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People, News & Notes: Marco's Pizza opens new location in Winterville Commons
The Winterville Chamber of Commerce joined Marco’s Pizza in celebrating the grand opening of its new location in Winterville Commons with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday. Lowe’s Foods anchors the shopping center. Locally owned by Andrew Reed, alongside his brother and business partner Alf, Marco’s Pizza brings a strong focus on quality, value and community involvement to eastern North Carolina, the chamber said. Reed, a Wilson native and NC State graduate, launched his first store in Greenville just over a year ago; the Winterville location will be his second in the area. He pointed to ECU, a family-based community and a strong community presence as key reasons for opening locally, he said. Marco’s dough is made fresh daily in-store, and all ingredients meet the same standard. A strong emphasis is on affordability, working to provide value while maintaining high quality and service expectations across carryout and delivery. Marco’s supports local schools through fundraisers and percentage nights, partners with youth sports teams and looks for opportunities to give back whenever possible. Inside the restaurant, guests experience a personal touch, Reed said. The Winterville location officially opened Feb. 2 and will offer carryout and delivery service. Located in a corner storefront at
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Don’t Miss Spring Fever at Rivertown
Get ready for the primo party of the season, as Beach, Boogie and Blues along with Stafford Entertainment and Talent present SPRING FEVER AT RIVERTOWN!. It’s happening Saturday, April 4 at the Riverfront Convention Center of Craven County in New Bern. Doors open at 3pm, show starts at 4, hosted by Fred Rouse, Allen Vick, Jerry Hill and Justin Rouse from Beach, Boogie and Blues, and featuring:
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FanFest 2026 Brings Fun To Downtown Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO — The Paramount Theatre will transform into a hub of fandom, creativity, and community as Goldsboro FanFest 2026 takes place on Saturday, Feb. 21. Doors open at 12 p.m. on this high-energy celebration of pop culture as it invites fans of all ages to experience a full day of immersive entertainment, hands-on activities, and downtown adventures.
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Breadstick Boom as Olive Garden Plants Its Flag at Selma’s Eastfield
Olive Garden has officially arrived in Selma, cutting the ribbon on its first local restaurant last Friday at Eastfield and kicking off regular service in the fast-growing retail cluster east of Raleigh. The national Italian chain joins a roster of big-box and midscale retailers that have been moving into the sprawling development.
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NAACP To Host MLK Jr. Parade In Downtown Smithfield
SMITHFIELD — The NAACP Johnston County Branch will host the MLK Jr. Parade, themed “Urgency Meet Legacy – Living the Dream Today,” on Saturday, February 21, in Downtown Smithfield. The parade begins at 11 a.m. and is free and open to the public. Organizers said the...
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Robersonville residents to vote on allowing mixed drinks in restaurants
ROBERSONVILLE, N.C. (WITN) - Robersonville residents have the chance to decide if restaurants in the town can serve mixed drinks. A referendum on the March ballot asks residents whether restaurants should be allowed to serve drinks with liquor. The vote could change business prospects for local establishments that say they lose customers due to limited drink options.
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Mexican Cuisine and Seafood Concept Coming to Goldsboro
GOLDSBORO, NC — Bahia Mexican Grill and Bar is targeting a late April or early May opening at 503 N William St, Goldsboro, NC 27530, co-owner Karina Rodriguez told Business Debut. The restaurant is working through permits and is waiting on a new gas line installation after the previous business at the site was closed for about four years, Rodriguez said.
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Comedian William Lee Martin Bringing “Seemed Smart At The Time” Tour To Clayton Center Feb. 26
CLAYTON — Stand-up comedian William Lee Martin will bring his latest national comedy tour to Johnston County next week, offering audiences a night of storytelling-driven humor centered on everyday life, relationships and the moments that seemed like good ideas at the time. Martin’s “Seemed Smart at the Time” tour...
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Monell’s In Nashville: Everything you need to know
For a really unique dining experience with really good food, check out Monell’s in Nashville. This post will tell you everything you need to know about the family-style restaurant. For more help planning your trip to Music City, check out all of our post about Nashville. When you tell...
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Paranormal Cirque: Specter brings dark big top show to Greenville Feb. 27-March 2
Paranormal Cirque: Specter is set to bring its dark, theatrical big top experience to Greenville from Feb. 27 through March 2 at the Pitt County Fairgrounds. The traveling production blends theater, circus, and cabaret with a European-inspired style, featuring aerial acts, acrobatics, and immersive performances under a black-and-red tent. Organizers say the show is designed for mature audiences and includes adult language and material. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Movies and TV shows casting in New Bern
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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Fremont NC Welcoming New Full-Service Bar and Grill
FREMONT, NC — The Venue Bar & Grill is targeting an April opening at 121 East Main St., Fremont, NC 27830, owner Brandon Canaday told Business Debut. The new full-service bar and grill will be operated by Brandon Canaday and his wife, Victoria Kennedy. Canaday said equipment has been...
The Daily Reflector
Community celebrates Roberta Flack’s legacy
FARMVILLE — The community earned its name from a rural heritage of agriculture, where tobacco was once king. But Friday night, Farmville was an artistic cultural mecca, and Roberta Flack was its queen. Main Street sidewalks teemed with eager show-goers under a marquee that bore Roberta Flack’s name. The five-time Grammy award-winning performer was born Feb. 10, 1937, and died Feb. 24, 2025, so it was only fitting that a tribute to her life was held Friday as part of Emerge Gallery and Art Center’s African American Music Series. While the legend’s birthplace was a good deal west of Pitt County, in Black Mountain, she famously taught school for about a year at H.B. Sugg in Farmville, teaching high school English and music for $2,800 a year. So it is natural that to Farmville natives, Roberta Flack was one of their own. After virtually every seat in the Paramount Theater was filled and a buzz of excitement settled, the Roberta Flack Tribute Show opened with the poetry of Regina YC Garcia. She stood before a larger-than-life image of the honoree projected on the back wall, her rhythmic words punctuated by music from The Rakiem Walker Project. In her sing-song voice,
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Wilson Warbirds Announce National Anthem Tryouts for Upcoming Season
WILSON – The Wilson Warbirds are inviting talented vocalists and instrumentalists to audition to perform the National Anthem during home games for the club’s upcoming inaugural season, which begins on Tuesday, April 14 against the Hill City Howlers. The Warbirds are seeking soloists and duos to perform “The...
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Snow Hill celebrates Black history with fourth annual parade
SNOW HILL, N.C. (WITN) - Snow Hill held their fourth annual Black History Parade Saturday afternoon. Everyone in Snow Hill was excited to bring the community together to focus on togetherness and history. Many of the folks say they’re still uncovering some of their history and that they hope that legacy continues with younger generations.
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On freezing day, couple serves up hot dogs
EDENTON — The entrepreneurial spirit was on full display Saturday, Feb. 7, which happened to be one of Edenton’s coldest days of the year. A cold snap was pushing through Edenton from the Great Lakes region, causing the thermometer to plunge below freezing, but a brisk wind dragged the wind chill factor to under 25 degrees. Yet the Edenton Hot Dog Company was at its post serving a warm winter pick-me-up on the corner of South Broad and King Streets. Mitch and Kim Davis are the owners and hot dog chefs for the Edenton Hot Dog Company. Mitch was plating up a dog with chili and mustard as Kim rang up the order. “We want to show the people that we’re going to be out here — cold or windy, we’ll be here,” Mitch said. The couple can be found at the Edenton Farmer’s Market on most Saturdays or at their preferred downtown post next to Surf, Wind and Fire at Broad and King. The two began their hot dog business in October, making 2026 their first full year in what Mitch said is a part-time retirement gig.