4563.The St. Vincent de Paul Society offers a food pantry from 11 a.m. to noon every other Tuesday at St. Peter Catholic Church, 2700 E. Fourth St., Greenville. For more information, contact the parish office at 757-3259.The Benevolence Food Pantry at The Memorial Baptist Church, 1510 S.E. Greenville Blvd., offers emergency food assistance. Call ahead for available dates and hours at 756-5314.The Feed Your Neighbor Community Food Pantry is offered by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church from 1-3 p.m. on Thursdays at 413 E. Fourth St. For more information, call 375-4564, email info@feedyourneighborgreenville.org or visit feedyourneighborgreenville.org.Word of Truth Anointed Ministries, 7227 Stantonsburg Road, Farmville, operates Shepherd’s Food Pantry from 1-6 p.m. every Friday. TEFAP food distribution is held every first Friday and fresh produce is available on the first, second and

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Hate speech concerns at ECU

Recent allegations of white supremacist activity at East Carolina University have brought attention to concerns surrounding hate speech, discrimination, and the role student organizations play in encouraging respectful political discussions on campus. The allegations came shortly after the Nov. 3 midterm elections, as students and political organizations continue to engage...

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From regional hospital to major medical center: ECU Health marks 75 years

When did ECU Health perform first U.S. robotic heart valve surgery?. GREENVILLE, Pitt County — ECU Health Medical Center celebrated 75 years of serving eastern North Carolina on Friday, Nov. 13, recognizing the hospital's growth from a small regional facility into one of the state's leading academic medical centers.